This is what the NCCER test will consist of.

1. National Craft Assessment and Certification Program
B L U E P R I N T
Rigging Fundamentals (RIGFUN38)
Version 1, released July 2005, for Rigging Fundamentals, 1st Module # of
Number Topic Area Questions
Edition, July 2005
00106-04 Basic Rigging 7
Overview – This written assessment is a two-hour,
closed-book examination. You will be permitted to use
38101-05 Rigging Equipment 16
a nonprogrammable, nonprinting calculator during
the examination. The Assessment Center will provide
any necessary pencils. No extra papers, books, notes or 38102-05 Rigging Practices 17
study material are allowed in the testing area. The Total Number of Questions 40
Assessment Center will provide a list of any additional
material that is approved for reference during the
assessment session. There are no approved references for this
assessment.
Study Material – All NCCER written assessments are
referenced to Contren® Learning Series modules. You The cut score for this assessment is 70%
may order modules from Prentice Hall by calling (800)
922.0579 or by logging on to www.crafttraining.com. This form was last updated July 14, 2005
Note: Please see “Topic Area” for module references
Assessment Development – All questions on each
in previous editions, where applicable. You may also
assessment have been developed and approved by
reference the equivalency matrix to find out which
subject matter experts from the respective craft.
older modules apply.
Assessment development and administration operates
under the direction of Prov, NCCER’s testing partner.
Credentials – NCCER will send appropriate
credentials (certificate, wallet card, and official
transcript) to the Assessment Center upon successful
completion of the written assessment. For API
assessments, candidates must meet the cut score of
each individual topic area within the entire assessment
to receive NCCER certification, even if topic area
requirements are met for API.
Training Prescription Reports – Each candidate will
have access to individual results of the written
assessment on NCCER’s website. This training
prescription will include the overall score and results
by topic area.
National Registry – Assessment results will be
maintained in NCCER’s National Registry and be a
part of each candidate’s training records. These
records are stored and become a portable record of
your training and assessment achievements.
Focus Statement – The craft worker must be able to
support their craft with the following fundamental
rigging skills:
• Select and inspect rigging hardware used in
common lifts
• Properly attach rigging hardware and slings for
routine lifts
• Use and interpret hand signals and other
standardized communication
• Select and use chain hoists, comealongs and jacks
in support of craft-related activities
• Demonstrate safety procedures at all times
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