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Equip your team with the skills and certifications to meet the highest industry standards. NCCER’s Rigger & Signal Person Certification Programs, developed with industry experts, is designed to enhance safety, validate competency and improve job performance.
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Rigger & Signal Person Certifications
NCCER’s Rigger & Signal Person Certification Programs includes assessments and practical exams that meet or exceed ASME B30 and OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926 Subpart CC standards.
Candidates meeting the certification requirements will be granted certified status for five years from the issuance of certification.
Certification Requirements
General certification requirements are available in our Rigger, Advanced Rigger and Signal Person Handbook.
See individual certification specifications below:
Rigger
This certification is for entry-level Riggers, or a skilled craft professional who incorporates rigging into their job responsibilities but does not specialize in it.
Ideal For:
- Craft professionals
- New hires seeking foundational rigging skills
Rigger Specifications: Download
Advanced Rigger
This certification is for Riggers who have extensive experience applying core and advanced rigging practices and includes working with cranes.
Ideal For:
- Experienced riggers
- Companies seeking to validate advanced rigging competencies
Advanced Rigger Specifications: Download
Signal Person
This certification is for construction professionals who must be proficient in the use of hand and verbal signals during hoisting activities.
Ideal For:
- Craft professionals supporting crane operations
- Rigging crew members needing signaling certification
- Employers seeking OSHA-compliant signalers
Signal Person Specifications: Download
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- Industry-Recognized Compliance –Meet or exceed current ASME and OSHA regulations.
- Expert-Driven – The highest quality testing nationwide, developed in collaboration with industry leaders to ensure best practices and the latest safety standards.
- Unmatched Support – Personalized support from our Workforce Development team ensures seamless onboarding process.
- Gap Analysis Report: Each assessment includes a personalized gap analysis to identify improvement areas and guide targeted skill development.
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Become an Accredited Provider
Rigger & Signal Person Certifications are only offered through Endorsed Accredited Assessment Programs. By becoming a provider, it allows companies to offer journey-level knowledge and performance testing to employees, members, and the public.
Benefits of becoming an accredited provider:
- Offer In-House Certifications: Certify your workforce on-site, reducing downtime.
- Expand Service Offerings: Attract new business with industry-recognized certifications.
- Enhance Safety & Compliance: Stay compliant with OSHA and ASME regulations.
- Gain a Competitive Edge: Stand out in bids and contracts by showcasing certified expertise.
Get your crew certified. Find a program in your area.
Explore organizations offering Crane, Rigger & Signal Person Certification Program assessments and practical examinations to the public. Contact providers directly for details on dates, locations, and cost.
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customer support at 888-622-3720.
Contributing Subject Matter Experts
Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) are a vital part of NCCER’s program development process. We would like to thank the following SMEs for writing and reviewing the course materials, providing job site photos, giving us permission to share their content, creating videos and sharing their expertise. You are the heart of this program, and we appreciate your drive and passion to help NCCER certify the next generation rigger & signal person.
- David D Applegate, Operation Trainer
TNT Crane & Rigging - Mark Bakeman, HS&E District Industrial Manager
Sundt Construction - Ted L Blanton, Instructor, Inspector, and Consultant
OGR Consulting Services, LLC - Chris Calderon, Crane & Rigging Superintendent C&R-SME
Bechtel Construction Operations - William Malone Cook, Manager of Training
Baker Construction Enterprises - Joel Dawson, Instructor/Examiner
Merit Shop Training, Inc - Chris Jarrell, Training Manager
Turner Industries Group, LLC - Steven Lawrence, Manager, Talent Development
Fluor Crane & Rigging - Ron Lindsay, Safety & Training Consultant
Palmer Engineering & Forensics - William Malone Cook, Manager of Training
Baker Construction Enterprises - Kevin Marks, Training Manager
Turner Industries Group, LLC - Shane Morgan, Trainee
Merit Shop Training, Inc - Paul Pearson, Trainer-Examiner
C.I.S - Larry W Proemsey, Trainer
Cowboy Cranes - Jay Roberson, Senior Training Manager
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Additional Certifications
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NCCER Rigger Kit
The NCCER Rigger Kit includes the tools needed for hands-on training, performance profiles and practical exams for both Rigger and Advanced Rigger levels. It features essential rigging tools for real-world applications.
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