BC Crane Safety: New Rules After Fatal Accidents
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British Columbias government is overhauling crane permitting and licensing rules following seven fatalities in the past five years. The new regulations, announced by Labour Minister Jennifer Whiteside, aim to transform crane operation into a certified trade. Key changes include new permits for building and moving cranes, and safety certifications for operators and contractors. These measures respond to deadly accidents and close calls, and are supported by industry leaders and unions. The new WorkSafeBC program will require rigorous training for crane operation, with proposed rule updates expected by fall. Enforcement has also increased, with a nineteen percent jump in crane inspections last year. Safety experts hail the push as a leadership move that could influence other provinces.
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