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Key Facts: NCCCO Rigger Level II Exam

50

Written Questions

CCO Rigger Candidate Handbook, January 2025

60 min

Written Time Limit

CCO Rigger Candidate Handbook, January 2025

34%

Equipment Selection Weight

CCO Level II written outline

Level I

Required for Valid Level II

CCO Rigger certification requirements

5 years

Certification Validity

CCO Rigger certification guidance

4 weeks

Minimum Same-Written-Exam Retest Wait

CCO written-testing instructions

Source check: October 10, 2026. CCO Rigger Level II has a 50-question, 60-minute written examination and separate level-lift/frame-rotation practical tasks. Valid Level II certification requires current Level I certification. Equipment selection accounts for 34% of the written blueprint. The guide teaches the named equipment, consistent force calculations and applicable inspection and operating provisions.

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1Per OSHA's general critical-lift triggers cited by NCCCO, which lift parameter alone is MOST likely to require a written critical-lift plan?
A.Any lift performed indoors
B.A lift in which the load exceeds 75% of the crane's rated capacity for that configuration
C.A lift of less than 1,000 pounds
D.A lift performed before 7 a.m.
Explanation: A widely used critical-lift trigger is exceeding roughly 75% of the crane's rated capacity for the actual configuration. Site or owner policies can be more conservative, but capacity utilization is the classic threshold that pushes a routine pick into the critical-lift category requiring a written plan, engineering review, and a pre-lift meeting.
2A symmetrical rectangular load weighs 20,000 lb and is lifted by a 4-leg bridle. For capacity calculations per ASME B30.9 guidance, how many legs should the rigger assume share the load?
A.All four legs equally
B.Three legs
C.Two legs
D.One leg
Explanation: ASME B30.9 instructs that for a 4-leg bridle the rigger should treat the load as if only three legs carry the load, because manufacturing tolerances and slight differences in leg length mean two legs typically take most of the weight. Using three legs in the math builds in margin and matches industry practice unless a leveling device is used.
3Two cranes lift one load in a tandem (multi-crane) lift. A common engineered de-rating practice limits each crane to what percentage of its single-crane rated capacity?
A.100%
B.90%
C.75%
D.50%
Explanation: Tandem and multi-crane lifts typically de-rate each crane to about 75% of its single-crane rated capacity to account for load-sharing imbalances, dynamic effects, and synchronization risk. A qualified lift engineer can specify a different value, but 75% is the widely taught planning baseline that Level II candidates must recognize.
4A 10,000-lb load is supported by a 2-leg bridle with each leg at 60 degrees from horizontal. What is the tension in EACH sling leg?
A.About 2,887 lb
B.About 5,000 lb
C.About 5,774 lb
D.About 8,660 lb
Explanation: Tension per leg = (load / number of legs) divided by sin(angle). T = (10,000 / 2) / sin 60 = 5,000 / 0.866 = 5,774 lb. At 60 degrees the tension is only slightly above the vertical share. As the angle drops, tension climbs sharply, which is why Level II riggers must compute, not estimate, sling tension on critical lifts.
5A wire rope sling is bent around a load with a D/d ratio of 1:1 (sling diameter equals the bend diameter). Compared with its straight-pull rated capacity, the sling's working capacity drops to approximately:
A.100%
B.85%
C.75%
D.50%
Explanation: Per common wire rope sling manufacturer charts, a D/d ratio of 1:1 reduces a wire rope sling's rated capacity to about 50%, while a D/d of 25:1 preserves roughly 100%. Sharp bends crush rope strands, concentrate stress, and shorten fatigue life, so Level II planning should specify softeners, larger pins, or shackle bows that restore D/d.
6On a personnel-hoisting lift under OSHA 1926.1431, what is required BEFORE the platform carries personnel for the first time at the site?
A.A trial lift and a proof test of the platform
B.Only a daily inspection
C.A radio check and a signed waiver
D.A second crane standing by
Explanation: OSHA 1926.1431 requires both a trial lift, performed with the platform empty over the planned route, and a proof test of the platform to 125% of the platform's rated capacity before personnel are hoisted. The trial lift confirms clearances, swing, and communication, and the proof test validates the platform and rigging connection.
7Per ASME B30.20, an engineered below-the-hook lifting device must be proof tested by the manufacturer to what percentage of its rated load?
A.100%
B.110%
C.125%
D.150%
Explanation: ASME B30.20 requires manufacturers of below-the-hook lifting devices to proof test each unit to 125% of its rated load before first use and after structural repair. The capacity tag must remain legible, and any modification triggers re-engineering and another proof test. Level II riggers verify the tag and inspection record before use.
8Which lifting device is BEST described as a compression member with slings angled down from each end to the load?
A.Lifting beam
B.Spreader bar
C.C-hook
D.Sheave block
Explanation: A spreader bar is a compression member: the two top slings come together at the hook and the bottom slings angle outward to the load, putting the bar in pure compression. A lifting beam is a bending member with multiple top connections and vertical slings to the load. Selection depends on headroom and the load's required pick geometry.
9A non-symmetrical load is suspected to have its center of gravity (CG) significantly off-center. The MOST reliable Level II response is to:
A.Use shorter slings and hope the load levels
B.Calculate the CG from the engineered drawings and adjust sling lengths so each leg carries its proportional share
C.Use four equal-length slings regardless of CG
D.Skip the lift plan because the load is small
Explanation: When the CG is off-center, equal-length sling legs cause unequal loading; the leg closest to the CG carries more weight, and the far leg may unload entirely. The Level II response is to determine the CG from drawings or a controlled test lift and use unequal sling lengths or an adjustable rigging system so each leg shares the load proportionally.
10Which document is the central deliverable that defines a critical lift before the crane is dispatched to position?
A.A verbal toolbox talk
B.A written critical-lift plan with weight, CG, rigging, crane configuration, environmental limits, and contingency procedures
C.A photo of the load
D.A copy of the operator's license
Explanation: A critical-lift plan documents load weight and CG, rigging selection and capacity, crane configuration and chart, ground bearing strategy, wind and weather limits, communications, lift director and signal-person roles, and contingency steps. It is signed by a qualified person and reviewed in a pre-lift meeting before the crane begins setup.

