Rigger Course

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CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY

Rigger Course

Version 2.0

1 July 2015

Workplace Safety and Health Council, Ministry of Manpower, Singapore (MOM) All rights reserved.

This document is provided for explicit use and guidance of MOM Accredited Training Providers as information resource for curriculum development and assessment purposes. Any other use of this document or parts thereof, including reproduction, publication, distribution, transmission, retransmission or public showing, or storage in a retrieval system in any form, electronic or otherwise, for purposes other than that expressly stated in this advice without the expressed permission of MOM is strictly prohibited.

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Version History

Version Effective Date Changes Author

1.0 1 May 2011 First issue ICB, WSH Council Office

2.0 1 July 2015 Update ICB, WSH Council Office

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 Aim of the advisory 3

2 Scope of the course 3

3 Overview of the course requirements 4

4 Table of specifications 5

5 Training delivery advisory 5

6 Assessment advisory 9

7 Trainer and Assessor requirements 12

8 End of course evaluation and feedback 13

9 Related WSH legislations, industrial code of practice 13

and other references

Annex A – Table of Specifications 14 Annex B – Course Reference Matrix 17 Annex C – Sample Assessment Plan 20

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1 AIM OF THE ADVISORY 1.1 The Curriculum Development Advisory (CDA) is a document to assist MOM Accredited Training Providers (ATP) with the instructional design and development of a competency-based training course for Workplace Safety and Health. It aims to help ATP facilitate the learning process, deliver effective training and conduct competency-based training and assessment. 1.2 This document contains key information on the Rigger Course including the course aim, learning objectives, target audience, assumed skills and knowledge/entry requirements, Table of Specifications, recommended course duration, recommended class size, and recommended trainer/trainee ratio. It also sets forth guidelines for training delivery and assessment for the course.

1.3 This CDA will be reviewed on a regular basis and whenever it is deemed necessary due to changes in Table of Specifications or industrial requirements.

2 SCOPE OF THE COURSE 2.1 The Rigger Course is aimed at providing individuals with the knowledge and skills to prepare and tie the load for safe lifting by any form of lifting equipment. It is a mandatory course for individuals who are assigned to carry out preparation of the load for lifting operation involving a mobile crane or tower crane. 2.2 Workplace Safety and Health (Operation of Cranes) Regulations stipulates that:

It shall be the duty of the responsible person:

to appoint a Rigger before any lifting operation involving the use of any mobile crane or tower crane is carried out in the workplace;

not to appoint any person as a Rigger unless the person is one who has successfully completed a training course acceptable to the Commissioner to equip him to be a Rigger and/or Signalman; and

to ensure that the Rigger who is appointed is attired in such a way as would distinctively identify him as a Rigger and/or Signalman

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3 OVERVIEW OF THE COURSE REQUIREMENTS 3.1 Learning objectives for the Rigger course:

3.1.1 List the duties of the Rigger in lifting operations

3.1.2 Comply with safe work procedure for lifting

3.1.3 Participate in toolbox meeting

3.1.4 Estimate load and determine centre of gravity

3.1.5 Conduct pre-lift inspection of lifting gear and accessories

3.1.6 Select the appropriate rigging equipment

3.1.7 Rig and direct load to destination with safe lifting

3.1.8 Check and verify load is properly rigged

3.1.9 Apply 3-step lifting and lowering method

3.1.10 Practise good housekeeping of lifting gear and accessories

3.1.11 Identify hazards related to lifting

3.1.12 Respond to lifting accident and emergencies

3.2 Target audience:

The course would be appropriate for individuals assigned as Rigger in the workplace

3.3 Assumed skills and knowledge:

3.3.1 Workplace literacy and numeracy Level 2 or equivalent 3.3.2 At least six months relevant industrial experience

3.4: Entry requirement: 3.4.1 Must be over 18 years of age 3.5 Table of Specifications: See Annex A 3.6 Recommended course duration: 16 hours including 3.5 hours of assessment 3.7 Recommended class size: Max: 18 3.8 Recommend trainer/trainee ratio: 1: 18 (Note: Ratio of 1:2 for practical

training; 1:1 for practical performance at any one time) 3.9 Course attendance record: 100% attendance

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4. TABLE OF SPECIFICATIONS (TOS) 4.1 The table of specifications is a detailed listing of the course content to be covered in the training and the weightage of assessment that will be devoted to each of the learning objectives. It is a structured format based on the cognitive domain of Bloom’s taxonomy. 4.2 Refer to Annex A for details of TOS 5 TRAINING DELIVERY ADVISORY 5.1 Trainer’s guide and trainees’ workbook/handouts

