ma hoisting licenses defined
Class 1: Hoisting
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1a = Derricks & lattice cranes (covers 1b, 1c, and 1d)
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1B = telescoping booms w/cables (covers 1C and 1D)
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1c = telescoping booms without cables (covers 1d)
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1d = forklifts
Class 2: excavating
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2a = excavators (covers 2b, 2c, and 2d)
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2b = backhoes (covers 2c and 2d)
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2c = front end loaders (covers 2d)
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2d = compact machines (excavators, backhoes, loaders - under 10,000 lbs)
Class 3: tower, electric, and air
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3a = derricks and self-erecting tower cranes
Class 4: specialty
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4a = no longer exists ...
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4B = drill rigs
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4c = pipeline side-booms
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4d = concrete pumps
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4e = catch basin cleaner
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4f = sign hanging equipment
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4g = specialty lawn mower
municipality limited license
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as per the massachusetts department of public safety, "Operators who are employed by a municipal public works department may operate, solely within the scope of their municipal employment, under a single license equipment under the following restrictions: 1c, 2B, and 4g."
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applying for this license requires you to submit a letter from your employer (the municipality), on letterhead, proving the authenticity of your employment.
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if you leave this employer (whether your decision, or not), your municipality limited license becomes null/void.
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municipality limited license-holders are still responsible for completing continuing education requirements.
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