
OPITO RIGGER COMPETENCE ASSESSMENT
This 2-Day Rigger Competence Assessment (previously named Stage 3) Training Course is designed to assess and certify the competence of riggers in the energy industry.
It aims to ensure that riggers have the necessary skills and knowledge to safely and effectively use lifting equipment and accessories in their role.

DATES
TIMINGS
You will receive short breaks throughout the course.
ADDRESS
LOCATION
GPS: -33.942664, 23.494227
Course Information
Who is the course for?
What does this course cover?
Course Entry Requirements
OPTION 1
- A valid OPITO approved Rigger Initial Training Certificate awarded within the previous 32 months.
*and* - A fully completed and valid OPITO Rigger Workplace Experience Logbook and supporting evidence for each of the 50 tasks*, such as a copy of the lifting plan, permit or toolbox, based on the OPITO Rigger Initial Training Standard and Rigger Workplace Experience Logbook requirements. The logbook must be signed as true and valid by the employing company head of discipline or the employing company discipline manager and confirmed by the centre as being present and correct prior to assessment taking place.*Supporting evidence is not required for learners who completed the Initial Training Standard (previously Stage 1) between February 29th, 2020, and February 28th, 2022.
*or* - If a learner completed the Rigger Initial Training Standard (previously Stage 1) between 1st November 2021 and 30th November 2023, a fully completed and valid OPITO Rigger Workplace Experience Logbook and supporting evidence for each of the 10 tasks, such as a copy of the lifting plan, permit or toolbox talk, based on the OPITO Rigger Initial Training Standard and Rigger Workplace Experience Logbook requirements.The logbook must be signed as true and valid by the employing company head of discipline or the employing company discipline manager and confirmed by the centre as being present and correct prior to assessment taking place.
OPTION 2
OPTION 3
Please note that after two years the certificate would no longer be valid.
NOTE:
Learners who possess an OPITO Rigger Assessment or Re-Assessment Certificate which has expired by more than 6 months will be required to attend the OPITO Rigger Initial Training prior to undertaking the Rigger Competence Assessment. In these instances, there will be no requirement to complete a Work Experience Logbook.
Medical Entry Requirements
All individuals who participate in such activities must be capable of participating fully.
Physical
Medically Fit
Proof of Identity
Outcomes
Outcome 2: The Lifting, moving, lowering and landing of a load
The course is comprised of two parts:
UNIT 1 OIS-202
The Knowledge Assessment comprises a written test of which the pass mark is 80%.
UNIT 2 OIS-200
The learner will be expected to carry out two rigging and lifting operations for their assessment, where they will be expected to lead the rigging and lifting operations.
Certification
OPITO Certificate of Competence
The certificate is valid for two years.
Course, Accommodation, Meals and Travel
Course Price
- Training + Assessment – R12 000.00
- Accommodation at the training centre (with Wi-Fi and DSTV) – FREE
TOTAL COST: R12,000.00
Accommodation
Meals (breakfast & dinner)
- Meals can be ordered from an on-site menu
- Meals can be ordered from a local restaurant and collected
- There is a self-catering kitchen on-site if you wish to cook for yourself
Travel Arrangements
Closest Airport
For candidates travelling by bus from other areas, i.e. Gauteng, Mpumalanga or Eastern Cape, we provide a free pickup service from the Plettenberg Bay bus station during daylight hours.
You will need to confirm your arrival times with us the week before training.
Shuttle Information
• We will also pick up candidates at fuel stations along the N2 from Caledon to Knysna between 1200 and 1600 hours
• The shuttle will return to Cape Town on a Friday afternoon
• The shuttle is available on a first come first served basis
• If you are flying to George airport please try to arrive after 1400 hours on Sunday and we shall collect between 1400 – 1600 hours for free
• For international travel, if you are flying into South Africa please fly to Cape Town and arrive on Saturday. Make your own accommodation booking for the Saturday and travel arrangements to the shuttle pickup point on Sunday morning.
Closest Bus Station
Below are links to the popular bus services:
1) www.translux.co.za
2) www.citytocity.co.za
3) www.intercape.co.za (recommended bus service if travelling from Johannesburg). You can book online with Intercape via www.intercape.co.za or at most ShopRite and Checkers stores.
General Information
While you are here...
- Our driver can take you into town every Tuesday and Thursday. This service is provided free of charge.
- We provide a duck feather duvet to ensure you stay warm at night and a towel. Please ensure you bring toiletries.
- The weather in Plettenberg Bay can get quite cold, so please bring WARM CLOTHES.
- The accommodation is on the same premises as the training venue.
- We provide kitchen facilities (fridge, microwave, kettle and gas cooker).
- Please ensure that you bring comfortable clothes to train in.
- Training activities contained within this course may include physically demanding and potentially stressful elements.