BC Crane Safety registration is required for all crane operators in British Columbia. Crane Operator certification in British Columbia is mandatory by virtue of the provincial Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (WorkSafeBC). BC Crane Safety Registration forms are available at www.bccranesafety.ca
Program Updates
June 2025: OPSN 2025 010 (Changes to apprentice level exam challenge eligibility requirements)
September 2024: For information regarding transition, please see the Program Update
August 2024: OPSN 2024 018 (Revised Program Outline, Profile and SLEs effective October 1, 2024)
August 2024: OPSN 2024 017 (Changes to practical assessment prerequisites)
June 2021: OPSN 2021 007 (Minimum operating requirement clarifications)
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Challenge a Standardized Level Exam (SLE) as an apprentice
Tower Crane Operator apprentices have specific requirements that differ from other trades when challenging level exams.
To challenge a level exam, submit a completed Tower Crane Operator Level Placement Exam Application Form to Customer Service. Incomplete applications will not be processed and will be returned to you.
There is no cost to apply for a Level Challenge exam.
For more information on eligibility requirements, please refer to OPSN 2025 010 and the Program Profile.
Information for BC CofQ Holders
If you already hold a Tower Crane Operator BC Certificate of Qualification (CofQ), your certification is still valid and no action is required. If you wish to earn a Red Seal Endorsement on your BC CofQ, you may do so by writing and passing the Tower Crane Operator Interprovincial Red Seal exam. View Forms.
Practical Assessment Information
To book a practical assessment, please contact Fulford Certification