Courses · Equipment & Operator · In person
Rigging and Signalling
A one-day Rigging and Signalling (Level 1) course that teaches workers the knowledge and practical skills to safely plan and control basic lifting operations with hoisting equipment. Participants are trained and assessed on load calculations, rigging selection and inspection, and safe communication with operators.
What you’ll learn
- Plan and prepare basic lifting operations
- Select and inspect rigging equipment
- Calculate and verify load forces
- Communicate safely with operators using hand signals
Who it’s for
- Industrial workers performing basic rigging and signalling in BC and Alberta
What you’ll cover
- Load weight estimation and calculation
- Centre of gravity identification
- Sling angles and load force effects
- Working Load Limit verification
- Hitch configurations and rigging selection
- Rigging hardware inspection
- Hazard identification during lifting
- Tag line use and load control
- Exclusion zone establishment
- Standard crane hand signals and communication
Completion & certification
To receive your credentials you must attend and complete the entirety of the course and complete all the necessary components as required by the course provider.
- You receiveAlpha Certificate of Completion
- ValidityValid for 3 years
- DeliveryIn person · 1 day in person
- JurisdictionBC & AB
Upcoming dates
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Common questions
Who is rigging and signalling training for?
Industrial workers performing basic rigging and signalling in BC and Alberta.
How long is rigging and signalling training good for?
Alpha lists this course as valid for 3 years. No official expiry was found for rigging and signalling training, but most certificates show 3 years. Go by the date on your certificate and your employer's rules. Check your own dates →
How long does the rigging and signalling training course take?
Up to 1 day in person.
How is the course delivered?
It's delivered in person over 1 day, instructor-led and assessed in person.
Can rigging and signalling training be done online?
We run this course in person only.
Can you deliver this course on-site for our crew?
Yes. Any course in our catalogue can run at your yard, camp, or office anywhere in BC and Alberta — based in Fort St. John, we travel province-wide. Request an on-site quote for group pricing.
How much does rigging and signalling training cost?
$449 + GST per person. Group and on-site rates are available on request.