Rigging Fundamentals Course

Build the practical knowledge and foundational skills needed to plan lifts and rig loads safely around cranes and hoisting equipment.

Bigfoot Academy’s Rigging Fundamentals Course combines instructor-led classroom learning with hands-on training. Participants learn how to inspect rigging equipment, estimate load weights, identify a load’s centre of gravity, select appropriate slings and hardware, calculate sling capacities, communicate with crane operators, and recognize common lifting hazards.

The course is delivered by an experienced crane and rigging instructor using real-world examples and practical exercises. It is designed to help new and developing riggers make safer decisions and become more confident when supporting lifting operations.

Successful participants receive a Fulford Level 1 Rigger Certificate of Completion Digital Wallet Card, valid for three years.

Course Outline

Morning: Theory Training

The morning portion of the Level 1 Rigging Fundamentals program focuses on classroom theory. This section provides students with the foundational knowledge and practical understanding needed to recognize, understand, and apply safe rigging practices in the workplace.

• Rigging Terminology
• Hand & Radio Signals
• Determining Load Weight
• Determining Load Centre of Gravity
• Knot Tying
• Rigging Inspection
• Slings and Hitches
• Using Rigging Charts
• Sling Tension Calculation + WLL
• Estimating Sling Angles
• Correct Use of Tag Lines
• Lift Planning

Afternoon: Hands-On Training

The hands-on training builds on the theory covered in the Level 1 Rigging Fundamentals program. This practical section gives participants the opportunity to apply their knowledge in a controlled training environment and develop the basic skills required to perform safe rigging tasks on site.

Students will:

• Estimate the weight of actual loads and determine their centre of gravity.
• Develop basic lift plans, select and inspect appropriately rated rigging equipment, and apply suitable hitches for safe load movement.
• Complete site hazard assessments and use standard hand signals and taglines to guide loads safely to their intended locations.
• Receive ongoing instruction and feedback from the Fulford Certified instructor throughout the practical training.

Certificate of Completion

Participants who successfully complete the Rigging Fundamentals training receive a: Fulford Level 1 Rigger Certificate of Completion Digital Wallet Card.

 The Certificate of Completion is valid for three years and confirms that the participant has completed the required Rigging Fundamentals theory and practical skills training.

Entrance requirements

• Adequate strength
• Fluent English
• Good reading comprehension

Location – Courses can be run at our location or yours.

Private Rigging Courses delivered for companies are scheduled on demand.. Classes are a total of 8 hours from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm (with 30 minutes for lunch) from Monday to Friday.

Cancellation and Refund Terms

• More than 5 business days before course start date
  • 100% refund or rescheduling credit will be issued
• Within 3-5 business days of the course start date
  • No refund or 50% of course cost will be credited towards rescheduling.
• No refund or course credit will be issued for
  • Cancellations within 48 hours of the course start date
  • Participants more than 15 minutes late for class
  • Improper clothing or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)