Level 3 Award in Rigger
The Level 3 Award in Rigger offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in planning rigging activities, selecting lifting accessories, slinging and signalling, inspecting rigging equipment and controlling loads during routine and more complex lifting operations.
About this qualification
The Level 3 Award in Rigger offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in planning rigging activities, selecting lifting accessories, slinging and signalling, inspecting rigging equipment and controlling loads during routine and more complex lifting operations.
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-Operation Planning
- Lift Sequencing
- Resource Allocation
- Slinging Techniques
- Banksman and Signalling Duties
- Hand Signals
- Radio Communication
- Slings and Shackles
- Hooks and Chains
- Lifting-Accessory Selection
- Safe Load Movement
- Load Stability
- Equipment Inspection
- Defect Identification
- Sling Angles
- Centre of Gravity
- Chain Blocks
- Lever Hoists
- Rigging at Height
- Fall-Protection Awareness
- Multi-Leg Sling Arrangements
- Confined-Space Rigging Awareness
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Intermediate Riggers
- Lifting Operatives
- Rigging-Team Personnel
- QA/QC Inspectors
- Safety Officers
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop independent rigging competence.
- Strengthen slinging and signalling skills.
- Improve lifting-accessory selection.
- Develop equipment-inspection competence.
- Improve load-movement control.
- Strengthen rigging-at-height awareness.
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: 80 theory questions plus 1 practical project and 1 viva.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 6–8 weeks (120–150 hours total).
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