OSHA Pros, LLC Discusses Timeline for Becoming an OSHA Qualified Rigger

February 25, 2025 at 14:40 PM EST

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North Richland Hills, TX -- (ReleaseWire) -- 02/25/2025 -- OSHA Pros, LLC is proud to provide OSHA qualified rigger training through OSHA.net. An OSHA qualified rigger is needed on any job site involving heavy lifting and complex load movements.

Rigging requires a deep understanding of equipment, hand signals, safety protocols, and load estimation to ensure the safe and efficient transport of materials. But how long does it take to become an OSHA qualified rigger?

Though OSHA's qualified rigger training course only takes 1.5 hours, OSHA Pros, LLC points out that the process to becoming a competent rigger is much longer, taking months of hands-on experience.

OSHA Qualified Rigger Training Course

OSHA's rigger training course serves as an introduction to the basics of rigging. While the course itself may be only 1.5 hours, it provides a valuable foundation for entry-level riggers. This online course covers critical topics such as:

- Introduction to rigging
- Estimating weights and chapters on sling angles
- Types of rigging gear
- Types of hand signals
- Safety hazards

On-the-Job Training

After completing the OSHA qualified rigger course, the hands-on training begins. Working under the guidance of experienced riggers, trainees spend weeks or even months learning how to assess load weights, choose the proper rigging equipment, and follow complex lift plans. This hands-on experience is critical to ensuring riggers develop the confidence and skill required to keep themselves and their coworkers safe.

About OSHA Pros, LLC
OSHA Pros, LLC gets professionals ready for their future through OSHA qualified rigger training online. Through their comprehensive training, prospective riggers gain the critical skills needed to communicate effectively with crane operators, secure and inspect rigging equipment, and anticipate potential hazards.

With this training, individuals are well-prepared to handle the responsibilities of a qualified rigger, ensuring safer, more efficient job sites for everyone involved! Visit www.osha.net to enroll in OSHA qualified rigger training today!