5.1.1 The ATP is required to prepare a trainer’s guide for the course. The guide provides the trainer with information on the course including

Course aim Learning objectives Target audience Assumed skills and knowledge Course duration Class size and trainer/trainee ratio Lesson plan Course contents and instructional materials Training methodologies Training resource requirements Course administration instruction

5.1.2 The ATP can also facilitate the learning process by providing each trainee with a trainee’s workbook or handouts. It is recommended that a Summary of Learning should be attached at the end of each unit/topic, where necessary. This set of notes should contain the course aim, learning objectives and the key learning points WSHA 2006, subsidiary legislations, industrial code of practice, as well as safety guidelines.

5.1.3 The ATP is required to prepare and submit a course reference matrix (See Annex B) for coverage of course contents with respect to the training slides and the assessment modes. 5.1.4 It is the responsibility of the ATP to ensure that no part of the materials used for the training infringe on patent, design, copyright and intellectual property rights of any individual or organization.

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5.1.5 The ATP shall retain an updated version of the training course Table of Specifications, lesson plan, trainer’s guide and trainee’s workbook or handout at all times for inspection and verification by MOM.

5.2 Training methodology

5.2.1 Knowledge The knowledge component of the Rigger course is primarily focused on the legislative requirements relating to safe lifting operations, planning and preparation and well as the practical aspects of load rigging. It includes Duties of the Rigger in lifting operations

Safe work procedure for lifting

Conduct of toolbox meeting for lifting operations

Estimation of load and determination of centre of gravity

Checklist for pre-lift inspection of lifting gear and accessories

Selection of appropriate rigging equipment

Rigging methods and techniques for safe lifting

Checking and verification of load

3-step lifting and lowering method

Good housekeeping of lifting gear and accessories

Hazards related to lifting

Emergency procedures

5.2.2 The knowledge component may be delivered in a classroom using lectures. To enhance learning, the following delivery methods can also be used to supplement the lectures: Case studies (with or without video)

Group discussion

Training videos

Internet and other e-resources

Posters and signboards

5.2.2 Skill In terms of skills, the trainees must proceed outdoor or on-site for demonstration and practice. The demonstration and practice must include eight key skills set:

Participation in toolbox meeting

Estimating load and determining centre of gravity

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Conducting pre-lift inspection of lifting gear and accessories

Selecting appropriate rigging equipment for the lift

Rigging methods and techniques

Checking and verifying the load is properly rigged

Applying 3-step lifting and lowering method

Good housekeeping practice of lifting gear and accessories

5.2.3 Attribute Accidents can happen very fast at the worksite. A competent Rigger must have a very high sense of “situational awareness”. At all times he must

Be aware of all movements within the zone of lifting operations

Keep an eye constantly on the Centre of Gravity of the load

Be quick to alert the crane operator and lifting supervisor of any hazard or danger

5.3 Training venue requirements

5.3.1 Classroom - The ATP shall ensure that the classroom used for this Rigger training has adequate seating for the class of 16. Seating facilities inclusive of writing tables must be reasonably and comfortably spaced so as to be conducive to the learning process and for the purpose of conducting the assessment. Classrooms must be equipped with projectors, whiteboards, and flipcharts. The classroom must have adequate lighting and ventilation. Emergency exit routes must be clearly marked out and briefed to the course trainees at the start of the course. 5.3.2 Practice area – a) Demonstration and practice of rigging must be conducted out of the classroom. b) The ATP is required to submit the site plan for practical training comprising a mobile crane or an overhead crane no less than 1-ton safe working load (SWL) certified by Authorised Examiner (AE). c) The crane must enable the trainee to rig at least 5 types of loads, comprising 3 standard loads of at least 150kg each, to a height of no less than 50 cm above ground and direct the load to another location no less than 3 metres apart. Refer to para 5.3.4 for the standard loads. d) There must be a safety zone of no less than 3 metres centred at the crane and the suspended load where only those personnel involved in the lifting operation can stay within this zone. d) The designated practical training area must be clearly demarcated. f) A designated resting area (for use during breaks) and/cum holding area (waiting area for practical) for trainees must be provided.

