Rigging Supervisor, Lifting Supervisor, Rigger, Banksman, Flagman certification

The certification will be conducted in-person in Qatar only.

Scheme title: Rigging Supervisor, Lifting Supervisor, Rigger, Banksman, Flagman Certification

This Certification Scheme is specifically written to define a Certification process of Rigging Supervisor, Lifting Supervisor, Rigger, Banksman, Flagman meeting the requirements of relevant industry standards and regulations. Types of certifications covered are listed in the table below.

Sr. No. Type of Certification

  1. Rigging Supervisor
  2. Lifting Supervisor
  3. Rigger
  4. Flagman

Note: This certification is not a license.


Objectives

  1. Certification of Rigging Supervisor, Lifting Supervisor, Rigger, Banksman, Flagman mentioned in the scope who are successfully completing the assessment criteria relevant to industry standards and regulations
  2. Assurance of safe working practices for Rigging Supervisor, Lifting Supervisor, Rigger, Banksman, Flagman
  3. Fewer accidents, injuries, fatalities and property damage

Reference standards

  • QP-PAI-STD-005: 2020 Rev 0, Qatar Energy Standard for Lifting Equipment, and operations
  • ISO 15513: 2000, Cranes — Competency requirements for crane drivers (operators), slingers, signallers and assessors

Applicable pre-requisite
D-I-NP-LDAA-17024-07


For Rigging Supervisor/Lifting Supervisor

Initial Certification

Experience

  • Have a minimum of eight (8) years of rigging experience in lifting activities, with at least three (3) years of supervisory experience.

Physical and Education Qualifications

  • At least 30 years of age and physically fit
  • Educated to a minimum secondary level
  • Capable of reading, speaking, writing and understanding the English language
  • Have strong administrative and supervisory skills to schedule, monitor and control the LE personnel and lifting operations
  • Certified physically and medically fit, including eyesight, Colour blindness test, hearing and reflexes, by a Qatar registered medical practitioner and/or QE-owned medical centres.

Training and Certification Requirements

  • Attend 4 Days training course provided by any QE Approved Training Service Provider
  • Qualify the 5th day’s examination with a minimum cut-score of 70%.

Recertification

  • Recertification candidate shall satisfy the requirements specified in section 1.1 Moreover, the candidate shall produce evidence and records to confirm his continued competence and ongoing compliance with the above-mentioned scheme requirements.
  • Hold a valid certificate of competence issued by a QE Approved Training Service Provider or an internationally recognized body acceptable to QE Approved Training Service Provider and accepted by a QE Competent Person.

Training and Certification Requirements

  • Attend 2 Days training course provided by any QE Approved Training Service Provider.
  • Qualify the 3rd day’s theoretical examination with a minimum cut-score of 70% and practical assessment with a minimum cut-score of 80%.

For Rigger/Banksman/Flagman

Initial Certification

Experience

  • Have a minimum of three (3) years of experience

Physical and Education Qualifications

  • Minimum 21 years of age
  • Capable of reading and understanding the English language sufficient for the fulfilment of their function in a safe manner
  • Certified physically and medically fit, including eyesight, Colour blindness, hearing and reflexes, by a Qatar registered medical practitioner.

Training and Certification Requirements

  • Attend 2 Days training course provided by any QE Approved Training Service Provider
  • Qualify the 3rd day’s theoretical examination with a minimum cut-score of 70% and practical assessment with a minimum cut-score of 80%.

Recertification

  • Recertification candidate shall satisfy the requirements specified in section 1.1. Moreover, the candidate shall produce evidence and records to confirm his continued competence and ongoing compliance with the above-mentioned scheme requirements.
  • Hold a valid certificate of competence issued by a QE Approved Training Service Provider or an internationally recognized body acceptable to QE Approved Training Service Provider and accepted by a QE Competent Person

Training and Certification Requirements

  • Attend 2 Days training course provided by any QE Approved Training Service Provider.
  • Qualify the 3rd day’s theoretical examination with a minimum cut-score of 70% and practical assessment with a minimum cut-score of 80%.

Assessment criteria

  • Theoretical Examination (Minimum Score required 70%)
  • Practical Assessment (Mini mum Score required 80%)