511 EM 385-1-1 Chapters 9-15

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15-3. Personnel Required Qualification/Training.

Qualifications of a Qualified Rigger (QR)

QR must possess a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing, or show extensive knowledge, training, and experience in rigging loads.
QR must have the ability to solve problems related to rigging loads and demonstrate knowledge in calculating loads, load weights, and safe capacities.
QR must be at least 18 years of age.

Training Requirements for a Qualified Rigger (QR)

QR must be trained and proficient in load calculations, rigging principles and procedures, and understanding the capabilities and limitations of rigging and hoisting equipment.
QR must understand the roles and responsibilities of personnel involved, prepare the site properly, and recognize rigging and hoisting related hazards.
QR must be skilled in inspecting rigging equipment and ensuring its safe operation.

Note: The term "rigger" or "Qualified Rigger (QR)" refers to the function performed and is not related to the worker's job classification or position. The employer is responsible for determining the individual's qualification for specific rigging tasks based on the level of training, experience, and knowledge required.

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15-2. What values must a Qualified Rigger (QR) be able to calculate?

Loads, load weights, and safe capacities

Travel limitations of cranes on ramps

Estimated hoisted time requirements forklifts

Number of hoisted personnel allowed on forks

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EM 385-1-1 Paragraph 15-3.

15-3. Personnel Required Qualification/Training.

Qualified Rigger (QR) will possess a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing, or have extensive knowledge, training, and experience, and can successfully demonstrate the ability to solve problems related to rigging loads.

Note.  The level of training, experience, and knowledge needed may vary depending on the rigging tasks.  The employer must determine whether a person is qualified to perform specific rigging tasks.

a.  Qualifications. QRs must meet at least the following minimum qualifications: (15-3.a)

(1)  Have extensive knowledge, training, and experience and demonstrates such ability in safe rigging principles and procedures related to the work activities performed, to include calculating loads, load weights, and safe capacities.

(2)  Be at least 18 years of age.

b.  Training. QRs must be trained and demonstrate proficiency on the following related to the specific rigging operations they perform:  (15-3.b)

(1)  Load calculations and safe capacities.

(2)  Rigging principles and procedures.

(3)  Rigging and hoisting equipment operating characteristics, capabilities, and limitations.

(4)  Personnel roles and responsibilities.

(5)  Site preparation.

(6)  Rigging and hoisting related hazards.

(7)  Inspection procedures for rigging equipment.

Note.  The term “rigger” or “Qualified Rigger (QR)” in this manual refers to the function performed, and in no way relates to the worker’s job classification or position.