NCCCO Rigger Level I study guide
NCCCO Rigger Level I · Work through your exam, one topic at a time.
The NCCCO Certified Rigger Level I credential is a nationally recognized certification for individuals who handle and move loads using synthetic slings, chain slings, wire rope slings, metal mesh slings, and rigging hardware. It is designed for those who perform simple, repetitive rigging tasks when the load weight, center of gravity, and rigging configuration are known or provided. The certification process includes both a written and a practical examination. The written exam consists of 60 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 60 minutes, and the practical exam demonstrates basic rigging competency. The NCCCO Rigger Level I study guide has 4 sections and about 1,270 words.
01Inspecting Rigging Before Use
Every lift begins with an inspection, and exam questions reward the habit of rejecting damaged gear before it is loaded. Know the removal criteria for the major components: slings (wire rope, chain, synthetic web), shackles, hooks, master links, swivels, and hardware.
343 words, about 2 min02Hitch Configurations, Capacities, and Basic Knots
A vertical hitch uses one leg straight up and gives full rated capacity. A choker hitch wraps the sling around the load and chokes it; it typically reduces capacity to about 75-80 percent of vertical.
325 words, about 2 min03Recognizing Associated Hazards
Rigging hazards fall into categories: load hazards (overload, shifting, unstable center of gravity), environmental hazards (wind, power lines, poor visibility, ground conditions), personnel hazards (struck-by, pinch points, caught-between), and equipment hazards (shock loading, side loading, worn gear). Shock loading: sudden jerks multiply force far beyond static weight.
290 words, about 1 min04Rigging Equipment and Hitch Applications
Rigging equipment includes wire rope slings , chain slings , synthetic web and round slings , shackles , hooks , master links , swivels , turnbuckles , spreader beams , and tag lines . Each has strengths: chain resists abrasion and heat; wire rope handles heavy loads; synthetic slings are light and non-marring but vulnerable to cuts and heat.
312 words, about 2 min