The RiggerLevel I qualification is the highest professional standard in rigging and lifting. operations.
Designed for approved engineers, lifting supervisors, and senior professionals, this programme focuses on critical lift planning, tandem lifting, and advanced engineering calculations required for high-risk projects in the oil & gas, petrochemical, power, and heavy industrial sectors.
Participants will develop the expertise to lead and manage complex lifting operations with full accountability for safety, efficiency, and compliance with international standards.
Roles and responsibilities of Rigger Level I (senior rigging engineer/supervisor)
Advanced load calculations, load charts, and lifting capacity analysis.
Critical and tandem lifting operations in confined and offshore environments.
Crane selection, configuration, and stability engineering.
Rigging plan development, lift studies, and engineering drawings.
Structural integrity, ground bearing pressure, and environmental factors.
Compliance with international codes and standards (API, OSHA, ISO, LOLER, ASME).
Risk analysis, incident prevention, and emergency response planning.
Leadership, communication, and managing rigging teams in high-risk projects.
Mechanical Engineers with strong mathematical and technical background.
Senior lifting supervisors and rigging engineers approved by reputable companies.
Oil & Gas, power plant, and heavy industrial project professionals.
Safety-critical professionals involved in complex rigging and crane operations.
Individuals seeking the highest international recognition in rigging engineering.
Earn the most senior and globally recognized qualification in rigging operations.
Gain expertise in critical and tandem lifting for high-value, high-risk projects.
Master advanced engineering calculations for safe crane and rigging design.
Increase professional credibility and eligibility for senior positions in oil & gas and mega projects.
Build competency in planning, supervising, and executing complex lifting operations.
Contribute to organisational safety, compliance, and project efficiency at the highest level.
Practical Assessment – Development of a detailed critical lifting plan and supervised execution of a complex rigging simulation.
Project/Case Study – Submission and defense of a lift study for a high-risk industrial project.
Oral/Viva Examination – Evaluation by assessors on decision-making, technical knowledge, and compliance with standards.
Certification is awarded only to candidates who meet the high-level criteria of both theory and practical assessments.