About the NCCCO Rigger Level II Exam

CCO Rigger Level II assesses load characteristics, rigging planning, component selection, technical provisions, inspection and execution, including calculated rigging for unfamiliar loads. Certification does not itself appoint the holder as operator, engineer or lift director.

Exam sponsor: CCO: Online Proctored Testing (OPT), Test Center Testing (TCT) or Event Online Testing (EOT) for written testing; Level II practical testing at approved sites.. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

50-question written examination in 60 minutes plus a separate Level II practical examination; valid Level II certification requires current Level I certification.

Time Limit

60 minutes

Passing Score

CCO uses criterion-referenced scoring; the current reviewed Rigger handbook and written-testing guidance do not publish a numerical Level II cut score.

Exam / Certification Fees

$105 written + $95 practical ($200 in CCO fees for one initial Level II attempt); Level I, training, travel and practical-site charges are additional.

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Reported exam pass rate: The reviewed CCO Rigger handbook and current exam instructions do not provide a Level II first-time written pass-rate figure.. Exam sponsor website

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Our practice resources: topics covered

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15%

Scope of the Rigging Activity

Establish load weight, dimensions, center of gravity, lifting points, composition and integrity; assess route, final stability, special handling and hazards.

15%

Planning the Rigging Activity

Determine equipment requirements and lifting characteristics, assign signalperson/operator/lift-director duties, calculate forces and prepare written rigging plans.

34%

Selection of Rigging Components

Select all six sling families, hardware, blocks, hoists, rollers, A-frames, trolleys, clamps, jacks, protection, beams, vacuum/mechanical devices, magnets and grapples.

