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16-Hour Rigging Supervisor Refresher
16-Hour Rigging Supervisor Refresher
This NYC DOB-approved 16-hour refresher course is required for individuals maintaining their designation to supervise the hoisting or lowering of articles on the outside of a building with hoisting equipment. It is also a prerequisite for Master Rigger license renewal.
Important: This refresher is only valid if completed within 4 years of your last initial or refresher course. If more than 1 year has passed since your certification expired, you must retake the full 32-Hour Rigging Supervisor initial course — not this refresher. If you are unsure which applies to you, contact us before registering.
Who This Course Is For
- Rigging supervisors renewing their designation under NYC Building Code §3316.9.2
- Master Rigger license holders renewing their license (this course is one of two required renewal components, along with an 8-hour lift director refresher)
- Individuals whose rigging supervisor certification expired within the past year
Course Format
Hybrid — Zoom (virtual live) + In-Person day
Note: This course is delivered as a combination of in-person and virtual live sessions.
Instructor
[Instructor Name(s)]
Zoom Link
Click to join virtual sessions: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/V2LC4gGYQqWLeCUAysGziQ
Registration
Registration is required before joining: https://nextwavesafety.com/register/
Schedule
| Date | Day | Time (EDT) | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 15, 2026 | Saturday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM | In-Person |
| August 16, 2026 | Sunday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Zoom |
In-Person Location (August 15 only): 119-11 Jamaica Ave, Richmond Hill, NY 11418
Once you have paid for the course, please email us at sst@nextwavesafety.com or call 212-933-9071 to obtain the passcode to access the class.
Pricing
$400.00 per person
Group rates available for groups of 5 or more — call 212-933-9071 for a custom quote.
Course Topics Covered (click to expand)
- Introduction to cranes and derricks — inspection, maintenance, repair, use, installation, and industry rigging practices
- Crane and rigging incidents — common causes, historical NYC incidents, 24-month statistics (failure, injury, death), and two detailed failure case studies
- CFR 29 OSHA 1926 overview — Subpart CC (Cranes and Derricks in Construction)
- NYC Code Review — applicable codes, rules, bulletins, and 2022 Building Code Chapter 33 (1 RCNY 3316-01, 3319-01, 3319-02)
- NYC Department of Buildings procedures — permits, department notifications, forms, plans, and inspection checklists
- NYC DOT and Transit Authority requirements for crane/derrick operation
- Basic building structure — structural framing, parapets, roof dunnage, and structural elements used to support rigging equipment
- Inspection of cranes and ropes — periodic, frequent, and annual inspection; hazard identification; wear and failure signs; wire/fiber rope hardware and termination techniques
- Maintenance and repair of cranes and ropes
- Crane setup — ground conditions, outrigger placement, cribbing, and underground infrastructure hazards
- Reading plans and load charts (NYC-approved)
- Site precautions — dense urban environment hazards, high wind, power lines, pedestrian protection, and communication protocols
- Lifting and lowering loads — center of gravity, rigging requirements, critical picks, suspended working platforms, and pull testing of anchorage devices
- Operational aids and safety devices — fall arrest systems, storage, maintenance, and anchorage
- PPE — personal fall arrest systems and other protective equipment
- Crane and derrick safety protocols and emergency procedures
- Crane assembly, jumping, and disassembly
- Rigging requirements — mathematics of rigging, load calculations, center of gravity, wind effects, and buoyancy
- General construction site hazards
- Written multiple-choice assessment
NYC DOB Requirements (click to expand)
NYC Requirement: Per 2022 NYC Building Code §3316.9.2, rigging supervisors who completed their initial 32-hour course must complete this 16-hour refresher every four years to maintain their designation.
Master Rigger Renewal: Per 1 RCNY 104-06(b)(8), Master Rigger license renewal requires completing this 16-hour refresher course plus a Department-approved 8-hour lift director course within the one year before renewal.
Lapsed Certification: If your certification has been expired for more than 1 year, you must retake the full 32-Hour Rigging Supervisor initial course. Contact us if you are unsure which course applies to your situation.
Duration: 16 hours of instructional time, excluding breaks and meals.
Delivery: This course may be delivered in person, via live virtual (Zoom), or as a hybrid. On-demand delivery is not permitted.
Language: Delivered in English.
Questions? Email sst@nextwavesafety.com or call 212-933-9071.