NCCCO Rigger & Signalperson Certification

Understanding the four fundamental hitch configurations, their capacity factors, and when to use each type.

How sling angle affects tension, calculating leg loads, the critical D/d ratio, and minimum angle requirements.

Proper sling inspection criteria, storage practices, edge protection, UV/chemical damage, and tag requirements.

Proper use and inspection of shackles, hooks, master links, eye hooks, plate clamps, and connecting hardware per ASME B30.26.

Characteristics, inspection criteria, and limitations of wire rope, alloy chain, and synthetic web/round slings.

Controlling loads with taglines, balancing CG, using spreader bars, choker placement, and rigging cylindrical/irregular loads.

ASME B30.5 standard hand signals for hoist, lower, boom, swing, travel, stop, and dog everything commands.

Voice signal procedures, radio communication requirements, backup plans, signalperson transfer, and unclear signal protocols.

Critical lift planning, personnel platforms, electrical hazards, line of fire awareness, shock loads, and rigging plan documentation.