Form SH 847 at a glance
What it is: SH 847 is the Renewal Application for Crane Operator's Certificate of Competence.
Who signs: In 12, sign as Signature of Applicant; in 13, enter the Date.
What to bring and attach to Form SH 847
Also include form SH832 Crane Renewal Exam Sign up sheet and form GO-1 Appendix to a License/Certificate application.
Prepare in Duplicate - Keep One Copy for Your Records.
A filled-in Form SH 847 example: a crane operator renews a certificate
How to fill out Form SH 847, box by box
Print Clearly: license, name, birth date and certificate
Print Clearly. Enter the NYS DMV License or ID Number, then the Last Name, First Name and MI.
Enter the Date of Birth and the Certificate No.
Mailing Address, Email and telephones
Enter the Mailing Address, City, State and Zip Code.
Enter the Email Address in 5a.
Enter the Home Telephone in 6 and the Work Telephone in 7.
Crane hours and accidents
In 8, mark Yes or No to: In the last three years, I have operated a crane in my certified class for 300 hours or more.
In 9, mark Yes or No to: In the last three years, have you been involved in any accidents while operating a crane which resulted in personal injury or property damage, including damage to the crane? If “Yes”, please explain.
Epilepsy or heart disease, and physical handicap
In 10a, mark Yes or No to: Do you or have you ever had epilepsy or heart disease?
In 10b, mark Yes or No to: Do you now suffer an uncorrected defect in vision, hearing or any other physical handicap?
10c: If you answered “Yes” to either 10a or 10b, please explain.
Child support
In 11, mark Yes or No to: Are you under an obligation to pay child support? If yes, complete the next 4 questions.
In 11a, mark Yes or No to: I am making payments in accordance with a plan agreed upon by all parties.
In 11b, mark Yes or No to: I am four months or more behind in the payment of child support.
In 11c, mark Yes or No to: My child support obligation is the subject of a pending court proceeding.
In 11d, mark Yes or No to: I am receiving public assistance or supplemental security income.
Signing: certification, ID card photo and benefit file
I hereby apply for renewal of my Certificate of Competence as a crane operator and certify that the information on this form is correct to the best of my knowledge.
You authorize the DOL and the DMV to produce an ID card bearing your DMV photo. DOL will send this card to the address you maintain with DOL. DOL and DMV will use your photo to manufacture all your subsequent ID cards for as long as you maintain your license/certification with the DOL.
By signing you are granting permission to the Commissioner of Labor to provide access to your Unemployment Insurance (U.I.) benefit file.
Common questions about Form SH 847
Where do I file it?
Print clearly and mail to License and Certificate Unit, 1220 Washington Ave. Building 12, Room 436, Albany, NY 12226.
Are there fees?
Mail it with a check or money order made out to the Commissioner of Labor for $150 (checked October 22, 2026).
Sources
[1] Form SH 847 (12/25), Renewal Application for Crane Operator's Certificate of Competence, New York State Department of Labor (the Official source link on this page).