CICert - Qualified Rigger - Signalperson Candidate Handbook - 2013

2008-10 Crane Institute of America Certification, Inc. Updated 2010.06.
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Qualified Rigger/Signalperson
Candidate Handbook
Updated: 3.22.2013

These policies and procedures are in
effect as of July 1, 2009
2008-2013 Crane Institute of America Certification, Inc. Updated 03.22.2013
This document contains information for individuals seeking to earn the Qualified
Rigger/Signalperson certification offered by Crane Institute Certification. The policies and
procedures in this handbook are in effect as of July 1, 2009 and were updated March 22, 2013.
Please keep for future reference.

Later in 2013 two additional levels will be added:
Advanced Rigger
Lift Director

CIC will publicize information throughout the year regarding these new levels.

Table of Contents
Governing Committee ..................................................................................................................... 1
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 3
About CIC and its Purpose ............................................................................................................. 3
Non-Discrimination Policy ............................................................................................................. 5
Accommodations for Disabilities ................................................................................................... 5
Eligibility for Certification ............................................................................................................. 6
Registration Procedures .................................................................................................................. 7
Overall Process .......................................................................................................................... 7
Scheduling Exams ...................................................................................................................... 8
Fees ................................................................................................................................................. 9
Written Exams ........................................................................................................................... 9
Practical Exams ........................................................................................................................ 10
Rush Registration ..................................................................................................................... 10
Rescheduling ............................................................................................................................ 10
Other Service Fees ................................................................................................................... 10
Examination Administration Procedures ..................................................................................... 11
Certification Policy ...................................................................................................................... 12
Certification Programs ............................................................................................................. 12
Written Exams ......................................................................................................................... 12
Practical Exams ........................................................................................................................ 12
Certification Cards ................................................................................................................... 13
Confidentiality of Candidate Information .................................................................................... 14
Determination of Passing Scores ................................................................................................. 15
Scoring Your Examination ...................................................................................................... 15
Sample Score Reports .............................................................................................................. 16
Eligibility Requirement Policies .................................................................................................. 19
Code of Ethics Policy ............................................................................................................... 19
Code of Ethics Agreement ....................................................................................................... 19
Substance Abuse Policy ........................................................................................................... 20
Disciplinary Policy ....................................................................................................................... 21
Appeals Policy and Procedures .................................................................................................... 22
Appealing Eligibility Determination or Certification Status ................................................... 22
Request for Scoring Review .................................................................................................... 22
Disciplinary Appeal ................................................................................................................. 22
Ethics Committee ..................................................................................................................... 23
Content Outline for the Rigger/Signalperson Written Exam ....................................................... 24
References ................................................................................................................................ 25
Content Description for the Rigger/Signalperson Practical Exam ............................................... 26
Skills Tested ............................................................................................................................. 26
Scoring ..................................................................................................................................... 26
Reporting .................................................................................................................................. 26
Exam Check-in ......................................................................................................................... 26
Description of Exam ................................................................................................................ 26
Procedures Following the Exam .............................................................................................. 26

References ................................................................................................................................ 27
Security Procedures ...................................................................................................................... 28
Candidate Security ................................................................................................................... 28
Exam Security .......................................................................................................................... 28
Exam Security Agreement ....................................................................................................... 29
Recertification Procedures ........................................................................................................... 30
Appendix ...................................................................................................................................... 31
Request for Accommodation ................................................................................................... 31
Extension Request Form .......................................................................................................... 33
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Crane Institute Certification
the Standard in Certification

Governing Committee

Name CIC Committee & Subject Matter Expertise
(SME)
Company
Anthony Brown Public Awareness, OSHA & Legislative; ASME
B30 Main
A.D. Brown
Consulting
Peter Cooke Rigging Committee, Rigging Manufacturing Columbus
McKinnon
Robert Cooper Practical Exam Committee, Crane Certifier SE Crane Inspections
William C.
Dickinson, Jr.
President, CIC Governing; Co-Chair, Practical
Exams; Rigging Committee; Crane & Rigging;
ASME B30 Main Alternate
Crane Industry
Services
Jeff Dudley Item Writing Committee, Contractor; Rigging &
Crane Safety
Archer Western
Tim Edwards Public Member; Practical Examiner, Crane
Operator Over 75 Tons, Certified
Rigger/Signalperson
Tim Edwards
Machinery Movers
LLC, Mid State
Equipment LLC
James Headley Chair, Inspector; Crane Operations & Safety, ASME
B30 Main-retired
Crane Institute of
America &
Certification
Dave McElrath Public Awareness, Crane Insurance Provider McElrath Insurance
Keith Morical Testing & Co-Chair Practical Exam Committee
Member, President of Testing Partner, 4ROI
4ROI
Mike Parnell Secretary/Treasurer, CIC Governing; Chair Rigging
Committee; Co-Chair ASME B30 Main Crane &
Rigging Expert;
Industrial Training
International, Inc.
Ron Scott Public Awareness, Safety Inspections, Certification,
Legislative
Black Jack Cranes
Paul Zorich Vice President, CIC Governing; Retired ASME B30
Main, Operating Engineer
RPZ International

