Level 2 Award in Rigger
The Level 2 Award in Rigger offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in rigging equipment selection, inspection, load handling, sling configuration, communication and hazard control for routine lifting activities.
About this qualification
The Level 2 Award in Rigger offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in rigging equipment selection, inspection, load handling, sling configuration, communication and hazard control for routine lifting activities.
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:
- Rigging Fundamentals
- Rigger Roles and Responsibilities
- Rigging Hazard Identification
- Risk Assessment
- Slings
- Shackles
- Hooks and Chains
- Hoists
- Rigging Equipment Inspection
- Load Weight
- Centre of Gravity
- Sling Angles
- Load Distribution
- Rigging Plans
- Hand Signals
- Radio Communication
- Knots and Hitches
- Load Security
- Environmental Hazards
- Emergency Procedures
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Riggers
- Rigging Operatives
- Site Personnel
- QA/QC Inspectors
- Safety Officers
- Personnel involved in lifting activities
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop practical rigging competence.
- Strengthen equipment-inspection skills.
- Improve load-handling knowledge.
- Develop sling-angle and load-distribution awareness.
- Improve lifting-team communication.
- Strengthen rigging hazard controls.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Assessment Type: Written examination, practical rigging project and viva.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions, applied case studies, hands-on rigging 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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