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Crane Operations
- Mobile Crane Operations
- Lift Planning
- Critical Lift Planning
- Lift Plan Development Utilizing AutoCAD
- Rigging Practices
- Signalperson Operations
- Lift Director Responsibilities
Crane Operations Consultant & Expert Witness
Curriculum Vitae
Edward C.
Guerra
Principal Consultant | Crane Risk Authority, LLC
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Professional Profile
Crane Operations Experience From the Jobsite to the Courtroom
Crane operations professional with more than 35 years of progressively responsible experience involving crane operations, rigging, lift planning, heavy equipment, construction safety, workforce supervision, and operational risk management.
Founder and Principal Consultant of Crane Risk Authority, LLC, providing independent consulting and expert witness services related to crane operations, construction accidents, heavy lifting activities, OSHA compliance, ASME B30 standards, accident causation, and accepted industry practices.
Professional services include site inspections, forensic documentation, technical analysis, expert report preparation, deposition testimony, and trial testimony in support of litigation, insurance claims, and accident investigations.
35+
Years of Crane & Heavy Equipment Experience
25+
Years of Instruction & Field Mentoring
NCCCO
Certified Crane Operator & Lift Director
Areas of Expertise
Technical Knowledge. Field Experience. Operational Perspective.
Practical knowledge developed through decades of hands-on crane, lifting, rigging, construction, and heavy-equipment operations.
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Accident Investigation
- Crane Accident Investigation
- Root Cause Analysis
- Site Inspections
- Photographic Documentation
- Site Measurements
- Equipment Documentation
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Standards & Compliance
- OSHA Regulations
- ASME B30 Standards
- ANSI Standards
- Construction Safety
- Hazard Recognition
- Operational Risk Management
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Expert Witness Services
- Technical Report Preparation
- Document Review
- Litigation Support
- Deposition Testimony
- Trial Testimony
- Expert Consultation
Representative Industry & Project Experience
Experience Across Complex Construction & Heavy-Lift Environments
Commercial high-rise construction
Bridge and transportation infrastructure
Steel erection
Industrial manufacturing facilities
Petrochemical facilities
Power generation facilities
Steel mills
Natural gas compressor stations
Rail yards and intermodal terminals
Airports
Hospitals and healthcare facilities
Educational facilities
Marine and cruise vessel construction
Wind energy infrastructure maintenance
Heavy equipment installation and relocation
Plant shutdowns and maintenance outages
Water and wastewater treatment facilities
Specialized Lifting Experience
Complex Lifts & Restricted-Access Operations
- Critical lift planning and execution
- Tandem crane lifts
- Heavy equipment setting and removal
- Industrial machinery installation and relocation
- Structural steel erection
- Wind turbine blade and major component replacement
- Marine vessel installation of architectural features, mechanical equipment, HVAC systems, pools, waterslides, and mature landscaping
- Precision lifts in confined and restricted-access environments
Professional Experience
More Than Three Decades in Crane Operations
2016 — Present
A CRANE RENTAL, LLC
Mobile Crane Operator
Dravosburg, Pennsylvania
Responsible for the safe operation of mobile cranes supporting commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and heavy construction projects. Regularly selected to mentor crane operator apprentices through hands-on field training, providing guidance in crane setup, lift planning, safe operating practices, and jobsite decision-making as they progress toward independent operator qualification.
Mobile crane operations
Lift planning & critical lift execution
Load chart interpretation
Rigging coordination
Equipment inspections
Crane crew leadership
Apprentice mentoring
OSHA & ASME compliance
2011 — 2016
ANTHONY CRANE USA
Mobile Crane Operator
Dravosburg, Pennsylvania
Performed mobile crane operations supporting commercial, industrial, and heavy construction projects. Responsibilities included crane setup, lift execution, rigging coordination, equipment inspections, load chart interpretation, and compliance with OSHA regulations, ASME B30 standards, and company safety procedures.
2005 — 2011
ANTHONY CRANE USA
Mobile Crane Operator
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Performed mobile crane operations on commercial and industrial construction projects throughout South Florida.
Concurrent Assignment — Sales Representative
2007
Served in a business development role responsible for maintaining customer relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and supporting crane rental operations while maintaining technical knowledge of lifting applications and customer project requirements.
1998 — 2005
MAXIM CRANE WORKS
Mobile Crane Operator
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Company operated as Anthony Crane USA until its acquisition by Maxim Crane Works in 1999.
Performed mobile crane operations supporting commercial construction, industrial facilities, infrastructure projects, and heavy lifting operations. Developed extensive field experience operating a variety of mobile crane configurations while working with contractors across multiple industries.
