Level 3 Award in Rigging and Lifting

The Level 3 Award in Rigging and Lifting develops the knowledge and practical competence required to plan and conduct lifting operations safely. Learners study equipment selection, load calculations, communication, advanced rigging techniques, regulatory compliance, risk controls, and emergency response.

1. Understand rigging and lifting fundamentals
2. Select and inspect appropriate lifting equipment
3. Use lifting accessories safely
4. Calculate load weights and assess stability
5. Apply recognised signalling and communication methods
6. Conduct lifting risk assessments
7. Plan and perform complex rigging activities
8. Interpret relevant industry regulations and standards
9. Respond appropriately to lifting incidents
10. Demonstrate rigging and lifting techniques practically

• Riggers and lifting personnel
• Construction and industrial workers
• Supervisors responsible for lifting operations
• Safety officers and heavy-industry managers
• Individuals developing advanced rigging skills

• Understand safe rigging and lifting principles.
• Inspect and select suitable lifting equipment.
• Complete accurate load and stability calculations.
• Apply safe communication during lifting activities.
• Identify and control rigging hazards.
• Respond effectively to lifting emergencies.
• Use advanced techniques in practical situations.

Learners may take the assessment after studying the learning content and completing the module quizzes. Questions are selected from an extensive multiple-choice question bank.

Assessment pattern:

• The assessment is open book and must be completed within two hours.
• A minimum score of 70% is required to pass.
• Learners who do not pass may attempt the assessment again.
• No more than three attempts are permitted within a 10-hour period.
• After the third attempt, learners must wait 24 hours before trying again.
• A successful assessment cannot be repeated solely to obtain a higher score.
• No separate programme examination is offered; every required assessment must be passed.