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Advisory Board

Name CIC Committee & SME Expertise Company
Neil Andrews Lead Technical Specialist; Crane Expert ThyssenKrupp Steel
Paul Boeckman Rigging Committee; Engineering, Rigging
Manufacturer, ASME B30
The Crosby Group
James Cahill Rigging Committee; Engineer Skanska Energy
Robert Cook Public Awareness; Crane Operations Director Pinnacle Refinery
Brian Hope Item Writing Committee; Corporate Safety Manager Caldwell Tanks
Bill Jordan Item Writing Committee; Crane Manufacturing Altec, Inc.
Jerry Klinke Rigging Committee; Crane & Rigging ACRA Enterprises
Henry Lopez Crane Operations Manager; Spanish Chairman Florida Crane
Inspections, LLC
Jerry Lopez Practical Exam Committee; Trainer Laguna Crane
Services, LLC
Wade Pierce Inspector Committee; Maintenance Supervisor Alabama Power
Company
Jeff Roach Practical Exam Committee; Crane Learning
Coordinator
American Elec. Power
Brent Robinson Item Committee; Senior Crane Specialist Alabama Power
Company
William Bill
Russell
Practical Exam Committee; Fleet Test Specialist Southern Company
Georgia Power
Bill Schofield Practical Exam Committee; Crane Operations
Consultant
Schofield Consulting
Doug Smith Item Writing Committee; Global Director HSE
Training and Education
STI Group
Dave Steffens Practical Exam Committee; Construction Industry Lane Construction
Jay Sturm Inspection Committee; Crane Inspections, Safety Crane Aerial Truck
Service
Paul Sweeney Rigging Committee; Crane & Rigging Safety;
ASME B30 Main
General Dynamics
Mike Tillery Item Committee; Senior Crane Specialist Southern Company
Matt Trefz Item Writing Committee; Crane Manufacturing Altec, Inc.
Matt Turner Item Committee; Terminal Manager Black Hawk Cranes
Cliff Warren Practical Exam Committee; Crane Safety
Superintendent
Webber LLC

CIC Executive Director

Debbie
Dickinson
Leadership, Crane Industry Certification Expert Crane Institute
Certification

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing Crane Institute Certification (CIC) as your certifying organization
for Qualified Rigger/Signalperson.

This Candidate Handbook contains important information regarding eligibility requirements for
applying for certification, including both the Written and Practical Exams. Please read this
document thoroughly and keep it for reference throughout your certification process.

About CIC and its Purpose

Crane Institute Certification (CIC) was founded in 2007 to provide objective and impartial
assessments for the crane and rigging industry. CICs Qualified Rigger/Signalperson certification
program is the result of the experience and input of experts from a broad range of rigging-related
companies, industry groups, and assessment experts. Subject matter experts include riggers and
supervisors, inspectors, manufacturers and training professionals. The rigging experience and
wisdom represented by these experts is unparalleled. The Rigging Committee is comprised of
the following individuals:

Name
CIC Committee & Subject Matter Expertise
(SME)
Company
Peter Cooke Rigging Committee, Rigging Manufacturing Columbus-
McKinnon
William C.
Dickinson, Jr.
President, CIC Governing; Co-Chair, Practical
Exams; Rigging Committee; Crane & Rigging;
ASME B30 Main Alternate
Crane Industry
Services
Jeff Dudley Item Writing Committee, Contractor; Rigging &
Crane Safety
Archer Western
Mike Parnell Secretary/Treasurer, CIC Governing; Chair Rigging
Committee; Co-Chair ASME B30 Main Crane &
Rigging Expert
Industrial
Training
International, Inc.
Paul
Boeckman
Rigging Committee; Engineering, Rigging
Manufacturer, ASME B30
The Crosby
Group
James Cahill Rigging Committee; Engineer Skanska Energy
Jerry Klinke Rigging Committee; Crane & Rigging ACRA
Enterprises
Paul Sweeney Rigging Committee; Crane & Rigging Safety;
ASME B30Main
General
Dynamics

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The purpose of CIC is to promote safety in the rigging industry and provide riggers with more
options to obtain certification. Furthermore, CIC has joined its expertise in the industry with the
assessment expertise of 4ROI, based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to ensure the ongoing validity
and reliability of its written and practical exams as well as a flexible and user-friendly exam
administration process. CIC is committed to your success and satisfaction. If you have further
questions after you read the Candidate Handbook, please call CIC Customer Service at
770.783.9262 or email us at help@CICert.com. CIC will be pleased to provide further
information about our certification programs.
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Non-Discrimination Policy

Crane Institute Certification does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, gender,
disability, religion, or national origin.

Accommodations for Disabilities

Crane Institute Certification will provide reasonable accommodation to its testing process to
individuals requesting such an accommodation in compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA).

In general, an accommodation will be made in the event that a disability is relieved by an
auxiliary aid or a procedural change in the administration of an exam.

It is the responsibility of the applicant seeking an accommodation to provide the documentation
listed below to Crane Institute Certification via the online registration system at least 4 weeks in
advance of the exam for which the candidate is seeking accommodation.

The applicant must provide the following:
The exam types specific to the accommodation request
Name the disability and when it was first diagnosed
List any previous accommodations provided for the
disability and a description of the specific accommodation
requested.

In the event that an individual is requesting an accommodation that is recognized under the ADA
and the request has been submitted in a timely and accurate manner, Crane Institute Certification
will grant the accommodation at no cost to the individual requesting the accommodation. The
intent of the ADA is to provide equal access to all individuals to the testing process and to ensure
that reasonable accommodations are provided to gain access to the process. Crane Institute
Certification will not grant any accommodation that limits its ability to measure the ability of an
individual to safely perform their job as defined by the ASME Standard for Slings, B30.9-2012,
Hooks B30.10-2011 and Below Hook Lifting Devices, B30.20-2011 and applicable mobile and
tower standards related to rigging.

