This course will cover rigging, wire rope construction, hardware inspection, knot tying and splicing, sling configurations, calculations for sling tension and signaling requirements. Course session will include hands-on rigging with a hydraulic crane using hand signals and voice commands with a 2-way radio. A UBC Rigger and Signaler Qualification will be issued upon successful completion of both written and hands-on tests.
Tools and/or supplies needed: Hard hat, clear safety glasses, work boots, pen/pencil, notebook and highlighter.
Course Length: | 40 hours |
Designed for Craft: | Carpenters, Concrete Form Builders, Millwrights, and Pile Drivers |
Pre-requisites: | No pre-requisite required at this time. |
Upon Completion: | Your UBC Training Verification wallet card will be updated indicating a Rigger and Signaler Qualification. |
Certificate Type: | This is a qualification issued by the United Brotherhood of Carpenters (UBC). |
Certificate Expires: | Four (4) years from date of course completion. No Grace Period for this Qualification. |
Refresher Requirement: | Before the Qualification expires, you will need to take the Rigger and Signaler Qualification Refresher class. |