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g) Manual movement of the crane, with or without loads, will NOT be allowed as a training practice and for safety reasons. h) The substitution of hands-on rigging with model cranes will NOT be allowed as a training practice or assessment. 5.3.3 Environmental Controls – The ATP shall ensure the following are in place:- a) Lighting and ventilation – All areas within the training centre must have adequate lighting and proper ventilation. b) Noise Levels – The noise level within the classroom and practical area must be within acceptable limits to avoid any form of distraction and for health reasons. c) Hazardous Materials – There should not be any hazardous materials present during the entire training regime. d) Sanitary and Water Facilities - Sufficient restrooms must be available and kept clean at all times. Water source for drinking must also be made available. 5.3.4 Loads – The following list includes the types of loads to be used for the lifting operation as mentioned in para 5.3.2 c). The 5 loads used for the lifting operation include 3 standard loads comprising metal scaffold frames, steel plates and steel/iron pipes must be at least 150kg each:

Metal scaffold frames (mandatory) Steel plates (mandatory) Steel/Iron pipes in bundles or otherwise (mandatory) Skip Valve Motor Propeller Oil drum Pallets Concrete beams Wire mesh Concrete buckets Irregular shaped loads (eg L-shape slabs/pipes, tree trunk/branch)

5.3.5 Rigging accessories – ATPs should provide a selection of slings (chain, webbing and wire rope), shackles, chokers, cargo net and other rigging accessories to allow trainees adequate exposure to the range of rigging equipment in their appropriate industry. 5.3.6 Good housekeeping must be observed at all times. The standard loads must be housed in proper designated area/s. Manual handling of the

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loads will NOT be allowed. Suitable load movers and/or jacks must be used to move/transport the loads. 5.3.7 ATPs shall carry out risk management of the site used for demonstration and practice. Trainees should be briefed on the risk of the training prior to the conduct of training. Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall be worn by all participants throughout the entire practical training session.

5.4 Training resource allocation

5.4.1 In the classroom, models of crane and different types of loads may be used to supplement training in the following way: Illustrate Centre of Gravity of irregular loads

Highlight important points in safe lifting

Highlight hazards related to lifting of different loads

Emphasize the key points in checking and verifying that loads are properly rigged for lifting.

5.4.2 Training centres should also make the following documents available for reference. Workplace Safety and Health Act 2006

WSH (General Provisions) Regulations 2006

WSH (Construction) Regulations 2007

WSH (Operation of Cranes) Regulations

SS 497 Design, safe use and maintenance of overhead travelling cranes

SS 536 :Safe Use of Mobile Cranes

SS 559 : Code of Practice for safe use of tower Cranes

Photos/slides of the various types of crane operations

Safety and health posters relating to lifting operations

Case studies relating to crane accidents

Organizational SOPs for Rigger attire

6 ASSESSMENT ADVISORY 6.1 General guidelines for conducting competency-based assessment.

6.1.1 The ATP is required to prepare an assessment plan (see Annex D for sample) for the Rigger Course. The aim of the assessment plan is to determine the competency of the trainee to undertake the role of a Rigger upon completion of the course.

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6.1.2 The assessment plan must be directly related to all the learning objectives determined in the course. It comprises four main parts:

Overview of the assessment tools and its duration Instructions for the conduct of the assessment Instruments or tools of assessment (Question paper, checklist ) Assessment summary record

6.1.3 The assessment plan is subject to review on an annual basis by the ATP to ensure that trainees are constantly kept current and competent to perform up to the industrial requirements.

6.2 Principles of assessment

Assessment will be fair, valid, reliable and flexible for all trainees without deliberate barriers against the individual.

Fair – Are the assessments criteria clear? Do all the trainees know what

to expect from the assessment? Does the assessment disadvantage any trainee? Do the trainees have any recourse to appeal?

Valid – Are the assessment methods and tools appropriate and effective in assessing what they claim to assess. Are the evidence collected relevant to the training and demonstrates that the learning outcome has been achieved?

Reliability – Are the results consistent from one assessment to another? Do people have the confidence that the standards are applied consistently from learner to learner and from context to context?

Flexibility – Can the assessment be used for multiple assessments? Are the assessment tools and methods uniform across different approaches and drawing on a range of different methods? Can they be used appropriately to the context, task and individual under assessment?

6.3 Assessment tools and instruments

6.3.1 The ATP must conduct a Written Test and Practical Performance: Written test (WT) – This method of assessment is quick and the most

convenient for the knowledge test. It can be used for a large class particularly to assess the knowledge component of the Rigger course.

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Practical Performance (PP) – This method is highly recommended for Rigger skills assessment. It can be matched very closely to the actual task to be performed by the individual on the job.

