16-Hour Rigging Worker NYC

The 16-Hour Rigging Worker NYC course is designed to prepare construction workers to safely perform rigging and signaling duties related to hoisting and lowering materials on the exterior of buildings. This training focuses on proper equipment use, hazard recognition, and compliance with applicable safety regulations.

Participants in the 16-Hour Rigging Worker NYC course will receive instruction aligned with OSHA requirements, ASME standards, and NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) regulations. The course emphasizes practical safety techniques to reduce job site risks and ensure safe rigging operations in real-world construction environments.

Topics Covered

Overview of rigging safety and job site responsibilities
OSHA policies, ASME standards, and NYC DOB regulations
Visual inspection of rigging equipment
Identification and use of basic crane components
Crane setup fundamentals
Rigging hitches and proper application techniques
Load handling and safe hoisting practices
Hazard recognition and prevention strategies
Communication and signaling during rigging operations

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this 16-Hour Rigging Worker NYC course, students will be able to:

• Recognize rigging-related hazards and apply preventive safety measures
• Inspect rigging equipment in compliance with OSHA and ASME standards
• Identify equipment capacities, hitch configurations, and basic knots
• Calculate load weight and determine the center of gravity
• Understand and apply standard signaling methods used in rigging operations

CEUs

1.6 CEUs

CEU Requirements

To receive CEU credit and successfully complete the 16-Hour Rigging Worker NYC course, students must:

• Attend 100 percent of the 16-hour training
• Complete the Continuing Education and Training Registration Form
• Actively participate in all class exercises, as determined by the instructor
• Complete all required pre- and post-course quizzes
• Achieve the minimum passing score on the end-of-course examination (if applicable)
• Submit the end-of-course evaluation form with their name included