Level 2 Award in Rig Safety
The Level 2 Award in Rig Safety offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in monitoring safety during rigging and lifting operations. The course focuses on equipment safety, hazard identification, risk assessment, safe rigging practices, communication and emergency response...
About this qualification
The Level 2 Award in Rig Safety offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in monitoring safety during rigging and lifting operations. The course focuses on equipment safety, hazard identification, risk assessment, safe rigging practices, communication and emergency response.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- Rig Safety Fundamentals
- Rigging Equipment Safety
- Slings and Shackles
- Hooks and Chains
- Equipment Inspection
- Defect Identification
- Rigging Hazard Identification
- Risk Assessment
- Unsafe Practices
- Environmental Risks
- Safe Sling Configurations
- Sling Angles
- Load Security
- PPE Requirements
- Safety Briefings
- Team Coordination
- Emergency Response
- Incident Reporting
- Safety Monitoring
- Corrective Actions
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Rigging Operatives
- Rigging Supervisors
- Lifting-Team Personnel
- Safety Officers
- QA/QC Inspectors
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop rig-safety awareness.
- Strengthen rigging hazard identification.
- Improve equipment-safety checks.
- Develop emergency-response knowledge.
- Improve team safety communication.
- Strengthen corrective-action practices.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Assessment Type: Written examination, practical safety-inspection project and viva.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions, applied case studies, hands-on safety project and oral defence.
- Total Questions: 60 theory questions plus 1 practical project and 1 viva.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 4–6 weeks (80–100 hours total).
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