6.3.2 The total allocated time for assessments (WT and PP) is 3.5 hours, comprising 30 mins for Written Test and 3 hours for Practical Performance, as follows:

Written Test

The written test shall comprise 20 MCQs with pass criteria of 60%.

Practical Performance The Practical Performance comprises assessment based on rigging of at least two different types of loads from the standard loads in paragraph 5.3.4. The pass criteria is 100%.

6.3.3 Trainees must meet the pass criteria for all the assessments to be considered to be successfully completed the Rigger Course. No re-sit for any assessment is allowed unless the trainee has attended the course again.

6.4 Briefing to trainees

6.4.1 The briefing to trainees is to explain the purpose and context of assessment so as to ensure that there are no surprises during the conduct of assessment.

6.4.2 The briefing to trainees should include

the assessment requirements and process, including clear instructions on each of the assessment to be taken

trainee’s rights & process of appeal to assessment outcome

6.4.3 During the briefing, assessors must take the opportunity to confirm

with trainee on any special needs & explain how needs will be addressed during assessment. 6.4.4 Assessor must seek feedback and clarify trainee’s understanding of assessment requirements before commencement of the assessment.

6.5. Conduct of assessment 6.51 Assessment must be conducted strictly in accordance with the

assessment plan. In particular, each trainee must complete all the assessment requirements in the time allocated. .All safety procedures must be complied.

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6.5.2 A judgment on the competency of the trainee must only be made

based on the evidence gathered. The evidence for each of the assessment instrument is given in the suggested response to the WT and the checklist accompanying the PP.

6.6 Recording and reporting of assessment outcome 6.6.1 All assessment outcomes must be accurately recorded in the

assessment summary record form. 6.6.2 Assessment outcome will be communicated to the trainee. 6.6.3 The ATP shall maintain a record of the assessment results for 2

years for audit by MOM. 7 TRAINER AND ASSESSOR REQUIREMENTS A trainer and assessor of this Rigger course should possess all of the following:

WSQ Advanced Certificate in Workplace Safety and Health (WSH Professional Level B) or equivalent

Lifting Supervisor Safety Course certification

At least 5 years experience as a supervisor/foreman/safety personnel in lifting operations

Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA) or equivalent

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8 END OF COURSE EVALUATION AND FEEDBACK 8.1 The ATP shall conduct an end-of-course evaluation at the end of each course. Trainees shall be allowed to provide quantitative and qualitative feedback on the course content, duration, training delivery, training materials, training venue, training resources, quality of trainers and assessors. 8.2 The ATP shall monitor the end-of-course evaluation and feedback closely to ensure that the ratings are consistently above 3. Immediate action should be taken whenever the ratings fall below 3. These actions should be properly recorded and kept for audit inspection.

1 2 3 4 5

Poor Fair Satisfactory Very good Excellent

9 RELATED WSH LEGISLATIONS, INDUSTRIAL CODE OF PRACTICE AND OTHER REFERENCES (the list is not exhaustive)

Workplace Safety and Health Act 2006

WSH (General Provisions) Regulations 2006

WSH (Construction) Regulations 2007

WSH (Operation of Cranes) Regulations

SS 497 Design, safe use and maintenance of overhead travelling cranes

SS 536 :Safe Use of Mobile Cranes

SS 559 :Code of Practice for safe use of tower Cranes

Technical Advisory on Lifting Equipment (WSH Council website)

Checklist for Tower Crane Use (WSH Council website)

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Annex A

Table of Specifications for Rigger Course

The table of specifications (TOS) shows what will be assessed and covered in the training course. It is a structured format based on the cognitive domain of Bloom’s taxonomy and provides a detailed listing of the Table of Specifications and course content that will meet the learning objectives in the course.

S/N Learning Objective Topic Sub-Topic

Cognitive Domain

Duration Knowledge & Comprehension

Application Analysis,

Synthesis & Evaluation

1

List the duties of the Rigger in lifting operation

Comply with safe work procedure for lifting

Roles and responsibilities

of a Rigger

Roles and responsibilities of a Rigger

Attire for a Rigger

Use of PPE

Use of tagline and push pull rod for safe lifting, where applicable

15 mins - - 15 mins

2 Participate in toolbox meeting

Toolbox Meeting

Participate in a toolbox meeting as a Rigger

- 15 mins - 15 mins

3 Estimate load and determine centre of gravity

Estimating load and Centre of Gravity

Safety Factor/Safe working load

Estimating loads

Centre of Gravity for regular and irregular loads

30 mins 30 mins - 1 hr

4

Conduct pre-lift inspection of crane and lifting gear and accessories

Practise good housekeeping of lifting gear and accessories

Pre-lift inspection of

lifting gear and accessories

Construction of wire ropes

Types of slings(Direct attachment, Choker Hitch, Basket Hitch, Loose Load)

