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In order to be successful in achieving crane operator certification, CSA strongly recommends that you read this article thoroughly to increase your odds in passing the exams. Prepare in advance – study and practice whenever possible! OSHA required that all crane operators be certified by November 10, 2018.

The economy is chugging along for some and challenging for others. This uneven economic time leaves businesses looking for effective ways to promote their goods and services. It also leaves communities trying to enhance economic development. Research shows that the answer to both goals is a good sign program. Two comprehensive studies from the University of San Diego and the University of Cincinnati demonstrate just how signs can drive business. The studies show how adding or improving signs can increase business and sales at a variety of businesses, from banks to fast food restaurants.  How these sign-driven business growth increases the sales tax base and hiring of employees provides examples that get the attention of local officials. To learn more about how signs positively contribute to the local economy, contact

Alexandria, VA – June 25, 2015 Last week the Supreme Court issued a ruling in its first sign code case in more than 20 years. While the broad impact is still being determined (and likely will for years to come) it could leave communities re-evaluating their sign codes to make sure they are compliant. A recap of the case:  Reed v. Town of Gilbert (Ariz.) stemmed from a church’s use of temporary directional signs. Since the services were held in different venues each week, these signs let worshipers know the location of the meeting. The town’s sign code limited how long they could be displayed and their size. Other types of temporary signs—including political and ideological—could be larger and displayed longer.  The court unanimously found that placing limits on temporary