ICTQual Level 2 Award in Lifting and Rigging

This ICTQual AB Level 2 Award provides structured theoretical and practical training for learners involved in lifting and rigging operations, focusing on safe equipment use, rigging techniques, load control, planning, communication, and regulatory awareness.

• ICTQual AB Level 2 award qualification

• Practical and theory-based lifting and rigging training

• Covers lifting equipment, rigging gear, and safe operating principles

• Develops load calculation and rigging planning knowledge

• Includes practical skills training in controlled lifting scenarios

• Suitable for construction, manufacturing, logistics, maritime, and oil and gas environments

The ICTQual Level 2 Award in Lifting and Rigging is designed to equip learners with essential knowledge and practical skills for safe lifting and rigging operations. It supports workplace competence by helping learners understand equipment selection, inspection, load control, rigging techniques, and safety procedures.

• Builds essential competence in lifting and rigging operations

• Supports safer selection and use of lifting equipment and rigging gear

• Develops understanding of load weight, centre of gravity, and load stability

• Strengthens awareness of hazards, risks, and control measures

• Promotes effective communication and teamwork during lifting activities

• Provides a progression pathway toward advanced rigging and lifting equipment qualifications

Learners completing this award will develop the core knowledge and practical understanding required to plan, prepare, and support safe lifting and rigging operations in line with accepted safety principles.

• Understand the different types of lifting equipment and rigging gear used in industry

• Select appropriate lifting gear based on load characteristics, lifting requirements, and safety considerations

• Inspect lifting equipment and rigging gear to support safe operation and compliance

• Apply rigging principles, sling configurations, hitch types, knots, and secure attachment methods

• Calculate load weights, centres of gravity, and rigging configurations for safer lifting methods

• Identify lifting hazards, follow safety procedures, and communicate rigging plans effectively

This course is suitable for learners who are new to lifting and rigging or already involved in lifting tasks and want to formalize their knowledge, improve practical capability, and support safer workplace operations.

• New entrants seeking foundational knowledge in lifting and rigging

• Workers involved in lifting, moving, positioning, or securing loads

• Riggers, helpers, and lifting team members requiring structured training

• Safety officers supporting or monitoring lifting and rigging activities

• Supervisors responsible for overseeing safe lifting operations

• Individuals seeking work in construction, manufacturing, logistics, maritime, offshore, oil and gas, or industrial environments

The qualification is designed for learners seeking Level 2 lifting and rigging knowledge and practical competence. Learners should be able to understand safety instructions and participate safely in practical training activities.

• Basic understanding of workplace safety instructions and English communication

• Physical ability and fitness to participate safely in practical lifting and rigging training activities

Assessment is designed to confirm that learners understand lifting and rigging principles and can apply safe practices through knowledge-based and practical evaluation conducted through an approved training centre.

• Written knowledge assessment or question paper

• Practical observation of lifting and rigging tasks

• Scenario-based assessment of lifting planning and safe rigging decisions

• Oral questioning or assessor-led review of learner understanding

Successful learners may progress to higher-level rigging, crane operation, lifting equipment inspection, or wider occupational health and safety training to support career advancement in lifting operations and industrial safety roles.

• ICTQual Level 3 Award in Advanced Rigging

• ICTQual Level 3 Award in Crane Operations

• ICTQual Level 4 Certificate in Lifting Equipment Inspection

• Advanced occupational health and safety training or supervisory lifting operations roles