A basic rigging course is your gateway to exciting opportunities and a crucial step toward becoming a skilled rigger. After successfully completing your dogging course, mastering the fundamentals of rigging opens doors to diverse projects and career advancement.
What is rigging
Rigging is a vital aspect of construction and industrial work, involving the use of mechanical load-shifting equipment and associated gear to move, place, or secure loads. Unlike dogging, where you primarily work on the ground under the hook, rigging takes you into the air. Here’s what sets rigging apart:
- Building Structures: They put together the components that form buildings, bridges, and other infrastructures.
- Advanced Tools: Riggers use a variety of tools beyond slings and chains, including spanners, rattle guns, and an even broader toolkit when you get to an intermediate level.
In essence, while dogmen attach loads to cranes, riggers are responsible for the intricate work of constructing and deconstructing the very frameworks that shape our cities.
What responsibilities will I have with a basic rigging ticket
With a basic rigging ticket, you’ll be qualified to perform tasks that are foundational to construction projects. Your responsibilities include:
- Single Crane Operations: Managing lifts with one crane, ensuring safe and efficient movement of loads.
- Structural Assembly: Assisting in putting together structural components at heights.
- Equipment Handling: Using a variety of tools and equipment, from slings and chains to spanners and rattle guns.
- Safety Compliance: Adhering to safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and understanding hazard controls.
A basic rigging course equips you with the skills to confidently handle these tasks, laying the groundwork for more complex responsibilities in the future.
When should I upskill from basic to intermediate?
Advancing from basic to intermediate rigging depends on your career goals and readiness to take on more complex tasks. Here are some points to consider:
- If you aim to work on larger projects involving dual lifts, multiple cranes, or intricate load movements, an intermediate rigging ticket becomes essential.
- There’s no mandatory time requirement between completing your basic and intermediate courses. You can upskill whenever you’re ready.
- Special job opportunities might require intermediate qualifications. Having your intermediate ticket means you’re prepared when these arise.
- While you’re still in a study frame of mind, doing a back-to-back courses can be advantageous.
Our advice to new riggers
Starting a new career path can be both exciting and challenging. Here’s our heartfelt advice for aspiring riggers:
- Be prepared to begin with entry-level tasks. Gaining practical experience is crucial for skill development and confidence.
- If you’re not comfortable with heights yet, it’s time to start acclimating. Rigging often involves working high above the ground and overcoming this fear is essential.
- Additional qualifications like working at heights and EWP operations not only enhance your safety but also make you more versatile and employable.
Get started with a basic rigging course at Ascent
Kick off your rigging career on the right foot with Ascent Training Solutions. Our basic rigging course is designed to give you a strong foundation in the trade, with expert instructors and top-notch facilities that mirror real-world conditions. Contact Ascent Training Solutions now and enrol in our Basic Rigging course.
