The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) recently issued an important update for those pursuing a Limited Hoisting Machine Operator (HMO) License, specifically for articulating boom cranes, mini cranes, and telehandlers. Here's a quick breakdown of what's changed and what you need to do to stay on track.

Key Points

• Who is Eligible? If you've submitted an application by November 6, 2024, and met all other requirements, this extension applies to you.
• What's the Extension? You now have until May 6, 2025, to complete the mandatory 8-hour training course and obtain the national certification (such as NCCCO).
• Why the Extension? Due to high demand, the 8-hour course and certification have limited availability, prompting the DOB to offer an alternative pathway to licensure for applicants who meet the basic criteria by November 6.

What You Need to Do

1. Submit Your Application by November 6, 2024, using the DOB NOW: Licensing system.
2. Submit an Affidavit in lieu of the course completion certificate if you haven't finished the training or certification yet.
3. Complete Training and Certification by May 6, 2025, and submit your course certificate and certification card through the DOB NOW: Licensing system.

Supporting Your Compliance with SafetyClerk

At SafetyClerk, we are committed to helping our clients stay compliant with licensing requirements. Our system will actively track the HMO licenses for all necessary personnel, ensuring that no deadline is missed. We encourage all our customers to upload the licenses for any team members who need them, so we can help monitor their status and ensure timely renewals. Let us handle the tracking so you can focus on what matters most.

Avoiding Violations

Meeting these deadlines is crucial. Failing to complete the training and certification by May 6, 2025, will make you ineligible for the alternate licensure pathway, and you will need to meet the full requirements anew if you reapply.

Check out the full notice on the NYC DOB website to ensure you're fully compliant.