30 Hour Master Rigger

Course Overview

The 30 Hour Master Rigger course is a comprehensive safety and skills training program required for individuals seeking a Special Rigger license through the New York City (NYC) Department of Buildings (DOB). This course is essential for anyone responsible for the safe use of suspended scaffolding, hoisting equipment, and rigging operations on construction sites.

Participants will gain practical knowledge and hands-on experience in rigging safety, hazard prevention, and regulatory compliance, preparing them to operate safely and efficiently in complex construction environments.

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this program include:

• Introduction to special rigging and industry best practices

• Analysis of rigging accidents and preventive measures

• Fall protection requirements and safety procedures

• OSHA Subpart CC regulations for cranes and derricks

• Overview of NYC Building Code applicable to rigging and suspended scaffolding

• Basic plan reading and understanding rigging symbols

• Design criteria, rigging calculations, and factors of safety

• Inspection, maintenance, and repair of rigging hardware and ropes

• Hoisting equipment, suspension methods, and setup techniques

• Safe lifting and lowering of loads

• Suspended working platform operations

• Handling of hazardous, flammable, and caustic materials

• Proper record keeping and log documentation

Pre-Requisites

• There are no pre-requisites for enrolling in this course.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Differentiate between OSHA standards and NYC Building Code requirements

• Identify rigging equipment, recognize associated hazards, and implement safety measures

• Analyze common causes of accidents in hoisting and rigging operations

• Recognize unsafe conditions with load binders and other rigging hardware

• Apply safe working practices and develop effective emergency procedures

• Inspect rigging hardware and evaluate its condition for safe use

• Understand proper use and limitations of rigging equipment (wire rope, synthetic slings, shackles, eyebolts, hooks, etc.)

• Apply correct hand signals during lifting operations

• Recognize suspension methods and proper setup for rigging operations

• Perform rigging calculations including load measurement, geometry, leverage, friction, fulcrum, center of gravity, and uniform/concentrated loading

Course Materials

All training materials, including manuals and reference guides, will be provided to participants.

Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

• 3.0 CEUs awarded upon successful completion of course requirements

Course Duration

• 30 instructional hours (excluding scheduled breaks)

This course prepares participants to safely manage rigging operations, comply with NYC regulations, and ensure safe and efficient hoisting and suspended scaffolding practices on construction sites.