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Home<\/span>\u203a<\/span>Rigger<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Rigger” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text module_class=”top-description” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_class=”page-content-container” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f9f7f2″ positioning=”none” custom_padding=”||60px||false|false” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”#e8e4dc” locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ use_custom_gutter=”on” make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”90%” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”selector {|| align-items: center;||}||||selector .et_pb_button_module_wrapper {|| display: inline-block;|| margin-right: 14px;|| margin-bottom: 16px !important;||}||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_css_free_form=”@media (max-width: 980px) {|| selector {|| margin-bottom: 16px !important;|| }||}” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_2_text_color=”#1c2128″ header_2_font_size=”34px” header_2_line_height=”1.15em” header_3_text_color=”#1c2128″ header_3_font_size=”24px” header_3_line_height=”1.25em” custom_margin=”||32px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”selector h2 {|| margin-bottom: 20px;||}||selector h3 {|| margin-bottom: 16px;||}” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Program Overview<\/h2>\n

The CCO Rigger certification is a nationally recognized and internationally accredited program developed to verify the knowledge and skills required for safe rigging operations. CCO offers two certification levels: Rigger Level I (RIG-I) and Rigger Level II (RIG-II).<\/p>\n

Who Is a Rigger?<\/h3>\n

A certified rigger is a person who has been trained and certified to handle and move loads. The level of certification depends upon the individual\u2019s training, knowledge, skill base, and ability to perform functions related to the selection, inspection, and proper use of rigging equipment.<\/p>\n

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Standard<\/div>\n
ASME B30.5\u00a0\u00b7\u00a0ASME B30.9\u00a0\u00b7\u00a0ASME B30.26<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/td>\n
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Written + Practical<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Validity<\/div>\n
5 Years<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/td>\n
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Accredited by<\/div>\n
ANAB<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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The Path to Certification<\/h2>\n

Follow these four steps to earn your CCO Rigger Operator certification.<\/p>\n

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01<\/span> Confirm Eligibility<\/h3>\n

Be at least 18 years old and comply with CCO\u2019s Substance Abuse Policy and Code of Ethics.<\/p>\n

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02<\/span> Apply Online<\/h3>\n

Submit your application and pay the exam fees through the myCCO portal.<\/p>\n

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03<\/span> Take the Written Exam<\/h3>\n

Take and pass the written exam. Choose from online proctored, event-based, or test-center testing.<\/p>\n

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04<\/span> Take the Practical Exam<\/h3>\n

Schedule with a CCO Practical Proctor to complete and pass the hands-on exam at an approved site.<\/p>\n

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Rigger Specialties<\/h2>\n

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RIG I<\/span><\/p>\n

Rigger I<\/h3>\n

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RIG II<\/span><\/p>\n

Rigger II<\/h3>\n

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Written & Practical Exam Content<\/h2>\n

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Written Exam Content<\/h3>\n

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Exam Format<\/strong><\/p>\n

Level I Written Examination:<\/strong> Tests knowledge and skills related to safe rigging practices and material handling.<\/p>\n

Knowledge Areas<\/strong><\/p>\n