Q1: What are the new requirements for Lift Director Registration?
A: Starting January 1, 2025, a 32-Hour Lift Director Course is required. You’ll also need to renew every 3 years with an 8-Hour Lift Director Refresher.
Q2: What’s changing for Master Rigger License Renewal?
A: The 8-Hour Master Rigger Refresher is replaced by: V 8-Hour Lift
Director Refresher
16-Hour Rigging Supervisor Refresher
Q3: Are there updates to the Hoisting Machine Operator (HMO).
License?
A: Yes! New licenses now require a 40-Hour HMO Course. Starting November 7, 2024, the 8-Hour HMO Refresher won’t be accepted for limited licenses.
Q4: What’s the new definition of Major Buildings?
A: As of December 11, 2024, Major Buildings include those 7+ stories or 75+ feet.