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MA S1433

Establishing a board of hoisting machinery regulations


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
11/25/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish a board of hoisting machinery regulations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a board of hoisting machinery regulations within the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety. The board will consist of six members appointed by the governor, including the department's chief inspector, representatives from public utilities, private construction contractors, safety trainers, OSHA experts, and the International Union of Operating Engineers. The board will be responsible for promulgating rules and regulations for the classification, licensing, and supervision of apprentice operators of hoisting machinery. The bill outlines the criteria for issuing apprentice licenses, including training, experience, and registration requirements, as well as grounds for denying, revoking, or suspending such licenses. The board may also employ an executive secretary and other staff to support its operations.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Justice

Sponsors (12)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 11/25/2019)

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