1995 — 1998
GOLD COAST CRANE SERVICE
Mobile Crane Operator
Hollywood, Florida
Performed mobile crane operations supporting commercial construction projects and developed proficiency in crane setup, lift execution, rigging practices, and safe jobsite operations.
1994 — 1995
ALL CRANE RENTAL OF FLORIDA
Mobile Crane Operator
Apopka, Florida
Performed mobile crane operations on commercial construction projects with responsibility for safe equipment operation, lift execution, and compliance with established safety procedures.
1992 — 1994
GOLD COAST CRANE SERVICE
Oiler
Hollywood, Florida
Supported crane operations by assisting with equipment setup, inspections, preventive maintenance, rigging activities, and daily operational readiness while developing practical field experience under the supervision of experienced crane operators.
Instructional & Mentoring Experience
25+ Years of Crane Operations Instruction
More than 25 years of experience instructing, mentoring, supervising, and evaluating crane operators, apprentices, riggers, signalpersons, and construction personnel in safe lifting operations, crane operations, lift planning, hazard recognition, and industry best practices.
Provides instruction through safety meetings, toolbox talks, lift planning discussions, internal company training, and hands-on field mentoring. Regularly mentors crane operator apprentices through structured field instruction, emphasizing technical competency, sound judgment, operational planning, safe work practices, and professional responsibility.
Representative Areas of Instruction
- Mobile crane operations
- Lift planning and critical lift execution
- Lift plan development utilizing AutoCAD
- Rigging practices
- Signalperson responsibilities
- Load chart interpretation
- Equipment inspections and operational readiness
- OSHA and ASME compliance
- Hazard recognition and risk management
- Safety meetings and toolbox talks
- Internal company training
- Crane operator apprentice development
Credentials & Professional Affiliations
Certifications, Licenses & Professional Organizations
NCCCO
National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators
Certified Crane Operator
Expires October 31, 2027
- Lattice Boom Crawler (LBC)
- Telescopic Boom Swing Cab (TLL)
- Telescopic Boom Fixed Cab (TSS)
- Service Truck Crane (STC)
Certified Lift Director
Expires January 31, 2027
Certified Rigger
Expires January 31, 2027
- Level II
- Level I
Certified Signalperson
Expires January 31, 2027
Telecommunications Tower Rigger
Level I — Expires January 31, 2027
LICENSES
Professional Licenses
- Pennsylvania Commercial Driver License Class A CDL
- New York State Crane Operator License Practical Examination Scheduled September 1, 2026 — Pending Licensure
Additional Certifications
- OSHA 10 Construction
- Forklift Operator Certification
ASSOCIATIONS
Professional Memberships
- Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SC&RA) Member
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Member
- Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) Member
- American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Member
- OSHA Education Center Association Member
- SEAK, Inc. Member — Graduate of SEAK Expert Witness Training
- JurisPro Member
Specialized Training
Continuing Professional Development
SEAK, Inc.
Expert Witness TrainingCompleted formal expert witness training in report preparation, deposition testimony, courtroom presentation, ethics, and litigation methodology.
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
Completed MSHA safety training emphasizing hazard recognition, safe work practices, equipment operations, emergency procedures, and regulatory compliance.
Broward College
Emergency Medical Technician / Paramedic Training • 1993Completed formal emergency medical training emphasizing patient assessment, trauma response, emergency scene management, hazard recognition, and critical decision-making.
Military Service
USMC
United States Marine Corps
Honorable Service | 1991–1995
Served honorably in the United States Marine Corps, developing leadership, discipline, teamwork, adaptability, and sound decision-making while operating in demanding and high-pressure environments.
Litigation Support & Consulting
Independent Technical Analysis for Attorneys & Claims Professionals
Practical crane and lifting expertise applied to accident investigations, technical analysis, documentation, and litigation.
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Crane Accident Investigations
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Site Inspections
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Photographic Documentation
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Site Measurements & Documentation
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Lift Planning Evaluations
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OSHA Compliance Evaluations
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ASME B30 Compliance Evaluations
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Root Cause Analysis
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Equipment Inspections
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Construction Safety Evaluations
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Technical Report Preparation
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Deposition & Trial Testimony
Forensic Coordination
Coordination with forensic specialists, including 3D laser scanning and mapping, when required.
Attorney & Claims Consultation
Discuss a Crane or Heavy-Lift Matter
Additional project history, representative matters, references, and prior testimony lists are available upon request, subject to client confidentiality.