Mobile Boom Crane Certification
Additional Course Information
Built based on the training requirements from CSA standards (CSA Z150.3-17 and CSA Z150:20), our mobile boom crane training helps operators recognize hazards, understand crane components, and perform equipment inspections. This interactive course reinforces operators' understanding of their responsibilities, behaviours, and best safety practices.
Course Highlights:
Gold Seal Eligibility: This course is eligible for 1 Gold Seal Certification Credit from the Canadian Construction Association.
Nationally Recognized Crane Certification: Our course was built for compliance to CSA standards (CSA Z150.3-17 and CSA Z150:20), ensuring certification is valid and accepted coast to coast to coast.
Convenient Online Learning: Our user-friendly online platform is accessible 24/7 on all devices, enabling you to learn at your own pace.
Practical Evaluation Included: Receive full access to our practical evaluation materials, simplifying the assessment of real-world boom crane operating skills by your employer or supervisor.
Immediate Certification: After finishing the course and practical evaluation, operators instantly receive official certification.
Syllabus
Core Competencies for Operators of Lifting Devices (Mandatory Prerequisite Included)
Competencies of a Lifting Device Operator
Rights and responsibilities
Lifting Devices Classification
Hazard Identification
Note: This portion of the program does not have a final exam.
Safe Operation of Mobile Boom Cranes (SOMBC)
Hazards of Operating a Mobile Boom Crane
Mobile Boom Crane Components and Inspections
Principles of Stability
Safe operations
Evaluation
To fully achieve a mobile boom crane certification in Canada, there are two parts of evaluation to complete.
Learners will first take a final exam after completing the eLearning. They have up to three attempts to achieve a passing score of at least 75%.
Next, learners must complete a practical evaluation conducted by their employer, supervisor, or another qualified person. Access to Danatec's Mobile Boom Crane practical evaluation is available immediately after purchasing this course.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mobile Boom Crane Certification training equips crane operators with essential skills to safely operate mobile boom cranes, including folding boom and stiff boom cranes, complying fully with Canadian standards. This training is for boom trucks, truck-mounted cranes, picker trucks, knuckle booms, or small mobile cranes with a capacity of up to 8 tons.
Who should take Mobile Boom Crane Operator Training online?
Ideal for new or experienced mobile crane operators, this course is also great for those transitioning from overhead crane roles, as well as supervisors and safety officers responsible for lifting operations and compliance.
How long is the Mobile Boom Crane Certification valid?
Your mobile boom crane certification remains valid for 3 years following successful course completion.
Is the course compliant with CSA standards?
Absolutely! Our training was designed to CSA Z150.3-17 and CSA Z150:20 standards.
Can I complete this training entirely online?
You can complete the theoretical portion online. A practical evaluation is also required, which will be conducted by your employer or a qualified evaluator. The evaluation materials are provided by Danatec upon purchasing this course.
What happens if I don’t pass the final exam?
You can attempt the final exam up to three times to achieve the required 75% passing grade.
Do you offer bulk discounts?
Yes! We provide great discounts for bulk orders to help train your entire team with confidence. Our enterprise solutions make it easy to share training, track progress, and send reminders for certification renewals. Keep your employees trained with ease and efficiency. Call us toll-free at 1-800-465-3366 or email sales@danatec.com to learn more.

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