OUR PEOPLEOur training curriculum is developed by product and safetyprofessionals with over 100 years combined experience.Our personnel become instructors only after years of industry experience and are recognized experts in their fields.Their knowledge of industry regulations, standards and specifications, along with technical expertise is unmatchedby any training organization. Their credentials include electrical, mechanical, applications, design and manufacturingengineering, coupled with crane and hoist maintenance, installations, start up, modifications and crane operations.<strong>CMCO</strong> is the only training organization with this much talent gathered under one roof.Tom Reardon<strong>Training</strong> Manager, Overhead Cranes & Hoists704.994.6212tom.reardon@cmworks.comTom is a <strong>Training</strong> Manager with <strong>Columbus</strong> <strong>McKinnon</strong> <strong>Corporation</strong>,specializing in Cranes and Hoists. He is a member of ACRP and an OSHAOutreach Instructor. During his 25 years in the material handling industry,Tom has worked on crane modernizations, installations, technicalsupport, field service, inspections, and crane operations. He has developedcurriculum and delivered customized courses for corporations suchas Boeing, Westinghouse, United States Navy Crane Center, InternationalPaper, Nucor Steel, General Electric and many nuclear facilities acrossNorth and South America. Tom has conducted hundreds of public seminarsand is a recognized expert in his field.Peter Cooke<strong>Training</strong> Manager, Mobile Cranes, Rigging & Load Securement716.692.4145 ext 233peter.cooke@cmworks.comPeter holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering Technology.He dedicated 15 years to <strong>Columbus</strong> <strong>McKinnon</strong> <strong>Corporation</strong> as an engineerdesigning engineered lifts, slings and forgings. He has traveled throughout theworld teaching proper rigging techniques, rigging gear inspection and hoistcrane inspection and maintenance.Henry Brozyna<strong>Training</strong> Instructor716.692.4145 ext 229henry.brozyna@cmworks.comHenry has dedicated 22 years to the material handling industry as anAssociate for the <strong>Columbus</strong> <strong>McKinnon</strong>. He started as a machinists/fabricator constructing & assembling the conveyors for <strong>CMCO</strong>’s tire shredder.Shortly thereafter, Henry designed, built, and troubleshot gantry type cranesystems used as personnel assists for <strong>CMCO</strong>’s Medical Products Division.He spent the next several years as a hoist and crane quotation specialist.Soon after was promoted to the Cady Lifter division designing below the hooklifting equipment and specialty lifts and rigging. Henry has traveled throughoutthe world teaching proper rigging techniques, rigging gear inspection andhoist crane inspection and maintenance. Henry holds an Associate’s Degreein Mechanical Engineering Technology.Jessie Jones<strong>Training</strong> Coordinator704.694.2156 ext 5524jessie.jones@cmworks.comJessie is the <strong>Training</strong> Coordinator for <strong>Columbus</strong> <strong>McKinnon</strong>, responsible forcourse scheduling, student registrations, data entry and training websitemaintenance. Jessie has 17 years of dedicated service to our customers.Perry BishopTechnical Instructor, Overhead Cranes & Hoists704.994.6254perry.bishop@cmworks.comPerry is a Technical Instructor with <strong>Columbus</strong> <strong>McKinnon</strong> <strong>Corporation</strong>specializing in Crane and Hoist Maintenance, Operator and Inspection <strong>Training</strong>.He brings to the classroom over two decades of training and industrial maintenanceexperience. Perry’s responsibilities have included plant maintenance,electrician and machine repair. He holds a degree in Industrial Electricity.Tommy DiggsTechnical Instructor, Overhead Cranes & Hoists704.994.6251tommy.diggs@cmworks.comTommy is a Technical Instructor with <strong>Columbus</strong> <strong>McKinnon</strong> <strong>Corporation</strong>,specializing in Crane & Hoist Maintenance, Operator and Inspection <strong>Training</strong>.He has devoted over 30 years to the Material Handling Industry withexperience in manufacturing, service and product training.Tommy is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran