{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:50:51.740Z","occupation":{"soc":"49-9096.00","title":"Riggers","group":"Installation, Maintenance & Repair","sector":"23","jobZone":2,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers rigging practice in construction, industrial, and specialty environments including load attachment, hoisting operations, confined-space maneuvering, crew coordination, and safety management across entry through principal career levels.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Basic rigging terminology and equipment names — identify and define under direct supervisor guidance on an active job site.","Pre-use inspection checklists — apply to cables, slings, and hooks following established protocols before each lift.","Hand signals and verbal communication cues — recognize and respond to when directed by an experienced rigger during load movements.","Simple load attachment points — identify and use hand tools to secure basic loads to rigging hardware under close supervision.","Standard gear selection charts — read and reference to match cable or pulley ratings to given load weights with supervisor confirmation.","Personal protective equipment requirements — follow and demonstrate correct use in a construction or industrial rigging environment.","Rigging equipment storage procedures — assist with dismantling and organizing gear after use according to site protocols.","Basic hoist and pulley operation — observe and perform simple tasks under direction to support material movement on a job site.","Work order documents and rigging plans — read and interpret basic written instructions to prepare for assigned tasks.","Safety hazard recognition — identify common rigging dangers such as overloaded lines or improper angles and report them to a supervisor."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Rigging safety tests — conduct pre-lift checks on assembled rigging systems with reduced oversight to confirm load integrity.","Worker coordination signals — issue clear hand and verbal signals to hoist operators and ground crew during routine lifting operations.","Load attachment techniques — apply slings, shackles, and chains to varied load shapes using appropriate hitches in a production environment.","Gear selection decisions — evaluate load weights, dimensions, and facility constraints to choose cables, pulleys, and winches independently for standard lifts.","Multi-point suspension setups — rig and balance loads at multiple attachment points to enable controlled tilting and turning around common obstacles.","Chainfall and gin pole operation — use manually operated equipment to move moderately heavy loads through tight or confined spaces.","Rigging hardware maintenance — inspect, clean, and store equipment after each job and flag worn or damaged components for replacement.","Rigging drawings and load charts — read and apply standard documentation to plan and execute assigned lifts without step-by-step supervision.","Time and task coordination — organize sequence of rigging activities to meet project schedules in a construction or industrial setting.","Incident and near-miss documentation — record and communicate observations using site reporting forms and email software to support safety programs."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex rigging system integrity — design, assemble, and independently test full rigging setups for heavy or non-standard loads across varied industrial environments.","Non-routine lift planning — analyze load geometry, weight distribution, and site restrictions to develop rigging strategies for unusual or high-risk moves.","Confined-space load control — operate chainfalls, gallows frames, and specialized pulling gear to maneuver oversized equipment through narrow or restricted passages.","Advanced suspension maneuvering — execute multi-point rigging techniques to tilt, dip, and rotate suspended loads safely over, under, and around complex obstacles.","Critical gear assessment — evaluate condition and suitability of cables, winches, and blocks for high-consequence lifts using mechanical knowledge and load calculations.","Crew safety oversight — monitor all workers engaged in hoisting operations in real time and intervene immediately when unsafe conditions arise.","Theatrical and specialized rigging — manipulate rigging lines and hoists to position heavy sets or industrial structures with precision in performance or specialty environments.","Rigging problem resolution — apply critical thinking and field experience to diagnose and correct equipment or technique failures during active lifting operations.","Cross-functional coordination — communicate technical rigging requirements clearly to engineers, project managers, and site crews to align on safe lift execution.","CAD and spreadsheet tools — use computer-aided design and calculation software to review rigging diagrams and verify load capacity figures for planned lifts."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Organizational rigging standards — develop, implement, and maintain site-wide rigging procedures and safety protocols aligned with industry codes and regulatory requirements.","Workforce development — mentor and train apprentice and journeyman riggers in equipment use, lift planning, and safety culture across multiple project teams.","High-consequence lift authorization — review, approve, and take ownership of engineered lift plans for critical or exceptionally heavy loads in complex environments.","Program-level safety leadership — lead investigations into rigging incidents and near-misses and drive systemic corrective actions across the organization.","Resource and equipment strategy — direct procurement, inspection cycles, and retirement decisions for the organization's full inventory of rigging hardware and machinery.","Cross-discipline project coordination — partner with structural engineers, project managers, and clients to integrate rigging requirements into overall construction or installation schedules.","Advanced problem-solving governance — establish decision frameworks that enable field crews to resolve non-routine rigging challenges safely and consistently without executive escalation.","Performance metrics and reporting — design and maintain spreadsheet-based tracking systems to measure lift efficiency, equipment utilization, and safety compliance at organizational scale.","Industry knowledge transfer — represent the organization at trade forums, contribute to standards bodies, and translate regulatory updates into actionable internal training.","Emerging technology adoption — evaluate new rigging technologies, software tools, and lifting equipment and lead phased integration into standard field operations."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 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