Massachusetts S168 expands hoisting examination opportunities for Spanish language speakers.

Massachusetts S168 amends Chapter 146 of the General Laws to require the Division of Occupational Licensure to offer both written and practical examinations in English and Spanish for hoisting machinery operators. This change applies if the applicant meets the licensure criteria set by the commissioner. The bill ensures that Spanish-speaking applicants have equal access to licensing examinations, facilitating their ability to obtain and maintain licenses to operate hoisting machinery.

Massachusetts S168 expands hoisting examination opportunities for Spanish language speakers.

Massachusetts S168 amends Chapter 146 of the General Laws to require the Division of Occupational Licensure to offer both written and practical examinations in English and Spanish for hoisting machinery operators. This change applies if the applicant meets the licensure criteria set by the commissioner. The bill ensures that Spanish-speaking applicants have equal access to licensing examinations, facilitating their ability to obtain and maintain licenses to operate hoisting machinery.