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Eligibility for Certification

Eligibility for Crane Institute Certification as a Qualified Rigger/Signalperson includes the
following:

Requirement Required Documentation
Be 18 years of age or older Provide government-issued photo ID (i.e., drivers
license, passport) at exam site; CDL licenses may be
mandatory in some areas.
Pass the Qualified Signalperson &
Qualified Rigger Basic Written
Exam
Earn a passing score on written exam(s)
Pass the Qualified Signalperson &
Qualified Rigger Basic Practical
Exam
Earn a passing score on the practical exam
Honor the Crane Institute
Certification Code of Ethics
Read and sign the Code of Ethics Policy
Adhere to the Crane Institute
Certification Substance Abuse Policy
Read the Substance Abuse Policy and sign the Code
of Ethics Agreement

Candidates may question their eligibility determination or certification status by
writing or emailing the CIC Executive Director. The Director will provide
additional explanation. If desired, the candidate or the Director may refer the
matter to the Governing Committees Examination Committee for review and
reconsideration, as appropriate.

Debbie Dickinson, Executive Director
P.O. Box 2049
Villa Rica, GA 30180
ddickinson@CICert.com


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Registration Procedures

Overall Process
Candidates will complete the following overall process to register for Certification:
Go to www.CICert.com to find information on the certifications offered.
Select Registration and walk through the registration steps online. (Candidates may
register over the phone for an additional fee.)
o Set up profile including user name and password.
o Register the candidates desired certification.
o Select the desired exam location, date, and time.
o Purchase the exam using a credit card.
The candidate will then receive a confirmation email that includes the following:
o Location and time for the exam
o The candidates ID
o Instructions for what to bring and what not to bring to the exam site
o Address and map to the site
o Copies of the Confidentiality Policy, Medical Verification Form, and Code of
Ethics Agreement including the Substance Abuse Policy that the candidate will be
required to sign to qualify
o Instructions for emailing a digital photograph for Certification Card

Arrive at chosen exam location.
o Provide government issued photo ID (i.e., drivers license, passport).
o Read and sign the Medical Verification Form and Code of Ethics Agreement
(which among other things incorporates the Substance Abuse Policy).
Complete appropriate exam(s).
Review certification status and update contact information at www.CICert.com. The
system also provides updates through emails after every exam.
Receive a CIC Certification card.

All registration forms have clear directions to walk users through the process. Additional
detailed context sensitive help is available by clicking the question mark icon.

Registration is available at www.CICert.com.

Re-certification candidates may use this link to register for recertification exams.

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Scheduling Exams
Candidates, or their employers, complete the online registration process that includes registering
a user password, contact information, desired exams, exam date(s), exam time(s), and making a
payment. Written and practical exams can be scheduled in any order, with no waiting period
required between exams. However, all exams for a certification program must be completed
within 12 months; otherwise the candidate will need to restart the process.

CIC recommends that candidates schedule exams at least 4 weeks in advance. However,
candidates may register in as little as 7 days in advance without a rush fee.
Registration or rescheduling in less than 7 days incurs a $50 fee and is not confirmed until the
site affirms availability. The registration system that is set up online will show the closest
exam locations to the candidate along with the available dates for the exams. Call
770.783.9262 or email help@cicert.com for assistance. Technical registration support is
available from CIC by telephone and emails Monday-Friday, excluding holidays.

Be sure to follow the directions and view all email communication carefully when registering.
Incorrect registrations, payment, or documentation will delay scheduling your exam and may
incur additional fees. All deadlines are based upon receipt of payment with your final completed
registration. Candidates or the individual registering the candidate (i.e., their employer) is
responsible for making sure that accurate registrations are completed online at least 7 days in
advance of the desired exam date.

CIC offers certification exams. CIC does not require or provide training for accreditation for
educational programs nor does it provide a course of study that leads to certification. CIC only
offers certification exams. CIC has no legal or financial or other obligation to organizations it
recognizes for training options.

The website www.CICert.com does provide references for gaining knowledge and skills for safe
crane operation.

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Fees
The following fees will be due during the registration process and prior to confirmation of
candidates exam schedule:

CIC exams are affordable. Candidates choose what they want and CIC's online registration
provides candidates with the full cost of written exams up front; thus, avoiding unpleasant
surprises and extra effort of paying multiple times.

Written Exams
Initial Certification or Retest Price
Qualified Signalperson & Qualified Rigger $149

Recertification Price
Qualified Signalperson & Qualified Rigger $149

Exam registration fees are not refundable.
Pricing is for all written tests that are registered at one time and taken on the same day, if
a candidate wants to take tests on different days they will need to register on subsequent
days restarting at the top price category.
Certain sites may have a 5 person minimum.
Beginning Spring 2013 requests for paper exams at electronic sites incur a $12.50/exam
handling fee.
Written exam site and examiner fees are collected at time of registration for convenience.
If testing site schedule allows for this many exams in one day.

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CIC scoring fees for Practical Exams also include reporting and maintaining records
for each candidate.
Practical Exam Sites and Practical Examiners set their own fees for
administering Practical Exams.
Site and examiner fees are charged separately, per the exam site.

Rush Registration

CIC exams can be registered with only 7 days advance notice of the exam date for
no additional fee.
Requests for a rush registrations 6 or fewer days prior to the exam, are made directly
with Rush Exam Sites.
See Exam Sites page for a list of Rush Exam Sites.
CIC charges $50/candidate to process rush registrations
Rush Exam Sites may have additional fees.
CIC cannot guarantee site availability.

