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Credentials for Transportation Inspectors
12 credential programs ladder toward this occupation. Median wage on completion: $85,750. See full occupation profile →
Certification
Aerial Lift Inspector & Operator
Crane Institute of America
Identify aerial lift types including vehicle-mounted aerial lifts, boom support MEWPs, and scissor lift MEWPs using correct components and terminologyAnalyze causes and results of aerial lift accidents to understand the inspector's role in reducing accidents and liability exposureSelect the appropriate aerial lift for a given job based on rated capacity, site conditions, and application requirementsInterpret and apply rated capacity labels on vehicle-mounted aerial lifts to ensure safe operating limits are understood and observedApply pre-start frequent and annual inspection requirements in compliance with OSHA and ANSI/SAIA standards for aerial lift inspection programsApply the three levels of aerial lift inspection by understanding when and how each level is required and the criteria that differentiate each level
Certification
Assembly Disassembly (A/D) Director
National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators
Verify compliance with safety regulations by applying OSHA 1926 Subpart CC, OSHA 1926.251, and ASME B30 standards during A/D activitiesObtain required A/D documentation by interpreting assembly instructions and identifying necessary personnel documentationIdentify PPE requirements by determining protective equipment needed for assembly/disassembly personnelEstablish restricted or controlled areas by applying powerline, excavation, pinch‑point, fall‑protection, and fall‑zone requirementsAssess site hazards by identifying environmental, positional, and equipment‑related risks prior to A/D workLocate applicable A/D procedures by referencing manufacturer manuals, employer procedures, and load charts
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Crane Inspector
National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators
Interpret crane‑inspection standards by applying ASME B30 requirements to pre‑inspection planningInterpret regulatory requirements by applying OSHA rules relevant to crane inspection activitiesDemonstrate crane terminology and definitions to ensure accurate communication during inspection processesCommunicate inspection needs to site supervisors by identifying required information, access, and conditionsApply knowledge of standards and regulations to determine the scope and requirements of the crane inspectionVerify documentation accuracy by confirming application, maintenance, and engineering records meet required criteria
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Evaluator of Crane Operator
National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators
Ensure evaluation impartiality by identifying conflicts of interest and recusing oneself when bias is real or perceivedReview applicable standards and regulations by referencing OSHA, ASME, and local requirements along with manufacturer informationGather contractor and site information by determining what data must be collected prior to conducting the evaluationConfirm crane configuration and hoisting tasks by interviewing employers or authorized personnel about crane type and job requirementsVerify completion of required inspections by identifying which manufacturer and contractor inspections are needed before evaluationDetermine evaluation topics by reviewing site conditions, tasks performed, and crane configurations to establish test scope
Certification
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Professional (GDTP) - Senior Level
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Understand the rules, definitions, principles, and meanings of the symbols and modifiers of GD&T as applied to engineering drawings and related documentationUnderstand the functions and relationships of part features and geometric controlsPerform calculations associated with GD&T derived from the drawing and related documentationUnderstand that the application of GD&T has implications for manufacturing, quality control, and verification processes associated with engineering drawings and related documentationApply the principles of GD&T to the establishment of functional gaging activities
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Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Professional (GDTP) - Technician Level
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Understand the meaning of the symbols, modifiers, and relationships of GD&T as applied to engineering drawings and related documentationMake the proper selection with consideration for the function and relationship of part features and of geometric controls, to document the product design intentPerform calculations associated with GD&T to determine geometric requirementsApply the appropriate geometric control symbols, modifiers, and datum references to the engineering drawings and related documentationApply the principles of GD&T to the operations of manufacturing, quality control, and verification processes associated with engineering drawings and related documentationApply the principles of GD&T to the establishment of functional gaging activities
Certification
Highway Construction Inspection Level I
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies
