1. July 31, 2008 — As an experienced crane and equipment supervisor and a Red Seal crane operator, I am disturbed by the increased incident rates involving cranes and hoists. The industry, in its high-speed attempt to complete projects in today’s hot economic climate, has lost sight of the human element. Workers are recruited in record numbers, with minimal attention to credentials. Until recently, British Columbia crane operators were not required to posess a licence or proof of training. They did, however, require a licence to ride to work on a Vespa scooter. I am pleased to see the government, although painfully slow, enact legislation requiring the industry to step up to the plate and share equal responsibilities. One only has to look to the west for a model on what the crane regulations should be based on. Respond to this comment

Mike Garies, Equipment Supervisor, TIC Canada, Edmonton, Alberta