Rigger Practical Exam
Rigger Level I Practical Exam Outline Rigger Level II
The following is an outline of the practical testing procedure for Rigger Level I certification.
CANDIDATE INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS
You must report to the Test Site at the scheduled time. The Test Site Coordinator is responsible for setting the testing schedule. During the Practical Examination, you are under the direction of the Examiner and must follow the Examiner’s directions at all times.
The following sections describe the specific tasks that you will be performing when taking the Rigger Level I Practical Examination. It is important that you understand these instructions. If there is anything you do not understand, please request clarification from the Examiner.
TASKS
The Rigger Level I Practical Exam consists of four tasks:
- Task 1: Pre-Use Rigging Inspection
- Task 2: Rigging Hitches
- Task 3: Rigging Connections
- Task 4: Basic Knots
You will be required to complete all phases of the test in sequence. Once you have completed all of the Practical Exam you must leave the testing area. Only personnel involved in the administration of the test are allowed in the test area.
TIME LIMITS
There are no time limits for the Certified Rigger Level I Practical Examination.
PRE-TEST BRIEFING
Before the test, you will watch a short candidate video or presentation showing all the tasks you will be required to perform during the examination.
CANDIDATE ID AND SIGNATURE
Prior to beginning the examination, the Examiner will ask you for a government-issued photo identification such as a driver’s license.
The Examiner will ask if you have read the Candidate Information and Instructions and will answer any questions you may have. He/she will have you sign the score sheet indicating that you understand the instructions for the test.
TASK 1: PRE-USE RIGGING INSPECTION
• At the Examiner’s indication to start, you will inspect all of the rigging slings and hardware located in front of you. Select those items that meet ASME and OSHA Removal from Service criteria.
• Place the selected items to one side and say “Done” to indicate that you have finished.
• At the Examiner’s indication to start, you will be directed to demonstrate six different hitches.
• After completing each hitch, say “Done” when you are ready to have the hitch evaluated.
• You will rig a single vertical hitch using the 5 ft. web sling and a ?-inch shackle on the eye bolt located on the round tube.
• All other hitches will be rigged around the round tube.
You will have one minute to review the available rigging equipment for this testing session. The rigging has been inspected and is approved for use.
• If your task involves the use of hardware that requires a torque wrench for final tightening, you are only required to secure the hardware to finger-tight condition for the task assignment.
• Softeners are not required for these tasks.
• You will choose three task assignment cards—one of each color—for the three rigging tasks.
• At the Examiner’s indication to start, gather and assemble the rigging materials that are required to complete the assigned task. You will then rig and suspend the 6 in. × 30 in. square aluminum tube, as described on the task assignment card.
• When you have completed your rigging assignment, announce that you are “Done.” The Examiner will evaluate your completed rigging setup.
• You will disassemble the rigging assembly before continuing on to the next rigging assignment.
• At the Examiner’s indication to start, you will tie five different knots using a rope or ropes of different diameters.
• When it is necessary, use the 4 in. round PVC pipe and eye bolt as your anchor point.
• Tie each knot and say “Done” when you are ready to have the knot evaluated.
• Place the tying rope on the table after the last knot has been evaluated.Candidates must demonstrate the following basic knots:
• Sheet bend
• Clove hitch
• Inside bowline
• Square/reef
• Two half hitches
POST TEST PROCEDURES
Once you have completed the Practical Examination:
Once you have completed the Practical Examination:
• The Examiner will complete your score sheet.
• The Examiner is not permitted to review your score sheet or discuss your performance on the test.
• Exam results will be mailed to you within approximately 12 working days of International Assessment Institute’s receipt of the score sheet.
• If you have completed all of your tests, you must leave the Test Site.
Rigger Level II Practical Exam Outline
The following is an outline of the practical testing procedure for Rigger Level II certification.
