Qualified Crane Rigger

Course Introduction

OSHA’s Crane and Derricks standard (1926.1700- Subpart CC) requires all riggers to be “Qualified” and all crane signalers to be “trained”.  Safety Links has developed series of two engaging four hour classes to become a “Qualified Rigger” and a “Qualified Crane Signaler”.

The Safety Links qualified rigger course is designed for both operators and riggers responsible for the safe operation and rigging of all types of cranes and hoists. Like all of our courses, this course can be conducted at your facility or at ours and can be adapted to your specific material handling needs. This course includes both classroom and hands-on training.

Classroom Training Topics Covered Include:

• OSHA and ASME Standards and Interpretations
• Rigging Hardware and Gear Selection
• Sling Identification and Rigging Hardware Inspection Criteria
• Weight Calculating Formulas
• Center of Gravity; Load Balancing, Effects of Angle on Rated Loads
• Reduced Capacity and Increased Tension Calculating
• Wire Rope and End Fittings
• Lift Determinations / Formulating a Lift Plan
• Communication Methods