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Sims Crane & Equipment has been recognized by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (CCO) as one of the top 45 employers nationwide for its commitment to safety and employee certification. The company was recently awarded CCO’s newly introduced Employer Award.
The award honors companies that demonstrate exceptional dedication to jobsite safety by certifying their personnel through CCO programs. Sims Crane joins an elite group of employers across the U.S. that prioritize workforce training, operational safety and certification excellence.
Thom Sicklesteel, CEO of CCO, said, “Sims Crane & Equipment takes the time and energy to get their personnel CCO certified to the highest certification standard, thereby raising the safety awareness of the entire company.”
To qualify for the award, companies had to rank among the top 45 nationwide based on the number of CCO certification candidates submitted via exam applications. The Employer Award program was created to recognize organizations that invest in preparing their teams with the skills needed to work safely and effectively.
“CCO’s Employer Awards provide a means for safety-conscious employers such as Sims Crane & Equipment to show their clients, potential clients, and employees that they are serious about safety,” said Tara Whittington, CCO’s marketing director. “We’re pleased to welcome Sims into this distinguished group of companies.”
Sims Crane & Equipment CEO Deborah Weber said the award reflects the company’s culture of safety and continued investment in employee development.
“At Sims, safety is more than a requirement—it is truly part of our culture,” Weber said. “We invest in our people because we believe that the best equipment in the world means nothing without highly trained professionals operating it. This award is a proud moment for our entire team.”
Sims Crane & Equipment is based in Tampa, Florida, and has a long-standing reputation for prioritizing crane operator safety and training.