Apply standard construction terminology and project document conventions to locate and interpret information on plans, drawings, and specifications for highway construction inspectionPerform measurements and calculations including unit conversions, area and volume computations, and dimension verification against plans and specifications using U.S. Customary and Metric unitsIdentify and distinguish tools and equipment used by inspectors, surveyors, and construction crews for inspections, testing, reporting, and field operationsApply personal protective equipment and identify safety hazards, reporting requirements, and safety information sources on highway construction job sitesIdentify and verify site operation components including work zone traffic control, construction activities, erosion and sediment controls, and utility markings on highway construction projects
Certification
Lift Director
National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators
Identify personnel roles by distinguishing the responsibilities and qualifications of lift directors, supervisors, riggers, signalpersons, and other lifting‑operation stakeholdersDescribe pre‑lift procedures by outlining how lift directors conduct meetings, perform basic planning, and assign tag‑line dutiesDifferentiate organizational responsibilities by recognizing the functions of crane owners, crane users, controlling entities, and site supervisors during lifting operationsDefine spotter responsibilities by identifying when a dedicated spotter is required and how they support safe load movementIdentify applicable rigging inspection standards by distinguishing between periodic/annual requirements and frequent/shift requirementsRecognize non‑inspection rigging standards by understanding how regulations apply to safe versus unsafe rigging practices
Certification
Mobile Crane Inspector & Certification
Crane Institute of America
Identify mobile crane types including telescoping boom, lattice boom, boom truck, articulating boom, and industrial carry deck cranes using correct components and terminologyEstablish a mobile crane inspection program incorporating OSHA and ASME inspection requirements, inspector roles, and liability exposure reduction strategiesApply the three levels of crane inspection by understanding when and how each level is required and what criteria differentiate routine from detailed inspectionInspect structural components of mobile cranes including booms, frames, and welds to identify deficiencies and safety hazards in compliance with applicable standardsInspect mechanical and operational systems including sheaves, blocks, hooks, and operating mechanisms to assess condition and identify defects requiring corrective actionInspect hydraulic and pneumatic systems including cylinders, lines, and fittings to detect leaks, wear, and pressure-related deficiencies
Certification
Overhead Crane Inspector
Crane Institute of America
Identify overhead crane types including overhead hoists, underhung bridge cranes, cab-operated bridge cranes, and gantry bridge cranes using correct components and terminologyIdentify hazards associated with overhead crane operations that contribute to accidents and establish the inspector's role in reducing liability exposureEstablish an overhead crane inspection program incorporating OSHA and ASME inspection requirements, documentation procedures, and program administration responsibilitiesApply the three levels of overhead crane inspection by understanding when and how each level is required and the criteria that differentiate each levelInspect structural components of overhead cranes including bridge beams, runways, end trucks, and connections to identify deficiencies and safety hazards in compliance with applicable standardsInspect mechanical and operational systems including sheaves, blocks, hooks, and operating mechanisms to assess condition and identify defects requiring corrective action
Certification
Road Safety Professional 1
Institute of Transportation Engineers
$100 cost
Define road safety using evidence-based literature and established frameworks including the Highway Safety Manual and Road Safety FundamentalsDescribe crash contributing factors including frequency, severity, and interaction effects across multiple disciplinesIdentify road user characteristics including behavior, vulnerability, perception, and error propensity as they relate to road safetyCollaborate with multidisciplinary partners across organizations to improve road safety outcomesApply road safety management approaches including the Safe System Approach, Haddon's Matrix, and Vision ZeroCollect and manage safety data from multiple sources to support road safety programs and investments
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Tower Crane Inspector & Certification
Crane Institute of America
Identify tower crane types including fixed jib, luffing boom, and self-erecting tower cranes using correct components and terminologyAnalyze causes and results of tower crane accidents to understand the inspector's role in reducing accidents and liability exposureEstablish a tower crane inspection program incorporating OSHA and ASME pre-operational, monthly, and annual inspection requirements and program administration responsibilitiesApply the three levels of tower crane inspection by understanding when and how each level is required and the criteria that differentiate each levelInspect structural components of tower cranes including masts, jibs, counter jibs, and connections to identify deficiencies and safety hazards in compliance with applicable standardsInspect mechanical and operational systems including sheaves, blocks, hooks, and operating mechanisms to assess condition and identify defects requiring corrective action