Level 1 Award in Rigger
The PIMS Level 1 Award in Rigger develops foundational knowledge and practical awareness for assisting with basic rigging and lifting activities under appropriate supervision.The programme introduces lifting ac...
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Program Overview
The PIMS Level 1 Award in Rigger develops foundational knowledge and practical awareness for assisting with basic rigging and lifting activities under appropriate supervision.
The programme introduces lifting accessories, basic load handling, pre-use inspection, simple rigging configurations, communication, hazard identification and emergency-response awareness.
What You'll Learn
- Introduction to Rigging and Lifting
- Basic Rigging Terminology
- Slings, Shackles and Hooks
- Chains and Lifting Accessories
- Basic Load-Weight Estimation
- Load Balance and Stability
- Pre-Use Equipment Inspection
- Defect Identification
- Safe Equipment Storage
- Basic Rigging Configurations
- Sling-Angle Awareness
- Load Limits
- Hand Signals
- Basic Team Communication
- Rigging Hazard Identification
- Environmental Hazards
- Emergency Response Awareness
- Incident Reporting
Empowering professionals with knowledge, practical understanding and stronger workplace skills.
PIMSWho Should Attend?
This PIMS Level 1 Rigger course is suitable for Entry-Level Riggers, Rigging Helpers, Construction and Industrial Operatives, personnel assisting lifting teams and workers requiring foundational rigging awareness.
Key Benefits
After completing the programme, learners should be better prepared to:
- Develop basic rigging competence
- Strengthen equipment-identification skills
- Improve basic load-handling awareness
- Develop safe communication practices
- Improve pre-use inspection skills
- Strengthen rigging hazard awareness
Assessment & Evaluation
- Assessment Type: Written examination and practical rigging project.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions, applied case studies and hands-on rigging exercises.
- Total Questions: 40 theory questions plus 1 practical project.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 2–4 weeks (40–60 hours total).
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