Douglas Education Center
Heavy Equipment and CDL with Safety
Diploma
On-CampusFinancial Aid
Monessen
Monessen, PA
Next start
Jan 11, 2027
Duration
12 Weeks
360 clock hours · 12 credits
App fee
$50
Tuition
$11,850 for the Program
Basic Rigger
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The Basic Rigger safely uses and recognizes the
limitations of chain, synthetic, metal mesh, and wire
rope slings as well as specific rigging hardware,
including hooks and similar attaching devices, shackles,
wire rope clips, clamps, eyebolts, softeners, and
taglines. The Basic Rigger identifies common load
configurations and positioning and demonstrates
specific knowledge of crane operations, including voice
and radio communications (as defined in ASME B30.2,
ASME B30.3, ASME B30.5, ASME B30.6), personal fall
protection methods, emergency procedures, and
hazards and restrictions with working in proximity to
overhead electric lines and equipment.
Certifying Organization
National Center for Construction Education and Research
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If significant education or training is needed? No
If significant work experience is needed? No
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? No
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No
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Suggested because Basic Rigger applies to Riggers. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
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