In Massachusetts, individuals who perform, supervise, or delegate hot work activities—such as welding, cutting, or brazing—must hold a state-approved Hot Work Safety Certificate. To earn the certificate, participants must complete approved training and pass an assessment. The certification is valid for three years and must be renewed upon expiration.

Our Massachusetts state-approved program covers all aspects of the new Hot Work requirements. This 3-hour training meets state guidelines and includes OSHA standards as well as the Hot Work permitting process.

Training will include:

• 527 CMR 1.00 Chapter 4129
• CFR 1910.252 Subpart Q
• NFPA 51B
• NFPA 241A
• NSI Z49
• Responsibilities for Hot Work
• Fire Prevention and Precautions
• Sole Proprietors and Individual Operators
• Potential Hazards
• Basic Precautions for Fire Prevention
• Confined Spaces
• Public Exhibitions & Demonstrations
• Specific Processes
• Process Hazards

Course format:
This course is offered in-person at the Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Center location, 540 Main St., Hyannis.

Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at ebrown@capecod.edu, or 508-375-5017.

Prepare for the Massachusetts Hoisting Engineer licensing exam with comprehensive training for 1C, Rules & Regulations, 2A, and 3A Hoisting Licenses. Designed to support both new license applicants and current hoisting professionals seeking continuing education, these courses provide the knowledge and skills needed for safe, compliant, and effective equipment operation.

Led by experienced instructors who hold valid Massachusetts hoisting licenses, the training covers equipment operation, safety protocols, maintenance, inspection procedures, hand signals, and applicable state and federal regulations. Students receive comprehensive study materials and practical guidance to build confidence and prepare for the state licensing examination.

The curriculum aligns with applicable Massachusetts Department of Public Safety and OSHA requirements, including:

• Massachusetts General Law Chapter 146
• Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) 6.00 and 14.00
• OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and 1910
• ANSI B30 Standards
• Massachusetts General Laws Chapters 82, 82A, and 164

Whether you are entering the field, adding a new hoisting classification, or maintaining an existing license, this training provides a structured pathway to strengthen your knowledge of safe equipment operation and regulatory requirements.

Applicants for a Massachusetts Hoisting Engineer License must be at least 18 years old, complete the required application, and successfully pass the state examination administered by the Office of Public Safety and Inspections (OPSI). A minimum score of 70% is required to pass. The examination covers the working components of hoisting machinery, safe operating practices, hand signals, and inspection procedures. Massachusetts hoisting licenses must be renewed every two years.