OPITO Approved - Rigger Competence Assessment (Stage 3)

Course Description

The target group for Rigger Competence Assessment are personnel that wish to become OPITO-certified competent riggers - having successfully completed the OPITO Rigger Initial Training Standard and Rigger Workplace Experience Logbook or possess sufficient and relevant work experience to be eligible for the OPITO Rigger Competence assessment.

N.B. No training is provided in the assessment. Candidates who feel they require additional training should contact us to discuss your options.

Why choose this course?

Internationally recognized certification: The OPITO Rigger Competence Assessment is globally recognized and adhered to by many offshore operators and contracting companies. This certification enhances your competency in handling rigging and lifting operations in the offshore oil and gas industry, as well as in any industry where rigging operations are undertaken, thus increasing your credibility with employers around the world. The assessment is designed to establish that delegates have the required knowledge, understanding, and practical skills to fulfill the role of rigger safely and effectively. Upon successful completion, delegates will be awarded an OPITO-approved Rigger Competence Assessment certificate, which is valid for 2 years

Opportunities to work abroad: The OPITO Rigger Competence Assessment, being internationally recognized, provides ample opportunities for employment overseas. Rigging is an essential offshore skill and competent riggers are often in high demand. Furthermore, OPITO Rigger qualifications are also valid for the wind industry as the Global Wind Organisation (GWO) does not currently have a recognized standard in rigging, thus expanding your potential job horizons to industries beyond oil and gas, like renewable energy. This makes you a more attractive candidate for employers, offering job security rather than just a higher salary.

Job prospects from this training: Rigger Competence Assessment could be particularly relevant for positions involved with the assembly, maintenance, and movement of heavy loads, particularly in offshore environments. This would include, but not necessarily be limited to, roles such as:

Riggers
Offshore Oil and Gas Workers
Wind Industry Workers
Multitasking Roles (e.g., Rigger-Banksman and Slinger, Rigger-Welder, Rigger-Diver)

Who is the course for?

The target group for Rigger Competence Assessment are personnel that wish to become OPITO-certified competent riggers - having successfully completed the OPITO Rigger Initial Training Standard and Rigger Workplace Experience Logbook or possess sufficient and relevant work experience to be eligible for the OPITO Rigger Competence assessment.

N.B. No training is provided in the assessment. Candidates who feel they require additional training should contact us to discuss your options.

What certificate will i receive?

Upon successful completion of the course learners will be awarded with a OPITO Approved Certificate, valid for 2 years.

Certificates can be verified through our website or through the OPITO Vantage System and TRAIN-R App by scanning the QR code on the certificate.

What can the course lead to?

Following the Rigger Competence Assessment, candidates can progress to attend OPITO Lift Planning Training, and with suitable time and experience, OPITO LOLER Competent Person.

OPITO approved training is the global standard for the energy sector. Certification is valid globally, in industries such as oil and gas and renewables and, in combination with other certificated training, can lead to a number of roles.

Visit www.opito.com for more information.

What is the duration of the course?

The optimum ‘contact time’ for this training programme is seen as 16 hours over 2 days.

Optimum contact time is based on the maximum number of learners attending.

What are the entry requirements?

Candidates must possess:

Option 1

(a) (a)A valid OPITO-approved Rigger Initial Training Certificate awarded within the previous 32 months.

And

(b) A fully completed and valid OPITO Rigger Workplace Experience Logbook and supporting evidence for each of the 50 tasks*, based on the OPITO Rigger Initial Training Standard and Rigger Workplace Experience Logbook requirements. The logbook must be signed as true and valid by the employing company head of discipline or the employing company discipline manager and confirmed by the Centre as being present and correct prior to assessment taking place. (b) A fully completed and valid OPITO Rigger Workplace Experience Logbook and supporting evidence for each of the 50 tasks*, based on the OPITO Rigger Initial Training Standard and Rigger Workplace Experience Logbook requirements. The logbook must be signed as true and valid by the employing company head of discipline or the employing company discipline manager and confirmed by the Centre as being present and correct prior to assessment taking place.

*Supporting evidence is not required for learners who completed the Initial Training Standard (previously Stage 1) between February 29th, 2020, and February 28th, 2022.

or

(c) If a learner completed the Initial Training Standard (previously Stage 1) between February 29th, 2020, and February 28th, 2022 and does not have a completed Workplace Experience Logbook, a formal letter from a current employer, meeting the below criteria, may be accepted.

Contact GSS for a copy of the letter template.

What does the course cover?

The aim and objectives of the Rigger competence assessment are to establish that the learner has the required underpinning knowledge, understanding and practical skills to fulfill the role of Rigger safely and effectively.




Course Summary

Unit OIS 202 Plan, Prepare, Lift and Move Loads - Theory

Outcome 1: Preparation for Lifting and Moving Loads

Outcome 2: The Lifting, Moving, Lowering and Landing of a Load.

Unit OIS 200 Plan, Prepare, Lift and Move Loads - Practical

Outcome 1: Preparation for Lifting and Moving Loads

Outcome 2: The Lifting, Moving, Lowering and Landing of a Load.

How is the course assessed?

Theory assessment

Candidates will be required to undertake a written knowledge assessment test.

The knowledge assessment is a ‘closed book’ format. Candidates must achieve a pass mark of 80% or higher of the criteria to successfully complete the knowledge assessment.

Practical Assessment

Each candidate will be expected to lead two lifting operations and assist with two lifting operations. Each lifting operation should be of approximately one and a half hours duration and include rigging activities.

The successful candidate i.e. the candidate that fully meets the knowledge and practical assessment / reassessment standard will then be deemed competent to undertake Rigger operations in the workplace.

Course info

  • Certificate
  • OPITO Certificate - Valid for 2 years
  • Duration
  • 2.0 days
  • Who is it for
  • For personnel that wish to become OPITO-certified competent riggers

Next course starts

09 Oct

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OPITO Rigger Initial Training
OPITO Lift Planning Training
OPITO LOLER Competent Person Competence Assessment

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