Rescheduling

Exams can be rescheduled anytime up to 1 year from the initial registration invoice
date. Exams can be rescheduled at any available exam site.
To reschedule an exam, the buyer simply logs in to www.CICert.com, clicks
on the Candidate Exam Site tab, selects the new location, date, and completes
payment.
If you need help contact help@CICert.com or call customer service at 770.783.9262

Other Service Fees

Type Fee

No show/Late cancellation less than 6 days prior to exam $50*
No show/Late cancellation less than 6 days prior to exam $25*
Paper Written Exam fee per exam $12.50
Rush Shipment (Paper exams only) $50
Duplicate/replacement certification card or request for confirmation of
certification
$25

* Plus Site/Examiner fee

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Examination Administration Procedures
When the registration has been successfully completed and payment has been received, CIC will
send an exam confirmation email to the candidates registered email address.

The Exam confirmation email must be bought to the exam center and includes the address,
reporting date and time, the examination(s) registered for, candidate ID, and items the candidate
needs to bring:
Admission email
Government issued photo identification (passport, drivers license)
(2) #2 pencils with eraser

No other materials are allowed in an exam site.
Exam timeframes are as follows:
60 minutes to complete the 59-item Written Exam
15 minutes to complete the 15-item Practical Exam

These timeframes have been determined to provide more time than needed to complete each
exam. An exam comment form will be available with each written exam if you wish to provide
feedback. In addition, candidates are invited to provide feedback on any other aspect of the CIC
offering (registration, exams, examiners, support, process and pricing) at any time at
help@cicert.com

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Certification Policy
Crane Institute Certification provides certification and recertification exams to assess and certify
a riggers knowledge and practical ability to rig loads that may be moved and placed by a wide
variety of crane types. Certifications are valid for five years and re-certification may be
completed in the 12 months prior to certification expiration.

Certification Programs
Crane Institute Certification offers the following rigger/signalperson certification program:


Exam cover two basic areas what a person needs to know to perform the job and the persons
skill and ability to actually perform the job. Candidates reveal their knowledge in written exams
and demonstrate their skills and abilities during Practical Exams.

Written Exams
Written exams include the following:


Practical Exams
In addition to passing the written exams, candidates must successfully complete a Practical Exam
within 12 months of passing the Written Exam. Extensions beyond the 12 months are rare and
granted only in extreme cases. To request an extension, read and complete the Extension
Request Form at the end of this Handbook.

The Practical Exams require the candidate to perform tasks similar to those required on the job.
Practical exams include the following:
Qualified Rigger/Signalperson Practical Exam (completed at the same time as the
written exam)

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Certification Cards
Candidates earning a passing score on the Written and Practical Exams required for their selected
certification and completing administrative requirements, receive a Certification Card from
Crane Institute Certification.

An individual may request a Replacement Card from Crane Institute Certification by calling
770.783.9262. Crane Institute Certification mails replacement cards within two weeks and charges
$25 to produce and mail a new certification card.

Violation of the Code of Ethics Policy or the Substance Abuse Policy may result in an
individuals certification being suspended or revoked. Should an Action of Discipline occur,
individuals understand and agree to surrender their certification card and not to attempt to work
as a rigger/signalperson certified by Crane Institute Certification. For more information on
Action of Discipline, see the Disciplinary Policy and the Appeals Policies and Procedures in the
CIC Policies and Procedures document on their website at www.CICert.com.

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Confidentiality of Candidate Information

Confidentiality Policy
CIC candidates individual information and results are held strictly confidential by CIC.
Candidates maintain this confidentiality by registering their own contact information through the
CIC website. A candidate who registers their own certification, controls access to their
certification status, score results, and Certification Card.

Candidates may choose to give their results to others by:

1. Physically giving their results to another person or party
2. Registering contact information different than their own to receive results
3. By having an employer or other party, register them for the exam

If candidates want the convenience of having an employers representative, register for their
exam, that employer will have access their exam status, results and Certification Card.

Further, employers, potential employers, regulatory agencies and other interested parties may
request the names of operators who are currently certified by Crane Institute Certification.
Names of certified operators may be published or provided in response to a written online
request, however, Crane Institute Certification, and 4ROI keep actual scores confidential.

At any time, Candidates may request and receive a duplicate Certification Card. A small
shipping and handling fee will apply for duplicate cards.

Confidentiality Agreement

By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to this Confidentiality Policy.
Signature: Date: Candidate ID

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Determination of Passing Scores
CIC exams are criterion-referenced exams. This means that pre-determined cut-off scores must
be reached or exceeded in order for an examinee to pass. This pre-determined score is established
by experts in the crane and rigging industry.

The passing scores for each exam are found in the chart below. Scoring has no relation to the
performance of other examinees; therefore everyone who takes the exam may pass based on their
individual performance.

Scoring Your Examination
Our testing partner, 4ROI, scores and records all exams, written and practical. 4ROI sends an
email, with exam score, within 10 business days and immediately for online written exams.
Candidates, or the coordinator who registered them on their behalf, may also log in to their
account on CICs website and check the status of exams taken.

Exam Type Passing Score Top Possible Score
Written Exam
50 80
Practical Exam
70 100

Once a candidate successfully passes the requirements for certification, 4ROI will mail the
Certification Card.

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Sample Score Report The following is a sample of the PASSING score report:

Candidate: Jon Sample
Candidate ID: AA-#####
Date: 01/01/2013
Site: Industrial Training International-RS-TN
Exam Location: MEMPHIS, TN 38114

Congratulations, Crane Institute Certification is pleased to inform you that you have PASSED
your Rigger/Signalperson Written Examination. This is a major step towards achieving your
certification.