Types of end fittings & connections

Wire rope clips

Inspection of wire rope slings

Inspection of webbing slings

Inspection of chain slings



5 Select the appropriate rigging equipment

Selection and use of rigging

Slinging methods

Effects of sling angles 30 mins 30 mins - 1 hr

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Cognitive Domain




equipment Selection of correct sling & slinging method to different loads

Rigging guidelines

Precautions during rigging

Use of receptacles for loose loads (eg bricks, pipe fittings, valves, couplers etc)

6

Rig and direct the load to destination for safe lifting

Check and verify load is properly rigged

Rig methods and

techniques

Lifting plan and permit to work system

Preparation of timber wedges or slippers

Apply rigging techniques to loads

Conduct load safety checks to ensure load is safely rigged

Cue the signalman

30 mins 1 hr - 1.5 hrs

7 Apply 3-step lifting and lowering method

3-step lifting & lowering method

3-step hoist

3-step lower 30 mins - - 30 mins

8

Identify hazards related to lifting

Respond to lifting accident and emergencies

Accident prevention and

emergency response

Hazards related to lifting operations Dos and Don’ts of lifting operations Common crane accidents Emergency response procedures

1 hr - - 1 hr

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Demonstration and Practice

Estimate load and determine centre of gravity (for seven different types of loads)

Practise rigging on five different loads

Apply correct sling and sling method to regular and irregular loads

Cue the signalman

Apply 3-step lifting & lowering method

Lift, lower, check and estimate clearance including blind spots

Dismantle and restore rigging equipment

- 5 hrs 1 hr 6 hrs

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Cognitive Domain




10 NA Assessment Written (30 mins) Practical (3 hours)

30 mins 3 hrs 3.5 hrs

TOTAL 16 hrs

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Annex B

Course Reference Matrix

APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS

RIGGER COURSE

Coverage of Course Content – for ATP inputs

(Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus)

S/N Contents Remarks Duration Indicate slide number

E.g. Slide #2

Indicate mode of assessment, where

applicable – Practical, Exercise, Test etc

E.g. Practical Q3

1


Attire for a Rigger

Use of PPE

Theory with practice

15 mins

2 Participate in a toolbox meeting as a Rigger Practice 15 mins

3 Safety Factor/Safe working load

Estimating loads

Centre of Gravity of regular and irregular loads


1 hr

4




Wire rope clips






1 hr

5

Slinging methods

Effects of sling angles

Selection of correct sling & slinging method to different loads

Rigging guidelines



1 hr

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APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS

RIGGER COURSE

Coverage of Course Content – for ATP inputs

(Note: Indicate clearly where the changes are made in accordance with the syllabus)

S/N Contents Remarks Duration Indicate slide number

E.g. Slide #2

Indicate mode of assessment, where

applicable – Practical, Exercise, Test etc

E.g. Practical Q3

6




Cue the signalman

Theory with Practice

1.5 hr

7 3-step hoist

3-step lower

Revision and practice

30 mins

8

Hazards related to lifting operations Dos and Don’ts of lifting operations Common crane accidents Emergency procedures

Theory only 1 hr

9




Cue the signalman





6 hrs

10 Written Practical

Theory and Practice

3.5 hr

Total 16 hrs

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Declaration by ATP

I declare that all training materials and related information given are true and correct.

_________________________________ ________________________________ ________________________________

Name of ATP Name and Designation of Applicant Name of Head/Principal

________________________________ ________________________________

Applicant’s Signature Head/Principal’s Signature

___________________ ___________________

Date Date

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Annex C

Rigger Course

SAMPLE ASSESSMENT PLAN

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Version Control Record

Version Effective

Date Changes

Prepared by (Name &

designation

Name of ATP

1.0 01 May 2011 NA due to first issue Mike Lee, Training

Executive

ABC Consultancy

Date of next review: 30 Apr 2013

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CONTENTS

Page 1 Purpose

2 Course Objectives 2.1 Course programme 2.2 Administrative details

3 Assessment Plan

3.1 Assessment method and duration 3.2 Competency elements to be assessed

4 Assessment Instructions，guidelines and other requirements

4.1 Instructions for assessor 4.2 Guidelines for conduct of assessment 4.3 Requirements of assessor 4.4 Evidence sources for the conduct of assessment 4.5 Recording and reporting of assessment outcome

5 Assessment Record 6 Assessment Instruments – Samples of test papers and solutions

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1 Purpose

The Rigger course is mandatory training for lifting operation course suitable for

individuals who are assigned to undertake the role of a Rigger in the construction and

other industries.

