Rigging and Lifting
The Rigging & Lifting Training Course provides participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to perform rigging and lifting operations safely and efficiently. The course covers rigging fundamentals, lifting techniques, hazard identification, risk assessment, safety regulations, and operational best practices to ensure safe workplace operations.
Combining classroom-based learning with practical exercises, this training helps participants develop the competency needed for a successful career in rigging and lifting while meeting industry safety standards.
Training Options:
Training Schedule
On-Demand Training
Course Designed For
Aspiring Riggers, Slingers, Banksmen, Lifting Personnel, and Entry-Level Workers
Certification Validity
Valid for 2 Years.
Training Options:
Topics Covered
Why Attend This Course
- The Role of the Rigger
- Introduction to Lifting Operations – Relevant Legislation and Management of Hazards
- The Principles of Rigging and Lifting
- How to Prepare for the Lifting Operation
- Preparation for Lifting Operations
- Carrying Out the Lifting Operation
- Restoring the Work Area and Post-Operation Responsibilities
- Industry Recognized Certification: Earn a recognized certificate that affirming your capability as a mechanical rigger.
- Balanced Theoretical and Practical Training: Engage in a curriculum that merges essential theoretical concepts with practical exercises designed to mirror real-world scenarios.
- Expert Trainers: Learn from seasoned industry professionals who bring extensive field experience to their teaching, ensuring you receive relevant and practical insights.
- Safety-Focused Instruction: Understand and apply safe working practices, reducing the risk of incidents and ensuring a secure working environment.
- Career Advancement: This certification serves as a stepping stone towards more advanced roles and further competence assessments, enhancing your employability in industries such as construction, renewables, and offshore operations.
Who Should Attend This Course
Course Duration
- This course is ideally suited for personnel who have little or no experience in rigging and lifting operations and are looking to obtain an introductory, industry-recognized certificate. It is perfect for those aspiring to start a career as a mechanical rigger.
- The optimum contact time for this training is 24 hours, delivered over 3 days. This schedule is designed to ensure thorough coverage of all theoretical and practical components while accommodating the maximum number of learners.
Additional Information:
- Entry Requirements
- There are no pre-requisites for this initial training course, making it accessible to anyone interested in entering the rigging and lifting industry.
- Medical Requirements
- Due to the physically demanding and potentially stressful nature of the training, all participants must be medically fit. You must either possess an employing company–approved medical certificate (equivalent to an offshore certificate) or complete an appropriate medical screening form provided by GSS.
- Assessment
- Theory Assessment: A written test will evaluate your understanding of the theoretical components.
- Practical Assessment: You will be observed completing a series of 10 practical lifts to demonstrate your competency in executing rigging operations safely and effectively.