1. A. Scope of work:

   1. (1) A class III hoisting operator may work as an apprentice, trainee, or crane oiler or driver, under the direct supervision of a class I with the proper endorsement or class II hoisting operator.
   2. (2) A class III hoisting operator may perform the duties of a class I or class II hoisting operator without being licensed in that classification only while working under the direct supervision of a class I with the proper endorsement or class II hoisting operator.

2. B. Requirements for licensure:

   1. (1) Application: Applicant must submit to the department a completed application in an approved form.
   2. (2) Fee: Applicant must submit to the department applicable fees as set out in these rules.
   3. (3) Age requirement: The applicant must be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time the application is received by the department.
   4. (4) Experience requirements: No prior experience in the hoisting industry is required.

   5. (5) Proof of physical condition:

      1. (a) The applicant shall furnish to the department a current certificate of physical examination conducted and signed by a licensed physician or physician assistant within the past twelve (12) months.
      2. (b) The applicant shall furnish to the department a report from a certified drug testing laboratory showing that the applicant has passed a drug screen within the past twelve (12) months.
   6. (6) Proof of compliance with Parental Responsibility Act: If applicant's name appears on a certified list from the New Mexico's human services department of persons not in compliance with a judgment and order for child support, applicant must present to the department a statement of compliance from human services department.
3. (7) Law and safety examination: The applicant must demonstrate knowledge of the act and these rules by passing a written New Mexico law and safety examination selected and approved by the council. Such examination will include questions regarding the operation of hoisting equipment, hoisting laws, load charts, and signals.

[16.43.2.13 NMAC - Rp, 16.43.2.13 NMAC, 03/31/15]