Course Overview
The 8 Hour Master Rigger Renewal course is a mandatory refresher for professionals holding a New York City (NYC) Master Rigger license. This course ensures licensees remain current with the latest building codes, rigging standards, and safety protocols while maintaining the skills necessary to safely operate cranes and perform complex rigging operations on construction sites.
This training reinforces essential knowledge on crane operation, rigging procedures, and workplace hazard prevention, enabling participants to meet NYC licensing renewal requirements.
Course Topics
The course covers key areas, including:
Basic building structures and construction principles
Maintenance, inspection, and repair of cranes and ropes
Proper crane setup, assembly, jumping, and disassembly
Reading plans and load charts for rigging operations
Crane operation and signaling techniques
Lifting and lowering loads safely
Use of operational aids and safety devices
Crane and derrick safety protocols and emergency procedures
Rigging requirements and best practices
General construction site hazards and mitigation strategies
Pre-Requisites
Participants must currently hold a Master Rigger’s License to enroll in this course.
Learning Objectives
Upon completing this 8-hour refresher, participants will be able to:
Navigate the NYC Department of Buildings website to access Building Codes, Rules, Bulletins, and applications
Identify rules and regulations implemented after significant construction accidents in NYC
Apply safe work practices and make informed safety decisions on construction sites
Differentiate between OSHA standards and the NYC Building Code
Recognize rigging equipment and associated hazards
Analyze common causes of accidents involving cranes and rigging operations
Interpret load charts and perform rigging calculations accurately
Conduct thorough inspections of cranes, ropes, and rigging hardware
Identify critical picks and verify rigging documentation
Course Materials
All necessary course materials, including manuals and reference guides, will be provided during training.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Participants who complete the course requirements are eligible for 0.8 CEUs.
Course Duration
8 instructional hours (excluding breaks)
This refresher equips Master Riggers with the knowledge and skills to operate cranes safely, remain compliant with NYC regulations, and maintain high standards of workplace safety on construction projects.