CANDIDATE INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS
The following sections describe the specific tasks you will be performing when taking the Practical Examination. It is important that you understand these instructions. If there is anything you do not understand, please request clarification from the Examiner.
TASKS
The Level II Practical Exam consists of two tasks that can be performed in either order, as determined by the starting position of the rigging frame.
You must report to the test site at the scheduled time. The Test Site Coordinator is responsible for setting the testing schedule. During the Practical Examination, you are under the direction of the Examiner and must follow the Examiner’s directions at all times.
Once you have completed all of the Practical Exam you must leave the testing area. Only personnel involved in the administration of the test are allowed in the test area.
TIME LIMITS
The Level Lift task has a time limit of 15 minutes and the Rigging Frame Rotation task has a time limit of 30 minutes
PRE-TEST BRIEFING
You will also watch a short candidate video or PowerPoint presentation showing all the tasks you will be required to perform during the examination.
CANDIDATE ID AND SIGNATURE
Prior to beginning the examination, the Examiner will ask you for a government-issued photo identification, such as a driver’s license.
The Examiner will ask if you have read the Candidate Information and Instructions and will answer any questions you may have. He will have you sign the score sheet indicating you understand the instructions for the test.
PRE-TEST FAMILIARIZATION
• All rigging slings and hardware are approved for use and do not require pre-use inspection.
• Torquing of hardware or nuts is not required; hand-tighten these items only.
• Softeners shall not be used or provided for these tasks.
• Do not point-load rigging on the frame.
• Do not apply rigging at less than 30 degrees to the horizontal.
• Any misapplication of slings or hardware during these tasks will result in performance deductions.
• You are not permitted to attach rigging at the center of gravity.
• You may not add, adjust, or remove rigging while the load is suspended.
• A lifting attempt is defined as any movement of the frame from hoisting.
• You are not allowed to climb on the rigging frame.
• The Practical Examiner will remove the blocking when the frame is suspended.
• A digital level may be used during these tasks.
• At the conclusion of each task, breakdown all rigging components and return them to the rigging table.
• A maximum of three minutes will be permitted to evaluate the rigging gear used for these tasks. A laminated picture of the Rigging Frame and a grease pencil will be provided for your use.
• If you are ready in less than three (3) minutes, please indicate that you are ready to begin.
• At Examiner’s indication to start, at which point timing begins, select and then apply slings and/or hardware to attachment points of your choice on the rigging frame in order to hoist the load and execute a level lift.
• You are permitted a maximum of two lifting attempts to achieve a position that is within two degrees of true level. A measurement of greater than two degrees on your final attempt will result in a performance deduction.
• If you are unsuccessful in your first attempt, you must return to the original starting position before starting a second attempt.
• You must use at least three, but no more than four sling legs on the rigging frame.• When you have completed this task say “Done.” Your rigging set-up will then be evaluated.
• You will have a maximum time of 15 minutes to complete this task.
• The Examiner will indicate when there are ten, five, and one minute(s) remaining for this task.
• At the Examiner’s indication to start, at which point timing begins, select and then apply slings and/or hardware to attachment points of your choice on the rigging frame. You must lift the frame clear of the ground and rotate the load 90 degrees under control.
• You are permitted a maximum of three attempts to rotate the frame to a position that is within six degrees of true level. A measurement of greater than six degrees on your final attempt will result in a performance deduction.
• A rope tied on the frame indicates which side must be in the final “up” position.
• If you are unsuccessful during any rotation attempt, you must return to the original starting position before attempting the next rotation.
• If the frame touches the ground during the first or second rotation attempt, you must return to the original starting position before attempting the next rotation.
• You must initiate this task with a minimum of three slings but no more than four, and you must have tension on at least two pick points at the end of the task.
• When you have completed this task say “Done.” Your rigging setup will then be evaluated.
• You will have a maximum time of 30 minutes to complete this task.
• The Examiner will indicate when there are ten, five, and one minute(s) remaining for this task.
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