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NCCER Rigger Certification (Basic and Advanced)
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NCCER NCCER Certifications License: Complete Roadmap
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Phase 1: Rigging Safety and HardwareYou are here
Master ASME B30.9 sling criteria, B30.10 hooks, B30.26 hardware, OSHA 1926.1404 qualified rigger, and PPE.
Phase 2: Slings, Hitches, and Sling Angles
Drill vertical/choker/basket/bridle hitches, sling-angle tension factors, and D/d ratio capacity reductions.
Phase 3: Wire Rope, Crane Components, and Reeving
Study wire-rope construction (IWRC vs FC), inspection criteria, reeving, parts of line, and crane safety devices.
Phase 4: Load Calculations and Lift Planning
Practice load-weight estimation, center of gravity, critical-lift criteria, multi-crane lifts, and timed mock written exams.
Can You Take the NCCER Rigger Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Comply with NCCER substance-abuse policy
- •Comply with NCCER code of conduct and testing policies
- •Complete both written and practical components within NCCER's 12-month certification window
NCCER Rigger Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
6-12 weeks for the written and practical components for most prepared candidates
From start to license in hand
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Free NCCER Rigger Prep Tools
Reported exam pass rate: NCCER does not publish a public first-time pass rate for the Rigger written assessment.. Check the exam sponsor for the latest official figure.
100 Practice Questions
Covers ASME B30.9, B30.10, B30.26 inspection, OSHA Subpart CC, sling angles, hitches, and load calculations.
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Aligned to the May 2025 NCCER Rigger assessment specifications and current ASME and OSHA standards.
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What You'll Study
12 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Chapter 1: Overview, Qualifications & Safety Standards
4 sections
Chapter 2: Slings & Hitches
4 sections
Chapter 3: Sling Angles & Tension Calculations
4 sections
Chapter 4: Sling Inspection & Removal Criteria
4 sections
Chapter 5: Rigging Hardware & Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices
4 sections
Chapter 6: Rigging Hardware Connections & Specialty Tools
6 sections
Chapter 7: Wire Rope Construction, Inspection & Reeving
5 sections
Chapter 8: Load Weight Estimation & Center of Gravity
4 sections
Chapter 9: Crane Operations, Safety Devices & Communication
7 sections
Chapter 10: Advanced Rigging Operations & Lateral Movement
5 sections
Chapter 11: Complex Lift Planning & Multi-Crane Lifts
5 sections
Chapter 12: Personnel Hoisting & Site Rigging Management
4 sections
NCCER Rigger Exam Details
NCCER Rigger Certification (Basic and Advanced)
Administered by NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research)
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) content outline
Rigging hardware (slings, hitches, hoisting equipment), sling angles, common hitches, lateral-load movement, special rigging equipment, and ASME B30.9, B30.10, B30.23, and B30.26 standards.
Mobile crane safety operation considerations (pre-lift meeting, power lines, weather), components, safety devices and reeving patterns, lifting capacity, telescopic-boom attachment setup, load charts, leverage, and stability.
Wire-rope inspection, handling and maintenance, reeving wire rope onto load blocks and drums, and wire-rope construction, configurations, and terminations.
Rigging used in lift planning and rigger considerations for personnel hoisting per OSHA 1926.1431 - tested on the Advanced Rigger written assessment.
What's Included
12 Chapters
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What's Next After the NCCER Rigger?
After passing the NCCER Rigger, you can pursue these career paths
NCCER Advanced Rigger
Progress from Basic Rigger to Advanced Rigger - the senior NCCER credential for full-time riggers who plan and execute complex and critical lifts.
NCCCO Rigger Level I and Level II
Stack with NCCCO rigger credentials for portability between contractors that prefer NCCCO certification on OSHA 1926 Subpart CC projects.
NCCO Lift Director / NCCER Signalperson
Lift Director and Signalperson roles are common next steps for experienced riggers moving into crew leadership on construction crane lifts.
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