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What’s happening with the Washington State Construction Crane Rules?
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) is conducting two construction crane rulemaking projects. IUOE Local 302 has been instrumental in the development of these rules for the past six years, assisting in improving Washington state worker safety, and ensuring employers have the safest workplace environment possible.
The first rulemaking project updates the existing rule for cranes/derricks in the construction industry. This is effective September 5, 2025.
To learn more, visit: Lni.wa.gov/safety-health/safety-rules/rulemaking-stakeholder-information/cranesrigging
The second rulemaking project enacts new requirements from legislation specific to safety for tower cranes. It is limited in scope to tower cranes, specifically permit requirements for the operation, assembly, disassembly, and reconfiguration of tower cranes, and housekeeping changes. Public hearings are anticipated in fall 2025. Beginning January 1, 2026, tower crane permits are required for any work involving the operation, assembly, disassembly, or reconfiguration of a tower crane.
To learn more, visit: Lni.wa.gov/safety-health/safety-rules/rulemaking-stakeholder-information/tower-crane-permits
Read the attached flyer for more information.
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