Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. Forky Stick Training and Safety Consultants conducts a pre-enrolment suitability review to ensure this course is appropriate for each learner prior to commencement. Participants are required to hold a current White Card (CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry prior to undertaking any face-to-face construction work components. If you do not hold a White Card, contact us, we can assist with this prior to enrolment.
Overview
CPC30720 Certificate III in Rigging reflects the role of individuals working in rigging and dogging in the building and construction industry. The qualification includes units of competency covering common skills and knowledge for the building and construction industry, as well as those specific to the occupations of rigger and dogger. Due to the high-risk nature of the job role, the qualification provides a strong focus on safety.
This qualification is suited to individuals seeking to work as riggers or doggers across construction, civil and engineering environments. Delivered via blended learning, combining face-to-face practical sessions with online distance components, participants develop the hands-on and theoretical skills required to perform rigging work safely and in compliance with all relevant legislative and licensing requirements.
On successful completion, participants receive the nationally recognised CPC30720 Certificate III in Rigging from Forky Stick Training and Safety Consultants (RTO #45802).
Licensing and regulatory information: This is a licensed occupation. Completion of this qualification, or the relevant units within it, is required to apply for High Risk Work Licences (HRWL) for rigging and dogging in Queensland. Licence classes include Basic Rigging (RB), Intermediate Rigging (RI) and Dogging (DG). Candidates must complete the relevant National Assessment Instrument (NAI) and apply to the Office of Industrial Relations Queensland for their licence. Licence fees apply, visit worksafe.qld.gov.au for current fees. Completion of CPCCWHS1001 (now CPCWHS1001) Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (White Card) is required before undertaking construction work.
Who This Course Is For
- Construction workers aiming to specialise in rigging and dogging operations
- Doggers seeking to progress into rigging and obtain formal HRWL licensing
- Riggers looking to formalise their skills with a nationally recognised qualification
- Site supervisors overseeing rigging activities on construction projects
- Workers employed in construction who want to expand into crane and elevated work platform operations
What You’ll Learn
- Apply work health and safety requirements and safe work practices in rigging and dogging operations
- Interpret and apply plans, drawings and documentation relevant to rigging tasks
- Perform dogging work including the selection, inspection and use of lifting gear and load handling
- Erect, alter and dismantle intermediate rigging including static lines, safety nets and temporary support structures
- Erect structural steelwork in accordance with plans and specifications
- Install, operate and dismantle hoists and associated plant
- Operate a range of cranes and crane-associated equipment in support of rigging operations
- Carry out rigging work involving the movement of plant and equipment on site
- Communicate effectively and maintain records for rigging activities
- Apply first aid and emergency response procedures as required on site
Units of competency
CPC30720 Certificate III in Rigging comprises 19 units of competency: 12 core units and 7 elective units.
Core units (12)
- CPCCCM2012 Work safely at heights
- CPCCCM3003 Work safely around electrical sources, services and assets
- CPCCLDG3001 Licence to perform dogging
- CPCCLRG3001 Licence to perform rigging basic level
- CPCCLRG3002 Licence to perform rigging intermediate level
- CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
- CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
- CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication
- CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
- CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications
- CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
- TLILIC0005 Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)
Elective units (7)
- TLILIC0003 Licence to operate a forklift truck
- RIIHAN301E Operate elevating work platform
- CPCCDO3011 Perform dogging
- CPCCRI3012 Perform basic rigging
- RIIHAN208E Perform dogging
- RIIWHS202E (now RIIWHS202) Enter and work in confined spaces
- TLILIC0018 (now TLILIC0040) Licence to operate a non-slewing mobile crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity)
Delivery and requirements
- Unit
- CPC30720 Certificate III in Rigging
- Class size
- Maximum of 6 students per practical class
- Delivery
- Blended: online learning with face-to-face training and assessment
- Duration
- Up to 57 weeks (approx. 1,233 hours)
- Time to complete
- 57 weeks nominal (about 1,233 hours), within a maximum of 2 years from commencement
- Prerequisites
- There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. Forky Stick Training and Safety Consultants conducts a pre-enrolment suitability review to ensure this course is appropriate for each learner prior to commencement. Participants are required to hold a current White Card (CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry prior to undertaking any face-to-face construction work components. If you do not hold a White Card, contact us, we can assist with this prior to enrolment.
- Assessment
- Assessment combines online theory components with practical demonstrations and, for licensed units, formal NAI assessments conducted by a qualified assessor on behalf of Workplace Health and Safety Queensland. All tasks must be completed to a competent standard.
- Fee
- Contact us for a quote. Reassessment, extension and refund terms are set out in our Fee Administration and Refund Policy (PDF, opens in a new tab).
- Outcome
- CPC30720 Certificate III in Rigging (testamur and record of results) once every unit is completed.
- Support and entry needs
- All learners complete a language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) assessment before enrolment. If you need learning, language, literacy, digital or other support, contact us before you book on 07 4922 1060. See our Access and Equity Policy (Word document). Three forms of identification are required at enrolment. Learners must wear appropriate PPE for all face-to-face practical training. Gloves, safety glasses, hard hat, high visibility vest, drinking water, sunscreen and ear plugs are provided by Forky Stick Training at all training locations. Students must provide their own steel-capped safety boots.
Dates and booking
Run on demand
This course is scheduled to suit demand. Ring us or send a question and we'll book you or your crew in.