Rigger Certification - Basic
Credential: Rigger Certification - Basic
Credentialing Agency: National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)
Renewal Period: 5 years
The NCCER Basic Rigger candidate must be able to identify common load configurations and positioning and demonstrate specific knowledge of crane operations including voice and radio communications, personal fall protection methods, emergency procedures, and hazards and restrictions working in proximity to overhead electric lines and equipment. To receive the Basic Rigger certification, a candidate must complete a written and a practical exam. The written assessment is a two-hour, closed-book examination.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Rigger Certification - Basic
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 5 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)
13614 Progress Boulevard
Alachua, FL 32615
Phone: (386) 518-6500
Fax: (386) 518-6303
Contact Page
Other REQUIREMENTS
The Rigger Certification - Basic credential has the following other requirements:
- Complete and sign the Application for the Rigger Practical Examination, which includes an affidavit verifying the candidate has successfully passed a substance abuse test, pursuant to the employer’s drug and alcohol free workplace and substance abuse policy, and will continue to comply.
Written Exam Basic Rigger
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Communications
- Hand Signals/Voice Radio (10%)
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Crane Operations
- Basic Crane Operations (10%)
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Equipment
- Come-along/chain hoist operations, hitches, knots, softeners, synthetic ropes & slings, and wire rope. (44%)
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Rigging Practices
- Mechanical advantages, taglines (20%)
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Safety
- Emergency procedures; hazards working near energized power lines (16%)
Practical Exam Basic Rigger
- Communication
- Rigging equipment
- Rigging practices
- Safety
- Load Lifting
- Lift Planning
Exam Preparation Resources
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RECERTIFICATION
Rigger Certification - Basic
Renewal Period: 5 years