1.1 Legal Requirement

WSH (Operation of cranes) Regulations Para 18 - An occupier shall appoint a rigger for

the purpose of rig up load for any lifting operation. To be appointed as a rigger, he shall

successfully completed a course approved by the commissioner of WSH

2 Course Objective

At the end of the course, trainees should be able to:

- List the duties of the Rigger in lifting operation

- Comply with safe work procedure for lifting

- Participate in toolbox meeting

- Estimate load and determine Centre of Gravity

- Conduct pre-lift inspection of lifting gear and accessories

- Practise good housekeeping of lifting gear and accessories

- Select the appropriate rigging equipment

- Rig and direct load to destination with safe lifting

- Check and verify load is properly rigged

- Describe legislative requirement for safe lifting operation

- List the duties and responsibilities of signalman for lifting operation

- List the personnel involved in lifting operation

- Identify hazards related to lifting operation

- Apply 3-steps lifting and lowering method

- Apply correct slinging method to ensure safe lifting operation

- Set up communication for safe lifting operation

- Explain the use correct lifting tackle

- Communicate using standard verbal and hand signal

- Response to accident and emergencies

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2.1 Course Programme (Total Duration: 16 hours)


Cognitive Domain




1

- List the duties of the Rigger in lifting operation

- Comply with safe work procedure for lifting

Roles and responsibilities

of a Rigger


Attire for a Rigger

Use of PPE

15 mins - - 15 mins


Toolbox Meeting

Participate in a toolbox meeting as a Rigger

- 15 mins - 15 mins


Estimating load and Centre of Gravity

Safety Factor/Safe working load

Estimating loads

Centre of Gravity for regular and irregular loads


4

- Conduct pre-lift inspection of lifting gear and accessories

- Practise good housekeeping of lifting gear and accessories

Pre-lift inspection of

lifting gear and accessories




Wire rope clips







Selection and use of rigging

equipment

Slinging methods

Effects of sling angles

Selection of correct sling & slinging method to different loads

Rigging guidelines



6

- Rig and direct load to destination for safe lifting

- Check and verify load is

Rig methods and

techniques

Lifting plan and permit to work system



30 mins 1 hr - 1.5 hrs

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Cognitive Domain




properly rigged


Cue the signalman


3-step lifting & lowering method

3-step hoist

3-step lower 30 mins - - 30 mins

8

- Identify hazards related to lifting

- Respond to lifting accident and emergencies

Accident prevention and

emergency response

Hazards related to lifting operations Dos and Don’ts of lifting operations Common crane accidents Emergency response procedures

1 hr - - 1 hr

9 NA Out-door





Cue the signalman




- 5 hrs 1 hr 6 hrs

10 NA Assessment Written (30 mins) Practical (3 hours)

30 mins 3 hrs 3.5 hrs

TOTAL 16 hrs

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2.2 Administrative Details Certification & Passing Criteria A Certificate of Successful Completion (CSC) will be awarded to a trainee who has completed the course and meets the necessary requirements:

• Attain at least 75% attendance during the training course • Undertake the on-going assessment and end of course examination • Achieve 60% mark in the written test and 100% Practical Performance

Course duration: 16 hours which includes 3.5 hours of assessment comprising

Written Test (30mins)

Practical (3 hours)

3 Assessment Plan 3.1 Assessment method and duration

S/N Assessment Instrument Duration

1

Practical Performance

This is a practical test where trainee is tested to select the appropriate the lifting gear, inspect lifting gear, estimate load, perform rigging, lifting and signaling for lifting operation

180 mins

2

Written Test

This is a theory test paper with 20 MCQs

30 mins

Total

210 mins

PP: Practical Performance WT: Written Test

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3.2 Competency elements to be assessed