with a bachelor’s degree from Gardner-Webb University. His many years of industry experience, personable demeanorand “keep it simple” approach to training create a positive and enjoyablelearning environment for all of his students.Dave CarmackCertification Instructor for our CM Entertainment Division276.475.3124 ext 1287david.carmack@cmworks.comDave is a 34 year veteran of CM and has served many roles during histenure. His experience ranges from 20 years of actual manufacturing andproduction of the Lodestar, and the mechanical and electrical construction of CMproducts. He also worked on troubleshooting and repair, and engineeringresearch and development in his roles as Lab Technician and ProductEngineer before becoming our Entertainment Trainer. Dave has taught classeson 5 of the 7 continents.Christopher M. ZgodaTechnical Instructor716.692.4145 ext 221chris.zgoda@cmworks.comChris started his career as a Project Manager leading a team of crane techniciansassisting in electrical trouble shooting, retrofitting crane electrificationand motor controls. Later he made a career change to designing overheadtransmission lines for National Grid.Chris’ passion for material handling led him to <strong>Columbus</strong> <strong>McKinnon</strong> <strong>Corporation</strong>.He currently teaches industrial hoist, rigging and crane inspection/maintenance courses and is a trainer for the CM entertainment division.He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering.Our trainers are active contributors to our corporate blog.Visit www.cmcolive.com for articles on safety & industry news.
OUR TRAINING CENTERSWhether you’re training at one of our nationally-recognized <strong>Training</strong> Centersor on-site at your business, you can expect the same quality programs.Niagara <strong>Training</strong> CenterThe most comprehensive training center on the east coast, and the only trainingcenter in the northeast for overhead cranes, hoists and rigging equipment.Students can train on every <strong>Columbus</strong> <strong>McKinnon</strong> product including workstation,jib and mobile cranes. We also have a dedicated entertainment industry trainingarea that includes a stage.Our indoor and outdoor training facility is situated on a two-acre lot just 10 minutesfrom Niagara Falls. Students stay connected to their business with classrooms thatfeature Wi-Fi and video capabilities.The Niagara <strong>Training</strong> Center is home to the HoistHistory Museum, with hoists from the 1870’s through today.Hoist & Rigging <strong>Training</strong> Center of Excellenceat COHAM, The Ohio State University<strong>Columbus</strong> <strong>McKinnon</strong> offers a full complement of overhead cranes, hoistsand rigging training at this full-scale research center on The Ohio State Universitycampus. The Center for Occupational Health in Automotive Manufacturing’s (COHAM)advanced ergonomic studies have developed safe solutions for material handlingwith an immediate impact on injury risk and productivity.Working with COHAM has helped major corporations reduce their injury costsby 70% or more. (Forbes, December, 2007)On-Site & Regional <strong>Training</strong><strong>Columbus</strong> <strong>McKinnon</strong> can bring training to your location, so your personnelget trained on your equipment. We also offer classes at Regional <strong>Training</strong>Centers located in:• Chicago, Illinois• Houston, Texas• Santa Fe Springs, California• Wadesboro, North CarolinaCLASSINDEXRigging3 Day Workshop...................1Level 1, Level 2& Rigging GearInspection Classes................2Mobile Crane& TransportationMobile Crane OperatorSafety <strong>Training</strong>......................3Load Securement.................3Train the TrainerRigging,Load Securement,& Crane Operator..................4Certification ClassesCertified HoistTechnician............................5Wire RopeHoist Repair..........................6Little Mule UtilityHoist Maintenance................7Overhead Crane& Hoist Inspection.................8Overhead Crane ClassesOverhead CraneOperator...............................9Static SteplessCrane Controls......................9Frequent /MonthlyInspection.............................9<strong>Training</strong> Kits......................10<strong>Training</strong> Locations& Accommodations...... Back