CIC will send your Rigger Certification Card within two weeks of completing all requirements.
If you need to check whether you have fulfilled all requirements you can do one of the
following:

If you registered yourself, go directly to www.CICert.com and login using the username
and password you set up at the time of registration.
If someone else registered you, ask them to check www.CICert.com

Below is a status of your certification. CIC will send your certification card within two weeks of
completing all requirements.
Status Requirement
Completed Provide payment
Completed Provide photo
Completed Meet age requirement
Completed Sign the Ethics Policy
Completed Sign Confidentiality Form
Completed Sign Exam Security Form
Completed Pass Basic Rigger/Signalperson Exam
Exam Confirmed Pass Practical Rigger/Signalperson

If you have questions go to www.CICert.com, see the CIC Candidate Handbook, email CIC at
help@cicert.com, or call 770.783.9262


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Sample Score Report The following is a sample of the FAILING score report:

Candidate: Jon Sample
Candidate ID: AA-#####
Date: 01/01/2013
Site: Industrial Training International-RS-TN
Exam Location: MEMPHIS, TN 38114

We regret to inform you that you have NOT passed your Rigger/Signalperson Written
Examination. Your overall score is 38 and the passing score is 50.

To support your efforts to pass the certification exam in the future the percent of correct
responses for each content area is shown below. Anything less than 100% correct shows room
for improvement. When studying to re-take your exam, make sure to focus on the content areas
of the exam in which you have a lower percentage correct and that make up the largest
percentage of the exam. Please use this information and the resources provided in the Candidate
Handbook and at www.CICert.com to improve your performance.

Content Area % Correct % Exam
Rigging Identification/Inspection 43% 25%
Use of Rigging Equipment 50% 45%
Signaling 56% 30%

CIC will send your Rigger Certification Card within two weeks of completing all requirements.
If you need to check whether you have fulfilled all requirements you can do one of the
following:
If you registered yourself, go directly to www.CICert.com and login using the username
and password you set up at the time of registration.
If someone else registered you, ask them to check www.CICert.com.

When reregistering for an exam please use your existing CIC ID. This will ensure that you
receive your certification card as soon as all criteria are met.
Below is a status of your certification. CIC will send your certification card within two weeks of
completing all requirements.

Status Requirement
Completed Provide payment
Incomplete Provide photo
Completed Meet age requirement
Completed Sign the Ethics Policy
Completed Sign Confidentiality Form

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Completed Sign Exam Security Form
Failed Pass Basic Rigger/Signalperson Exam
Exam Confirmed Pass Practical Rigger/Signalperson

If you have questions go to www.CICert.com, see the CIC Candidate Handbook, email CIC at
help@cicert.com, or call 770.783.9262


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Eligibility Requirement Policies
This section describes CIC requirements for certification eligibility.

Code of Ethics Policy
Individuals certified by Crane Institute Certification are expected to maintain a Code of Ethics.
The Code of Ethics includes being positive role models for safety, operating with best practices
and perpetuating the respect of the profession. Individuals certified by Crane Institute of
Certification demonstrate the value of their work and profession by signing the Code of Ethics
Agreement.

Code of Ethics Agreement
I agree to uphold a Code of Ethics that includes the following:
1. Using my knowledge and skill to accomplish my work in the manner that best safeguards
myself, co-workers, employers, the public and the workplace

2. Being honest with employers, the public and co-workers and not willingly misleading anyone
with regard to work experience, skill, experience or capability in performing the job or the status
of certification

3. Promoting competence and prestige of the industry by following applicable OSHA
Regulations, ASME Standards and industry guidelines to perform job operations safely and
efficiently

4. Working with integrity and without bias regarding race, color, creed, religion, age, gender,
national origin, physical ability or ethnicity

5. Abiding by the Substance Abuse Policy including:

Never reporting to work under the influence of alcohol, an illegal drug or substance

Never using alcohol or illegal drugs while at work or on any work/job site

Never working while under the influence of alcohol or an illegal drug or substance

Never engaging in the unlawful manufacture, distribution, sale, or possession of illegal drugs in
the workplace

Never abusing prescription drugs

Never performing job operations if taking a prescription drug, if the label, or attending
physician, indicates the medication may impair mental or physical performance. However, I may
perform job operations and take the prescribed medication without an adverse effect on
maintaining certification, when, and if, an attending physician advises that the drug or substance
will not adversely affect my ability to safely perform job duties.

For purposes of the Substance Abuse Policy, under the influence means the detectable
presence of any drug or substance in the individuals body that impairs the individual's ability to
perform their duties safely.

6. Reporting safety and other violations of the Code of Ethics to appropriate personnel within
their organization

By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to comply with the previous six (6)
statements. Signature:

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Substance Abuse Policy
The craning industry has a clear obligation to do its utmost to ensure a safe, healthy and efficient
working environment for operators, their co-workers, the customers and the public. The unlawful
or improper presence or use of controlled substances or alcohol in the workplace presents a
danger for everyone. For these reasons, as a condition of achieving and maintaining certification,
operators seeking certification sign the Code of Ethics Policy, which includes the agreement to
avoid substance abuse. In so doing, operators agree to the following: Never reporting to work
under the influence of alcohol, an illegal drug or substance

For purposes of the Substance Abuse Policy, under the influence means the detectable
presence of any drug or substance in the operators body that impairs the operators ability to
operate the crane safely.

Violation of this Substance Abuse Policy may result in disciplinary action up to and including
revoking the operator's certification. Operators should expect their certification to be suspended
or revoked for engaging in the unlawful or unauthorized manufacture, distribution, sale, use or
possession of illegal drugs and use of alcohol in the workplace.

At the sole discretion of the Ethics Committee, an operators certification that was revoked due
to violation of the Substance Abuse Policy may be reinstated under certain conditions.
Conditions for reinstatement include, but are not limited to, the following:

Proof of participation in and successful completion of a treatment, counseling or
rehabilitation substance abuse program that is professionally run and operated
No other incidents of Substance Abuse Policy violations
Taking the General Knowledge, Supplemental and Practical Exams for new
certification(s).