Learning Objective

Assessment Method

1 List the duties of personnel involved in lifting operation WT

2 Comply with safe work procedure for lifting WT/PP

3 Participate in toolbox meeting PP

4 Estimate load and determine centre of gravity WT/PP

5 Conduct pre-lift inspection of crane and lifting gear

and accessories

PP

6 Select the appropriate rigging equipment WT/PP

7 Rig and direct load to destination with safe lifting PP

8 Check and verify load is properly rigged PP

9 Apply 3-step lifting and lowering method WT/PP

10 Practise good housekeeping of lifting gear and accessories

PP

11 Identify hazards related to lifting WT/PP

12 Respond to lifting accident and emergencies WT

WT: Written Test PP: Practical Performance

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4 Assessment Instructions, Guidelines and Other Requirements

4.1 Instruction for Assessor

For Written Test, Assessor should: a) Explain the test format and pass mark to the trainees b) Issue the test question papers to trainees on the day of test; c) Mark the test answer sheets after the test; d) Submit the duly marked test answer sheets to office for checking and signing; d) Record test results on appropriate results summary sheet; f) Proceed to conduct practical test where applicable, and submit the results summary sheet to office promptly.

For Practical Performance, Assessor should: a) Explain the test format, pass criteria and other practical instructions to the trainees b) Prepare the test materials; c) Conduct practical test on the scheduled date, time and venue; d) Record test results on appropriate results summary sheet; e) Submit the results summary sheet to office promptly.

4.2 Guidelines for conduct of assessment 4.2.1 Written Test These instructions concern the conduct of written test to assess the trainee’s competence which includes:

The written test is one part of the assessment used to assess trainee’s understanding in underpinning knowledge and performance criteria of the course.

Trainees are required to answer ALL the questions.

Trainees may clarify with the invigilator if he does not understand the question being asked. However, the Invigilator reserved the right not to respond to your question if there is an attempt that the question being asked leads to the answer.

The written test comprises 20 MCQs and the duration is 30 mins for completion.

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Specification Item Details on Specification

Learning Objective Topics listed in para 3.2 and extracted from the Table of Specifications

Duration 30 mins

Venue Lecture room

Set Up 1. Lecture room setup for 16 trainees (max). 2. Table & chair for individual seating. 3. Projector & monitor. 4. Whiteboard & markers of different colours. 5. Whiteboard duster. 6. Blue or black pens. 7. A4 papers. 8. Test papers. 9. Answer sheet.

Conduct of the Written Test

1. Brief trainees to check whether all of them have the correct test paper with 20 MCQs. 2. Inform trainees on the time given for the test. 3. Remind them it is closed book test. Trainees cannot refer to any Workbook or discuss among themselves. 4. Trainees are allowed to ask the Assessor to explain the question for clarification, if any. 5. Trainees must achieve 60% of paper to be considered competent.

Recording the Assessment Result

1. Record findings and conclusions in the Assessment Record for Written Test under “Comments” column of the Assessment Record. 2. Record final marks attained.

Feedback 1. Inform and advise trainee on weaknesses and how to overcome such weaknesses. 2. Inform trainee on the final results of the assessment.

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4.2.2 Practical Performance These instructions concern the Practical Performance of the trainee’s competence.

Specification Item Details on Specification

Learning Objective Topics listed in para 3.2 and extracted from the Table of Specifications

Duration 180 mins

Venue Field

Set Up 1. Field set up set up for 16 trainees. 2. Gantry /Crawler/ Mobile/Tower crane 3. Lifting Gears ( Webbing, Wire rope, chain slings, net, shackles, hooks) 4. Lifting Loads ( Concrete block, slabs, oil drum, scaffold, formwork, re-bar, pipes and BRC) 5. PPE 6. Inspection checklist 7. Assessment form

Conduct of the Practical Performance

1. Brief trainees the procedure of test and observe safety 2. Inform trainees they will be assessed individually on

selection, inspection and rigging and signaling of load 3. Remind them they have to observe safety 4. Remind them they have to estimate weight of load 5. Trainees must achieve 100% to be considered competent.

Recording the Assessment Result

1. Observe every trainee. 2. Record observations and conclusions in the

Assessment Record 3. Record final marks attained.

Feedback 1. Inform and advise trainee on weaknesses and how to overcome such weaknesses. 2. Inform trainee on the final results of the assessment.

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4.2.2.1 Instruction for trainees on Practical Performance

Rigging & Lifting Assessment Trainees would work in pairs with one being tested and the other assisting. They are assigned any two of the items in the following table. 1. They are required to:

a) Observe safety procedures at all times b) Perform inspection on surrounding vicinity and lifting

gear/accessories (See Appendix A - Inspection Checklist for Lifting Gear)

c) Estimate weight of loads and the Centre of Gravity d) Select the correct lifting gear c) Rig and lift the two items, one at a time, with guidance of the load

from load holding area to Location A and back to holding area (see attached Site Plan).

