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Level 2 Award in Rig Safety

The PIMS Level 2 Award in Rig Safety develops practical competence in monitoring safety during rigging and lifting activities.The course focuses on equipment safety, hazard identification, risk assessment, safe...

Training Area HiQual UK
Category Rigging & Lifting
Learning Flexible
Provider PIMS
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Program Overview

The PIMS Level 2 Award in Rig Safety develops practical competence in monitoring safety during rigging and lifting activities.

The course focuses on equipment safety, hazard identification, risk assessment, safe rigging configurations, PPE, team communication, emergency response, incident reporting and corrective actions.

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What You'll Learn

  1. Rig Safety Fundamentals
  2. Rigging Equipment Safety
  3. Slings and Shackles
  4. Hooks and Chains
  5. Equipment Inspection
  6. Defect Identification
  7. Rigging Hazard Identification
  8. Risk Assessment
  9. Unsafe Practices
  10. Environmental Risks
  11. Safe Sling Configurations
  12. Sling Angles
  13. Load Security
  14. PPE Requirements
  15. Safety Briefings
  16. Team Coordination
  17. Emergency Response
  18. Incident Reporting
  19. Safety Monitoring
  20. Corrective Actions
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Who Should Attend?

Who should attend Level 2 Award in Rig Safety

This PIMS Rig Safety course is suitable for Rigging Operatives, Rigging Supervisors, Lifting-Team Personnel, Safety Officers and QA/QC Inspectors.

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Key Benefits

After completing the programme, learners should be better prepared to:

  • Develop rig-safety awareness
  • Strengthen rigging hazard identification
  • Improve equipment-safety checks
  • Develop emergency-response knowledge
  • Improve team safety communication
  • Strengthen corrective-action practices
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Assessment & Evaluation

  • Assessment Type: Written examination, practical safety-inspection project and viva.
  • Format: Multiple-choice questions, applied case studies, hands-on safety project and oral defence.
  • Total Questions: 60 theory questions plus 1 practical project and 1 viva.
  • Passing Score: 70%.
  • Duration: 4–6 weeks (80–100 hours total).
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