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Disciplinary Policy
Grounds for disciplinary action may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Misrepresentation of any information provided to CIC or its representatives

1. Non-compliance with Code of Ethics
2. Non-compliance with Substance Abuse Policy
3. Any infringement of exam security.

Disciplinary action may include one or more of the following: reprimand, revocation of
certification or potentially civil sanctions. In the event that disciplinary action is taken or decided
upon by the Ethics Committee, an operator may appeal the decision to the Governing Committee
within 30 days of written notification of the decision.

A written appeal must be sent by traceable courier or certified mail, return receipt requested, to
the Executive Director. Specific grounds as to why the appeal should be considered must be
stated.

P.O. Box 2049

For complete appeals process see Appeals Policies and Procedures at www.CICert.com.


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Appeals Policy and Procedures

Appealing Eligibility Determination or Certification Status
Candidates may question their eligibility determination or certification status by writing or
emailing the CIC Executive Director whose address is at the bottom of this page.
The Director will provide additional explanation. If desired, the Candidate or the Director may
refer the matter to the Governing Committee for review and reconsideration, as appropriate. The
Governing Committee will make a final determination within thirty (30) day or receipt of the
request and provide that decision in writing to the Candidate.

Request for Scoring Review
Multiple safeguards are in place to prevent scoring errors. Candidates who do not pass an exam
may request that their exam(s) be reviewed and re-scored by completing an online form titled
Request for Exam Score Review. Requests must be submitted within ninety (90) days of the
original result date and a re-scoring fee of $50 per exam requested will be applied for scoring
review. Re-score reports provide the same information as a Score Report. To maintain exam
security, specific questions missed are not revealed. Scan sheets with incorrect markings do not
qualify as an incorrectly scored exam. However if, a scoring review reveals that an exam was
incorrectly scored, Crane Institute Certification will notify the candidate and employer
immediately and refund the review fee. Scoring reviews may be requested for online exams,
paper and pencil exams, and practical exams.

Disciplinary Appeal
An operator may appeal a disciplinary decision by the Ethics Committee to the Governing
Committee within thirty (30) days of written notification of the decision.

A written appeal must be sent by traceable courier or
certified mail, return receipt requested, to the Governing
Committee c/o the Executive Director whose address is
below. Specific grounds as to why the appeal should be
considered must be stated.

Candidates may appeal to the Governing Committee if
they are in disagreement with how a policy is enforced in
their individual case. The Governing Committee shall
only overrule the Ethics Committees recommendations
and conclusions in the event of the following:

The Code of Ethics was incorrectly applied
The findings of facts by the Ethics Committee were clearly erroneous, arbitrary or
capricious and/or disproportionate to the facts surrounding the violation
The disciplinary sanctions imposed by Ethics Committee were grossly disproportionate to
the facts surrounding the violation
New information, relevant and not available at the time of the original decision, is
provided

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In the event that an appeal is timely and properly prepared, the Governing Committee shall
constitute and serve as an Appeals Panel and shall notify the operator of the date and location of
the appeal hearing. The appeal hearing will be scheduled as soon as possible after receipt of the
notification of appeal. The hearing shall be conducted at the Crane Institute Certification
Headquarters or another location designated by the Governing Committee. The operator is
responsible for their expenses. The operator has the right to have representation at the hearing
but in no event will counsel be allowed to provide testimony in lieu of, or on behalf of, the
operator.

The hearing is closed to third parties with the exception of witnesses, experts, consultants and
legal counsel. The Governing Committee will consider all evidence provided, including the basis
for the original decision reached by the Ethics Committee.

The Governing Committee will reach a decision within thirty (30) days from the appeal hearing
and will notify the parties involved, in writing, of its decision. If the discipline remains, the
Committee will report the name(s) of the disciplined operator(s) and the violation(s). Such
information will become part of the records kept by Crane Institute Certification. This
information will be made available, upon request, to any interested person or public agency
deemed necessary to protect the public. The Governing Committee decision is final and not
subject to further appeal. Once the final decision is made, the matter shall be closed and the files
shall be retained at Crane Institute Certification Headquarters. Members of the Ethics
Committee, the Board of Directors, and others in contact with materials related to the
investigation shall return all information received during the investigation to CIC Headquarters,
where one set of records will be maintained and the remainder destroyed.

Ethics Committee
Alleged ethics violations are reviewed by a three member panel of the Ethic Committee. Appeals
are hear by the Governing Committee Name. Current Ethic Committee members include:

Name Expertise Company
Dave McElrath Insurance for Commercial
Crane Accounts
McElrath & Parrish
Anthony (Tony) D. Brown Retired OSHA Crane Work Consultant
Paul Zorich Retired, ASME B30 Main,
Operating Engineer
RPZ International
Bill Schofield* Schofield Consulting, Inc. Crane Operations Consultant
* Alternate

Executive Director Address:

P.O. Box 2049
ddickinson@CICert.com


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Content Outline for the Qualified Signalperson & Qualified Rigger
Written Exam

1. Rigging Identification & Inspection 25%

Slings

Rigging Hardware

2. Use of Rigging Equipment 45%
Basic Hitch Configurations
Knots and Tagline Use
Sling Protection

3. Signaling 30%

Basic Understanding of Crane Operation & Limitations

o Crane Operation
o Limitations
Crane Capacities
Site Considerations
o Safety Issues/Hazards
o Standards/Regulations
Standard Voice Communication

The exam is scored on a pass/fail basis. The passing score is 50 out of 80 points.

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References for Exams
The following materials include content covered on the Qualified Signalperson & Qualified
Rigger Basic exams.

