Entry requirements
Participants must hold a current Dogging High Risk Work Licence (class DG) prior to attending training. A current White Card (CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry is also required. Participants who do not hold a current DG class HRWL will not be admitted to the course. If you need to complete your dogging licence first, contact us on 07 4922 1060, we can help you plan both courses.
Overview
RIIHAN209E Perform basic rigging covers the skills and knowledge required to safely carry out basic rigging work using mechanical load shifting equipment. The unit covers moving, placing and securing loads including plant, equipment and structural members, and the erection and dismantling of hoists across construction, mining and heavy industry environments.
Delivered over 4 days via blended learning, combining online pre-course theory with structured face-to-face practical training and assessment at Forky Stick’s Rockhampton facility.
On successful completion, participants receive a Statement of Attainment for RIIHAN209E Perform basic rigging from Forky Stick Training and Safety Consultants (RTO #45802).
Who This Course Is For
- Doggers looking to upskill into rigging roles across construction, mining or heavy industry
- Individuals pursuing a rigging career pathway through to Intermediate Rigging and beyond
What You’ll Learn
- Write a rigging plan covering load dimensions, site access, equipment requirements and safety considerations
- Select, inspect and maintain mechanical load shifting equipment and associated rigging gear
- Set up and safely operate rigging for the movement of plant, equipment and structural members
- Erect and dismantle hoists and associated rigging structures safely
- Apply load calculations and interpret load charts accurately
- Identify and manage hazards specific to basic rigging operations
- Direct crane and plant operators safely and in line with regulatory requirements
- Complete all required rigging documentation and reporting
Units of Competency
This course delivers 1 nationally recognised unit of competency:
- RIIHAN209E Perform basic rigging
Delivery and requirements
RIIHAN209E does not lead to a licence. Need the licence? The licensing course is Basic Rigging Licence (CPCCLRG3001 Licence to perform rigging basic level).
- Unit
- RIIHAN209E Perform basic rigging
- Class size
- Maximum of 6 students per practical class
- Delivery
- Blended: online learning with face-to-face training and assessment
- Duration
- 4 days
- Face-to-face
- 4 days of face-to-face training and assessment
- Time to complete
- Up to 12 months from commencement
- Prerequisites
- Participants must hold a current Dogging High Risk Work Licence (class DG) prior to attending training. A current White Card (CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry is also required. Participants who do not hold a current DG class HRWL will not be admitted to the course. If you need to complete your dogging licence first, contact us on 07 4922 1060, we can help you plan both courses.
- Assessment
- All tasks must be completed to a competent standard.
- Fee
- $2,000. Reassessment, extension and refund terms are set out in our Fee Administration and Refund Policy (PDF, opens in a new tab).
- Outcome
- Statement of Attainment for RIIHAN209E Perform basic rigging. This unit does not lead to a licence.
- 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. Gloves, safety glasses, hard hat, high visibility vest, drinking water, sunscreen and ear plugs are provided by Forky Stick Training. 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.
