Free NCCCO Rigger Level II Exam Prep
NCCCO Rigger Level II Certification
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Crane and Rigging Handbook: Rigger & Signal Person Field Reference: Illustrated Hand Signals, Sling Angles, Load Charts, ASME B30 Inspection, NCCCO-Aligned Certification Prep & 500+ Practice Questions
By McCabe, Raymond T
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Load and Lift PlanningYou are here
Identify load characteristics, hazards, team roles and written-plan conditions for unfamiliar rigging activities.
Force Calculations
Practice balanced and off-center reactions, physically compatible sling geometry, block resultants and crane load inventories.
Equipment Selection and Use
Compare all six sling families and the blueprint’s hardware, hoists, clamps, jacks, magnets, vacuum devices and grapples.
Technical Rules and Inspection
Study the named ASME/OSHA provisions, component-specific removal criteria and personnel-hoisting requirements.
Timed Review and Practical Preparation
Complete 50-question, 60-minute written practice sets and arrange supervised preparation for the level-lift and frame-rotation tasks.
Can You Take the NCCCO Rigger Level II Exam?
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- •Current Level I certification is required for valid Level II certification; concurrent testing is permitted.
- •Comply with CCO’s substance-abuse policy.
- •Comply with CCO’s code of ethics.
NCCCO Rigger Level II Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
Suggested schedule: 4–8 weeks for an experienced Level I rigger, adjusted to identified knowledge gaps and practical-test availability.
From start to license in hand
Exam Provider
CCO: Online Proctored Testing (OPT), Test Center Testing (TCT) or Event Online Testing (EOT) for written testing; Level II practical testing at approved sites.
Retake Policy
Reapply and pay the relevant retest fee after failure. CCO requires a minimum four-week wait before retaking the same written examination; practical retests follow the practical procedures and site arrangements.
Total Cost Breakdown
Free NCCCO Rigger Level II Prep Tools
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Section Practice Checks
Apply component ratings, consistent force geometry and inspection decisions after each lesson.
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2026 Source Check
Exam logistics and named technical provisions were independently checked against CCO and OSHA sources on October 10, 2026.
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What You'll Study
21 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Certification and Exam Preparation
3 sections
Identify and Measure the Load
3 sections
Center of Gravity and Support Geometry
3 sections
Route and Site Hazards
3 sections
Team Duties and Communications
3 sections
Equipment Requirements and Lift Planning
3 sections
Balanced Sling Forces
3 sections
Composite and Unequal Loads
3 sections
Wire Rope, Chain and Metal Mesh Slings
3 sections
Synthetic Rope, Web and Roundslings
3 sections
Hitch Application and Sling Protection
3 sections
Shackles, Hooks and Collector Hardware
3 sections
Threaded Points and Adjustable Hardware
3 sections
Compression Hardware and Rigging Blocks
3 sections
Manual, Lever and Powered Hoists
3 sections
Jacks, Rollers and Portable Supports
3 sections
Structural Lifters and Clamps
3 sections
Mechanical, Vacuum and Magnetic Devices
3 sections
Inspection, Removal and Records
3 sections
Lift Control, Rotation and Completion
3 sections
Technical Standards and Crane Capacity
3 sections
NCCCO Rigger Level II Exam Details
NCCCO Rigger Level II Certification
Administered by CCO (National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators)
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official CCO (National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators) content outline
Establish load weight, dimensions, center of gravity, lifting points, composition and integrity; assess route, final stability, special handling and hazards.
Determine equipment requirements and lifting characteristics, assign signalperson/operator/lift-director duties, calculate forces and prepare written rigging plans.
Select all six sling families, hardware, blocks, hoists, rollers, A-frames, trolleys, clamps, jacks, protection, beams, vacuum/mechanical devices, magnets and grapples.
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.
Apply frequent and periodic inspection provisions for slings, hooks, hardware and below-the-hook devices, including applicable OSHA requirements and records.
Assemble and use rigging and lifting devices, perform controlled load rotation, secure the load, and safely remove and stow equipment.
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What's Next After the NCCCO Rigger Level II?
After passing the NCCCO Rigger Level II, you can pursue these career paths
Lift Director
Rigging calculations support lift coordination, but CCO Lift Director certification and task-specific qualifications require their own assessment.
Crane Inspector
A separate crane-inspection qualification develops equipment inspection knowledge; Level II rigging certification does not itself qualify a crane inspector.
Mobile Crane Operator
Rigging knowledge helps communicate load and connection requirements to the operator; crane operation requires separate equipment-specific qualifications.
NCCCO Rigger Level II Exam FAQ
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