13%

Technical Knowledge

Apply non-inspection provisions of ASME B30.5, B30.9, B30.10, B30.20 and B30.26, plus OSHA 1910.184, 1926.251 and 1926.1431.

10%

Inspection

Apply frequent and periodic inspection provisions for slings, hooks, hardware and below-the-hook devices, including applicable OSHA requirements and records.

13%

Execution of Rigging Activity

Assemble and use rigging and lifting devices, perform controlled load rotation, secure the load, and safely remove and stow equipment.

Preparing for the NCCCO Rigger Level II Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: CCO uses criterion-referenced scoring; the current reviewed Rigger handbook and written-testing guidance do not publish a numerical Level II cut score.
  • Assessment: 50-question written examination in 60 minutes plus a separate Level II practical examination; valid Level II certification requires current Level I certification.
  • Time limit: 60 minutes
  • Exam / certification fees: $105 written + $95 practical ($200 in CCO fees for one initial Level II attempt); Level I, training, travel and practical-site charges are additional. Official sources

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NCCCO Rigger Level II: Suggested Study Strategy

1Use the current six-domain outline; equipment selection is 34% and includes more than common wire, chain and web slings.
2Mark whether sling angles are measured from horizontal or vertical; use the appropriate vertical reaction and angle factor for each leg.
3For an offset CG, calculate reactions by moments and verify that both sling triangles meet the same hook in the stated geometry.
4Use the manufacturer’s actual multi-leg assembly rating and sharing assumptions; do not assume four legs divide weight equally.
5Distinguish sling WLL, block resultant, lifting-point strength and crane chart capacity; count each applicable suspended item once.
6Study inspection criteria with their source and component scope; do not substitute one generic wear percentage for all equipment.
7For multiple-crane operations, evaluate each crane’s changing reaction and radius under the approved plan; OSHA does not prescribe a universal 75% tandem limit.
8Keep field manufacturer requirements separate from the practical examination’s hand-tightening and no-softener course rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current NCCCO Rigger Level II written exam format?

The CCO Rigger Level II written examination contains 50 multiple-choice questions with a 60-minute time limit. The January 2025 handbook permits a calculator; current written-testing instructions specify an on-screen four-function calculator. Initial certification also requires the Level II practical examination.

Do I need Level I certification for Rigger Level II?

Valid CCO Rigger Level II certification requires current Rigger Level I certification. Level I and II testing may be taken concurrently, but Level I requirements must be completed before Level II certification is valid. Candidates must also meet the age, substance-abuse and ethics requirements.

What is the passing score for Rigger Level II?

CCO uses criterion-referenced scoring; the current reviewed Rigger handbook and written-testing guidance do not publish a numerical Level II cut score. OpenExamPrep practice percentages are study diagnostics and do not establish the official passing standard.

How much does Rigger Level II testing cost?

CCO lists $105 for the Rigger Level II written examination and $95 for its practical examination, totaling $200 in CCO fees for one attempt. Level I testing, training, travel and additional practical-site charges are separate. Verify the current fee page and chosen site before scheduling.

How should I plan study time for Level II?

An experienced Level I rigger can use the suggested 50-hour study path as a planning estimate, adjusting it for equipment and calculation gaps. Give equipment selection the largest allocation because it is 34% of the written blueprint. Add supervised preparation for the practical level lift and controlled 90-degree frame rotation.

What happens after a failed written exam?

Candidates must reapply and pay the applicable retest fee. CCO’s current written-testing guidance requires at least four weeks before retaking the same written examination. Initial corresponding written and practical passes must also satisfy the 12-month completion window.

How long is certification valid, and which references should I use?

CCO Rigger certification is valid for five years; recertification is completed in the final 12 months without an expiration grace period. Level II recertification uses a written examination rather than a practical retest. Use the current Rigger handbook, Level II outline, CCO-listed ASME study references and applicable OSHA regulations.