08/19/2026
Getting certified shouldnโt be the last time an operator receives meaningful training until itโs time to renew.
Equipment changes. Crews change. Jobsite conditions change. And over time, even experienced operators can develop habits or knowledge gaps that no one catches because the card in their wallet is still current.
In the latest edition of The Lift Brief, Russ Gallivan takes a closer look at continued competency and asks an important question:
How long has it been since somebody actually taught your best operator something new?
Certification proves competency at a point in time. Continued training is what helps maintain and build it.
A great read for anyone responsible for crane operations, safety, training, or workforce development.
Read the full article:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/lift-brief-edition-3-four-years-refresher-russ-gallivan-chst-bbvec/