Course Description
This 2-day rigger training course is for personnel who have had little or no training and experience in rigging and lifting operations and who want to start their journey to becoming competent rigger. The rigger course focuses on the use of mechanical lifting equipment such as chainblocks, lever hoists, tirfors and shackles, slings and wire ropes.
Why choose this course?
Who is the course for?
OPITO Approved - Rigger Initial Training (Stage 1)
A rigger uses fixed and portable lifting equipment and accessories to locate loads to a position to allow final installation or fixing or move loads to a position where they are accessible to a crane.
The Rigger's route to competence certification and re-assessment is comprised of four key stages. Download our guidance here
Prerequisites
There are no pre-requisites for Initial Training
All courses, as standard, are delivered in English. Please contact us to arrange course delivery in alternate languages.
Who is the Product for?
This Product is for personnel who have had little or no training and/or experience in rigging and lifting operations and wish to gain an Industry-recognised introductory certificate in rigging and lifting operations prior to undertaking further supervised workplace training.
Product Summary
To achieve the Rigger Training the learner will need to complete the 2 mandatory units
UNIT 1 The Role of the Rigger and an Introduction to Lifting Operations
- Element 1.1 The role of the Rigger
- Element 1.2 Introduction to lifting operations - relevant legislation and management of the hazards
UNIT 2 Rigging and Lifting Operations (Theory)
- Element 2.1 The principles of rigging
- Element 2.2 How to prepare a lifting operation
UNIT 3 Rigging and Lifting Operations (Practical)
- Element 3.1 Preparation for Lifting Operations
- Element 3.2 Carrying out lifting operations
- Element 3.3 Restoring the work area and post-operation responsibilities
Performance Evaluation
Learners will be assessed against the outcomes specified in accordance with the assessment guidance detailed in each unit.
Assessment is a two-step process.
- An 'written examination' with an 80% pass mark; and
- Observation of the learner conducting a series of practical lifts.
Following successful completion of the OPITO Rigger Initial Training Programme, the learner can proceed to the workplace to work under direct supervision of a competent person- to complete the Rigger Workplace Experience Logbook. Download a copy of the log book
Careers
Learners attending the course can follow both onshore and offshore oil and gas careers with entry level roles available as Roustabouts, Riggers and Deck Hands.
What certificate will i receive?
What can the course lead to?
What is the duration of the course?
What are the entry requirements?
What does the course cover?
Course Summary
How is the course assessed?
Course info
- Certificate
GSS Certificate– valid for 2 years
- Duration
3.0 days
- Who is it for
Stage 1 Initial Training is for personnel who have had little or no training and experience in rigging and lifting operations and who want to start their journey to becoming a competent Rigger in the oil & gas industry.
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