Riggers Training

    Riggers Training is a structured safety and competency program designed to educate individuals who are responsible for preparing, securing, and directing loads during lifting and hoisting operations. Riggers play a crucial role in ensuring safe, balanced, and efficient load handling in construction, manufacturing, ports, shipyards, oil & gas, and heavy industry sectors.

    Properly trained riggers help to:

    • Prevent load drops and crane failures
    • Maintain compliance with lifting regulations
    • Improve worksite safety and efficiency
    • Reduce equipment damage and injuries

    Basic Requirements for Riggers Training

    ✅ Regulatory & Industry Standards

    Training must be conducted in accordance with:

    • LEEA Guidelines (Lifting Equipment Engineers Association)
    • OSHA 1926.251 / 1910.184
    • ISO 23853 (Lifting personnel training)
    • National and employer-specific safety policies

    ✅ Duration

    • Basic Rigger Level I: 1–2 days
    • Intermediate/Advanced Rigger: 3–5 days
    • Refresher courses are also available for previously trained riggers.

    ✅ Documentation

    • Training record with:
      • Attendance log
      • Course content outline
      • Written/practical exam results
      • Certificate of completion or competency

    Who Should Attend Riggers Training?

    This training is designed for:

    • Newly hired riggers
    • Current riggers needing certification or re-certification
    • Crane crew members, signal persons, and rigging assistants
    • Maintenance staff involved in lifting tasks
    • Supervisors or engineers overseeing lifting operations

    Participants must:

    • Be at least 18 years old
    • Be medically fit
    • Have basic communication skills
    • Preferably have basic knowledge of lifting environments

    Prerequisites for Trainers

    A qualified rigger trainer must:

    • Be certified or approved by a recognized organization (e.g., LEEA, OSHA-authorized trainer, etc.)
    • Have practical experience in rigging and lifting operations
    • Be competent in:
      • Load calculations
      • Rigging gear selection and inspection
      • Slinging techniques and lifting plan development
    • Be trained in instructional techniques, adult learning principles, and risk management

    How to Assess the Training & Capabilities of Riggers

    🔍 Pre-training Assessment:

    • Evaluate existing knowledge or experience of trainees

    📝 Written/Oral Examination:

    • Conduct a final written test to assess understanding of:
      • Load limits
      • Sling types
      • Rigging signals
      • Risk controls
      • Equipment selection

    🛠️ Practical Evaluation:

    • Hands-on performance assessment involving:
      • Slinging and load securing
      • Communication and hand signals
      • Hazard identification during lifting
      • Equipment inspection and tagging

    📋 Competency Verification Checklist:

    • Visual and behavioral checklist for:
      • Safe practices
      • Use of PPE
      • Team coordination
      • Communication skills

    📄 Certification:

    • Upon successful completion, issue a Certificate of Competency valid for a defined period (typically 2–3 years)

    Services Offered by DAS Certification (Private) Limited

    DAS Certification (Pvt.) Ltd., a Full Member of LEEA UK and a recognized inspection and training body, provides high-quality rigger training services.

    ✅ Types of Riggers Training Programs

    • Basic Rigger (Level I)
    • Intermediate / Advanced Rigger
    • Rigging Inspector Awareness Training
    • Signal Person Training
    • Customized Rigger Training for oil & gas, marine, construction, and manufacturing sectors

    ✅ Training Features

    • Delivered by LEEA-trained instructors
    • Blended approach (classroom + hands-on)
    • Real-life rigging gear used during practical sessions
    • Tailored to client’s equipment and lifting conditions

    ✅ Certification & Compliance

    • Competency-based certification
    • Training records and logs for audits
    • Support in achieving compliance with client and regulatory requirements

    ✅ Additional Services

    • Rigging gear inspection and certification
    • Development of rigging plans and lifting procedures
    • Support in lifting operation risk assessment
    • Annual refresher courses and re-evaluation

    Benefits of Choosing DAS Certification for Riggers Training

    • Backed by LEEA UK full membership
    • Trainers with field expertise and regulatory knowledge
    • Training meets OSHA, ISO, BS EN, and ILO standards
    • Enhances workplace safety culture
    • Reduces accidents and downtime
    • Recognized by international contractors and regulatory bodies