Lifting
Crane, Rigging & Signal Person Training
From a first sling inspection to the foreman who signs the lift plan, rigging courses that build skill at every level of the crew.
Overview
Rigging courses run in steps, from entry level for people new to cranes to advanced material handling for those moving into foreman and supervisory roles. Signal person qualification ends with a written test and a practical evaluation.
Mobile crane operator training covers set-up, ground stability, load charts, inspections and power line contact prevention, and can be taught on your equipment.
A ladder of courses
Basic, intermediate and advanced rigging match each person's role on the crew.
Practical evaluation
Signal persons finish with a written test and a hands-on evaluation.
Taught on your crane
Mobile crane training can use your equipment at your location.
Courses
8 courses, built around your crew
Hours are classroom plus practical where noted. Every course can be scheduled at your site; ask about combining courses into one visit.
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Qualified Signal Person
Signal types, crane operations and limits, and crane dynamics, with a written test and practical evaluation.
29 CFR 1926.141929 CFR 1926.1428 -
Basic Rigging & Material Handling
Entry level, with hand signals, for people new to crane work.
29 CFR 1926.251 -
Overhead Crane & Level I Rigging
For employees with little or no crane or material handling experience.
29 CFR 1910.179 -
Intermediate Rigging & Material Handling
For experienced workers taking on more responsibility in crane ground operations.
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Advanced Rigging & Material Handling
For crane personnel moving into foreman or supervisory roles.
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Rigging & Material Handling
Rigging math, load weight and center of gravity, slings, hardware, lift permits and a hands-on session.
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Mobile Crane Operator
Set-up, ground stability, load charts and range diagrams, inspections and power line contact prevention.
29 CFR 1926 Subpart CCASME B30.5 -
Boom Truck
Academic review followed by practical exercises and evaluation on the boom truck.
29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC
FAQ
Questions we get asked
Which rigging course should a new hire take?
Basic Rigging & Material Handling or Overhead Crane & Level I Rigging, both 16 hours, are designed for people with little or no crane experience.
How is a signal person qualified?
The Qualified Signal Person course ends with a written test and a practical evaluation of signals and crane operations.
Often paired with
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