Level 2 Award in Rig Safety
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HiQual UK delivers the Level 2 Award in Rig Safety, designed for operatives, supervisors, and inspectors responsible for maintaining safety in rigging and lifting operations. The program emphasizes hazard identification, safe practices, compliance with international standards, and emergency response. Participants will gain the competence to monitor rigging activities, enforce safety protocols, and prepare audit‑ready documentation.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 2 Award in Rig Safety |
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| Total Credits | 10 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 100 |
| Qualification Time | 100 |
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Introduction to Rig Safety Scope, importance, and role of safety officers in rigging operations.
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Regulations and Standards for Rig Safety OSHA, HSE, ISO 45001, LOLER, ASME B30, and BS EN compliance requirements.
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Rigging Equipment Safety and Inspection Slings, shackles, hooks, chains, and lifting accessories; inspection protocols.
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Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Recognizing unsafe practices, environmental risks, and equipment hazards.
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Safe Rigging Practices and Procedures Rigging configurations, sling angles, load security, and hazard control.
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Emergency Response and Incident Management Accident response, rescue protocols, and incident documentation.
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Communication and Team Coordination in Rig Safety Teamwork protocols, safety briefings, and coordination strategies.
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Monitoring and Reporting Safety Compliance Safety audits, compliance verification, and corrective actions.
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Health, Safety, and Environmental Practices PPE, hazard awareness, waste management, and sustainability.
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Audit‑Ready Documentation and Certification Preparing safety reports, compliance records, and certification readiness.
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Builds competence in rig safety management and compliance
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Enhances compliance with OSHA, HSE, ISO, LOLER, ASME, and BS EN standards
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Strengthens skills in hazard identification, emergency response, and reporting
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Provides tools for audit‑ready documentation and continual improvement
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in rig safety, lifting operations, and compliance consultancy
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Rigging operatives and supervisors
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QA/QC inspectors in construction and oil & gas projects
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Safety officers and compliance auditors
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Individuals progressing from Rigger – II (RIG2‑212) or equivalent qualifications
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Assessment Type: Written exam + practical safety inspection project + viva
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Format: MCQs, applied case studies, hands‑on safety project, and oral defense
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Total Questions: 60 theory + 1 practical project + 1 viva
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 4–6 weeks (80–100 hours total)
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Certification: Level 2 Award in Rig Safety (RSFT)
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