American Society of Mechanical Engineers. B30.5 - MOBILE AND LOCOMOTIVE CRANES.
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). Inquiries: 800-843-2763
(U.S/Canada) 001-800-843-2763 (Mexico) 973-882-1167 (outside North America) Fax: 973-
882-1717 www@asme.org

American Society of Mechanical Engineers. B30.9 - SLINGS. Publisher: American Society of
Mechanical Engineers (ASME). Inquiries: 800-843-2763 (U.S/Canada) 001-800-843-2763
(Mexico) 973-882-1167 (outside North America) Fax: 973-882-1717 www@asme.org

Garby, Ronald. IPT'S CRANE AND RIGGING HANDBOOK. Publisher: IPT Publishing and
Training Ltd. Inquiries: Phone: 780-962-4548; Fax: 780-962-4819, www.iptbooks.com

Headley, James. Mobile Cranes. Publisher: Crane Institute of America Publishing & Products,
Inc., Inquiries: Phone: 800-832-2726, www.craneinstitute.com

Headley, James. RIGGING. Publisher: Crane Institute of America Publishing & Products, Inc.,
Inquiries: Phone: 800-832-2726, www.craneinstitute.com

Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). 29 CFR PART 1926.550 - CRANES
AND DERRICKS. Publisher: US DEPT. OF LABOR. Inquiries: 1-800-321-OSHA (6742)
www.osha.gov

Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). 29 CFR PART 1910.180 - CRAWLER
LOCOMOTIVE AND TRUCK CRANES. Publisher: US DEPT. OF LABOR. Inquiries: 1-800-
321-OSHA (6742) www.osha.gov

Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). 29 CFR PART 1910.184 - SLINGS.
Publisher: US DEPT. OF LABOR. Inquiries: 1-800-321-OSHA (6742) www.osha.gov

ITI Bookstore. Mikes Rigging Mysteries. The Full Pack - Item 7000, Inquiries: Phone:
360.225.5858, Fax: 360.225.5666, www.iti.com/bookstore

ITI Bookstore. Rigging Gear Inspection Reference Card. Item 3052. Inquiries: Phone:

ITI Bookstore. Journeyman Riggers Reference Card. Item 3012. Inquiries: Phone:

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Content Description for the Qualified Rigger/Signalperson Practical
Exam

Skills Tested
The skills tested are hand signals to direct the crane operator in the placement and movement of
the load.

Scoring
Scoring is based on whether the candidate performs the signal properly according to ASME
standards. Each signal is weighted equally. Practical Exams are scored by 4ROI on a straight
Pass/Fail basis.

The passing score is 70 out of 100 points.

Reporting
The examiner will not be able to provide feedback on your performance. However, your result
will be emailed to your email address of record within 10 days of completing the exam.

Exam Check-in
When the candidate arrives for the Practical Exam, the examiner will do the following:

Introduce himself
Check the candidates government issued ID to verify candidate is person registered for
exam
Give the candidate needed instructions or materials (forms to sign, instructions, etc.).

Candidates may not watch other candidates taking a Practical Exam. The main reasons are that
onlookers may distract the candidate, and/or watching the exam could possibly give other
candidates an advantage. Candidates wait in a waiting area until called to the exam site.

Description of Exam
The practical exam includes demonstrating standard hand signals from ASME standards
relevant to each crane type Mobile B30.5, Tower B30.3, Articulating B30.22 or Overhead
B30.2.

The exam is administered privately one-on-one.
The examiner says the name of the signal aloud and you must demonstrate the hand
signal
You will be tested on a total of 15 signals.
The exam is a maximum of 15 minutes.

Procedures Following the Exam
After the exam, the candidate must leave the exam area. They are not to discuss the exam with
anyone else. Candidate results will be emailed to the email address on record within 10 business
days.

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References for Exams
The following materials include content covered on the Qualified Rigger Advanced exam.

Garby, Ronald. IPT'S CRANE AND RIGGING HANDBOOK. Publisher: IPT Publishing and
Training Ltd. Inquiries: Phone: 780-962-4548; Fax: 780-962-4819, www.iptbooks.com

Headley, James. RIGGING. Publisher: Crane Institute of America Publishing & Products, Inc.,
Inquiries: Phone: 800-832-2726, www.craneinstitute.com

Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). 29 CFR PART 1926.550 - CRANES
AND DERRICKS. Publisher: US DEPT. OF LABOR. Inquiries: 1-800-321-OSHA (6742)
www.osha.gov

Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). 29 CFR PART 1910.180 - CRAWLER
LOCOMOTIVE AND TRUCK CRANES. Publisher: US DEPT. OF LABOR. Inquiries: 1-800-
321- OSHA (6742) www.osha.gov

Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). 29 CFR PART 1910.184 - SLINGS.
Publisher: US DEPT. OF LABOR. Inquiries: 1-800-321-OSHA (6742) www.osha.gov

ITI Bookstore. Mikes Rigging Mysteries. The Full Pack - Item 7000, Inquiries: Phone:

ITI Bookstore. Journeyman Riggers Reference Card. Item 3012, Inquiries: Phone:

ITI Bookstore. Master Riggers Reference Card. Item 3031, Inquiries: Phone: 360.225.5858,
Fax: 360.225.5666, www.iti.com/bookstore

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Security Procedures

Candidate Security
Security procedures are mandatory to preserve and protect personal civil rights, business
property rights, and the public trust. Candidates must have an email that confirms the
candidates exam date, location, Candidate ID, and verification of fees paid to take their exam(s).
In addition, the candidate must provide required documentation and meet additional
requirements for Eligibility for Certification.

