Determine who qualifies as the 'qualified person' or 'competent person' for crane inspections under Subpart CC

Steps

1. Review the definitions in 1926.1401 on osha.gov for 'qualified person' and 'competent person' as used throughout Subpart CC
2. Confirm which inspection tasks require a qualified person (e.g., the annual comprehensive inspection under 1926.1412) versus a competent person (e.g., shift and monthly inspections)
3. Verify the individual's knowledge, training, and experience are documented and specific to the equipment type being inspected, since the definitions are not tied to a specific credential
4. Confirm the inspector is authorized to make out-of-service determinations and has authority to correct or stop use of deficient equipment
5. Check whether the employer or a third-party inspection provider is being used, and confirm the arrangement still meets the regulatory definitions