2. Trainees are to check Centre of Gravity and ensure that all loads are

properly slung and balanced before sending to location A. During hoisting and lowering, they are to observe the 3-step procedures for lifting or lowering.

3. Communicate effectively with the lifting operation personnel (eg lifting

supervisor, signalman) for lifting instruction, if any. 4. The pair of trainees would rotate roles to be tested.

Items From To Back To

A) Skip B) Oil Drum C) BRC wire mesh D) L-shaped slab E) 6m pipe/pipe bundle F) Metal scaffold/scaffold

frame E) Sand bucket F) 6 m I beam

Load holding

area

Location A

Load holding

area

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Site Plan

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Appendix A - Inspection Checklist for Lifting Gear

Inspected By (Name / Signature / Date)

Checked By _____________________________________ (Lifting Supervisor/Assessor) (Name / Signature / Date)

DESCRIPTION OF ITEMS YES NO

ACTIONS / REMARKS

SURROUNDING VICINITY AND PRE-LIFTING CHECK

1 Area of lifting being cordon off?

2 Permit to lift issue and posted

3 Risk assessment conducted and control measures briefed

4 Toolbox meeting conducted and Lifting plan briefed

WIRE ROPE/WEBBING

1 Are the SWL embossed indicated and Certificate of examination

2 Are they kinked?

3 Is the fibre exposed and broken wires found in the core?

4 Are they corroded?

5 Are they crushed or excessive surface wear?

6 Are there stretched wires?

7 Is there marked reduction in rope diameter?

CHAIN SLING

1 Are the SWL embossed indicated?

2 Are they dented, bent and twisted?

3 Are they gouged, chipped or cut?

4 Is there excessive wear at the bearing of the link?

5 Are they elongation at the welded joints of the link?

6 Are they elongated link?

7 Are they cracked and corroded?

SHACKLES


2 Are they worn off at crown or pin?

3 Are they enlarged at shackle’s opening?

4 Are the pins properly secured?

5 Are the pins bent?


HOOKS


2 Are there cracks detected?


4 Are they twisted?

5 Are they enlarged at the throat opening?

6 Are the Safety Latches functioning?

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4.3 Requirements of Assessor

Assessments can only be carried out by approved assessors for this unit. The approved assessors must have the following qualifications: - WSQ Advanced Certificate in WSH or equivalent - Lifting Supervisor Safety Course Certification - At least 5 years relevant working experience as supervisor/foreman/safety

personnel in lifting operation - Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA) or equivalent 4.4 Evidence sources for the conduct of Assessment Assessment must be conducted strictly in accordance with the assessment plan. In particular, each trainee must complete all the assessment requirements in the time allocated. A judgment on the competency of the trainee must only be made based on the evidence gathered. The evidence for each of the assessment instrument is inspection checklist, written test and practical performance, observation during practical performance and assessment record. Note: For practical and practical performance assessments, ensure all safety procedures are complied. 4.5 Recording and reporting of assessment outcome All assessment outcomes must be accurately recorded in the assessment record form (see paragraph 5). Assessment outcome will be communicated to the trainee at the end of the assessment. The ATP shall maintain a record of the assessment outcome and related documents for each trainee for at least 2 years for audit by MOM.

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5 Assessment Record

Following the assessed competency elements, the outcome is summarised in the assessment record as follows:

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Name of ATP:

Trainee Name: (As in NRIC/FIN)

NRIC/FIN: Date of Assessment:

Learning Objectives

Tick appropriate assessment tool(s)

Comments

PP

WT

1 List the duties of personnel involved in lifting operation

2 Comply with safe work procedure for lifting



5 Conduct pre-lift inspection of crane and lifting gear and accessories


7 Rig and direct load to destination with safe lifting

8 Check and verify load is properly rigged


10 Practise good housekeeping of lifting gear and accessories

11 Identify hazards related to lifting operation

12 Respond to lifting accident and emergencies

WT: Written Test (Pass Criteria: 60%) PP: Practical Performance (Pass Criteria: 100%)

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Overall assessment The trainee has been assessed as (tick appropriate box):

Pass

Fail

_______________________________ Assessor’s signature Name:__________________________ Date:___________________________ Feedback on assessment outcome by Assessor:

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6 Assessment Instruments

Sample Assessment Papers & Solutions

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