Exam Security
Candidates should not bring, or expect to store, bags and personal items not permitted in the
exam area. Items not permitted include cameras, scan or transmitting equipment, cell phones,
pagers, beepers, books and paper.

Candidates may not use or bring their own calculators to the exam area. Crane Institute
Certification provides calculators that perform only basic math functions. Since other types of
calculators may pose a security risk, only the calculators provided, at no charge, by Crane
Institute Certification are permissible.

Exam content is the intellectual property of Crane Institute Certification and is protected by
Federal Copyright Law. Thus, persons who scan, copy, steal, reproduce without permission, use
or relay memorized content, or attempt to do so, are acting illegally. Such a person can expect to
have certification revoked and be prosecuted. A person who finds a way to cheat on an exam or
assist another person with cheating is also violating the intended use of the exam. Crane Institute
Certification will revoke the certification of any operator and/or prosecute to the full extent of
the law anyone who cheats or helps another person cheat the testing process or who makes any
unauthorized reproduction or copy of an exam.

Candidates are required to sign the Exam Security Agreement before taking any Written Exam

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Exam Security Agreement

As a candidate taking a CIC Certification Exam, I, the undersigned, accept responsibility for
maintaining the strict confidentiality of all examination-related materials.

I will NOT:

Destroy or deface any exam materials
Take exam materials from the exam room
Make copies, photographs, or notes of exam questions
Discuss, reproduce or communicate exam questions in any form to any other person or
entity before, during or after the exam
Use any unauthorized notes or aids during the exam
Cheat in any way, including receiving or giving assistance or copying from another
persons exam materials

I have read and understand the terms of this CIC Exam Security Agreement. My signature below
signifies that I agree to the terms of this agreement without reservation. I understand also that
any violation of this agreement may result in disqualification of my exam(s), revocation of my
CIC Certification and civil action.

Signature: Date: Candidate ID

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Recertification Procedures
Crane Institute Certification certifies the Qualified Rigger/Signalperson for a period of five
years. Crane Institute Certification welcomes and offers recertification to individuals who have
valid certifications from other accredited certifying agencies. Recertification is valid for five (5)
years from the original date of certification.
Recertification requirements include the following:
Passing the written and practical exams
Verify ongoing ability to comply with the Code of Ethics and Substance Abuse Policy.

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Appendix
Use the following forms to request special accommodations or extensions. Completing the form
and returning it to CIC does not guarantee that the accommodation will be made, however, CIC
attempt to accommodate legitimate requests.

Request for Accommodation
Crane Institute Certification will provide reasonable accommodation to its testing process to
individuals requesting such an accommodation in compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA).

In general, an accommodation will be made in the event that a disability is relieved by an
auxiliary aid or a procedural change in the administration of an exam.

In the event that an individual is requesting an accommodation that is recognized under the ADA
and the request has been submitted in a timely and accurate manner, Crane Institute Certification
will grant the accommodation at no cost to the individual requesting the accommodation. The
intent of the ADA is to provide equal access to all individuals to the testing process and to ensure
that reasonable accommodations are provided to gain access to the process. Crane Institute
Certification will not grant any accommodation that limits its ability to measure the ability of an
individual to safely rig or signal a load as defined by the ASME Standard that is applicable and
in effect.

Name
Address City, State, Zip
Phone
(h)

(w)

(c)
Email
CIC PIN#

Examinations for which you are seeking accommodations (please check all that apply):


Written

Practical

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Please give the name of the official medical diagnosis for the disability for which you are
requesting an accommodation and the year in which it was first diagnosed.

When was the last time you received an evaluation for your disability?

Please send documentation of the initial diagnosis and most recent evaluation to CIC at the time
of your registration.

Please list and describe the specific accommodations you are requesting:

I attest that the information I have provided above is accurate and true to the best of my
knowledge. I authorize Crane Institute Certification to use the information I have provided in
order to determine the eligibility of my request only. I understand and authorize Crane Institute
Certification to verify the accuracy of the information I have submitted. By signing, I
understand that if the information I have provided is discovered to be false or is a
misrepresentation of a medical condition, then my request for an accommodation will not be
granted.

Signature: Date:

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Extension Request Form
Crane Institute Certification (CIC) allows 12 months from the time the candidate passes the
written exam to take and pass the associated Practical Exam or vice versa. Extensions beyond 12
months may be granted case-by-case in extreme situations. Examples of an approved extension
are a military person called to a long-term, oversees tour of duty or a documented long-term
illness or injury. Typically, if an extension is granted, the maximum allowed extension is 12
months.

To request an extension, complete Sections 1 and 2 of the form below and submit it, along with
any required documentation, to CIC. CIC will advise you of its decision regarding your request
for extension within 2 weeks of receiving the request.

Submit this form and any required documentation to
P.O. Box 2049
Fax: 866.702.9820

Section 1 (Please Print)

Name

Candidate ID #

Address

City

State

Zip

Phone

Email

Verification Statement
Under penalty of perjury, I affirm that all statements I made in this Request for Extension,
and those in any required documentation, are accurate to the best of my knowledge.

Candidate Signature Date

Section 2
State the circumstance for your request. List the type of the supporting documentation you are
providing and include supporting documents when submitting this form. This complete form
and appropriate documentation are required. CIC does not process requests without this
completed form and supporting documentation.

Reason for Request

Documentation Required
Called to Military Service Official notice from military unit stating date notified and
location and date required to report to active duty

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Illness or Injury (Personal or
Family)
Physician statement containing time period unable to work
Other (Please explain fully below.)

Date you anticipate being able to take Practical Exam:

Request for Extension Form (CIC Completes this section)

Date Received By

Date of Response By

Section 3

The preceding request for an extension was

Approved Denied
Further Explanation:

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