Construction Industry Training Network (CITN)

Level 1 Rigger Certification Course (Fulford Certification)
Gold Seal: 2 Credits

This training program is conducted through Bigfoot Crane Academy and is supported by Fulford, and BC Crane Safety

 

Date
Monday, May 5th, 2025
Location
Bigfoot Crane Company Inc
2170 Carpenter St.
Abbotsford, BC
V2T 6B4
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Registration Deadline
Thursday, May 1st, 2025
Event Description

Taught by an accomplished crane instructor and Rigger Certifier, the Level 1 Rigger Certification Course combines in-class content with practical experience. In this 1-day course, participants receive classroom theory and hands-on practical training including calculating load weights, finding load center of gravity, rigging loads, and making actual crane lifts giving directions to the crane operator.  The Level 1 Training Program aims to equip all participants for a safe career as a safe, knowledgeable, and confident rigger.

 

The training will be followed by a written exam and a one-on-one hands-on assessment by the instructor who is a Rigger Certifier. The instructor will provide feedback on each participant’s skills, giving successful participants a Level 1 Rigger Certificate of Competence valid for 5 years.   

 

Upon successful completion, participants are fully prepared to be a competent rigger on any job site.

 

Course Outline

  • Crane and hoisting hand signals
  • Load weight estimation
  • Location of the load center of gravity (COG)
  • Rigging hardware and appropriate uses
  • Rigging hardware inspection and rejection criteria (regulations vary by jurisdiction)
  • Use of rigging tables to select appropriate hardware for hoisting
  • Sling angle capacity calculation
  • Care and storage of rigging hardware
  • Common hazards and safety around cranes and overhead hoists
  • Lift planning and advanced topics awareness

 Entrance requirements

  • Adequate strength
  • Fluent English
  • Good reading comprehension

 Assessment

  • A written exam
  • A hands-on assessment 

 Certificate

 

After being certified as a Level 1 Rigger you will receive a Fulford Cranesafe picture ID wallet card valid for 5 years. 

 

Want to learn more about Fulford Certification, click here!  

 

Prerequisites

 

There are no prerequisites for this course, however, it is advised that participants should meet the following requirements: 

  • Adequate strength
  • Fluent English
  • Good reading comprehension

Watch a video on this training here!

Contact & Support

For support or inquiries, please email [email protected] or call 604-293-2339.

Pricing
All prices in Canadian dollars
Ticket Price
Attendee Registration for Workshop
BC Road Builders Member $950.00
CITN Member $950.00
ICBA Member $950.00
Non-Member $1200.00
Agenda
7:30am - 4:00pm
Workshop
Presented By:

Trenton Grover – Lead Instructor

 

Details
Additional Information

The required PPE for Level 1 rigging includes:

  • Hard hat
  • Steel-toe boots
  • Safety vest
  • Gloves
  • Pants (especially during summer)
Cancellation &
Refund Policy

COURSE REGISTRATION CANCELLATIONS, TRANSFERS & REFUNDS:

 

Cancellations received at least 7 business days prior to the course will result in a full refund.

 

Registrants who do not show up for a course, and/or who do not notify CITN at least 7 full business days prior to the course date will be assessed the full cost of the course. There will be no refunds or credits or transfers in this case.

 

No refund or course credit will be issued for participants that are more than 15 minutes late for class, or that arrive with improper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

 

Substitution of attendees is permitted up to and including the day of the course.

 

COURSE CANCELLATION BY CITN:

 

CITN may have to postpone or cancel courses due to insufficient enrolment, in which case CITN’s liability will be limited to a refund of the registration fee.

 
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