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EM 385-1-1

EM 385-1-1

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Option A – Initial Certification

EM 385-1-1 – 24-Hour Certification — $895

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Option B – Refresher

EM 385-1-1 – 8-Hour Refresher — $295

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EM 385-1-1 Training Course

EM 385-1-1 is the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual, which sets the safety standards for construction, demolition, and related work performed on USACE and other federal government projects. We offer two levels of training to meet EM 385-1-1 compliance requirements: a 24-hour initial certification course for supervisors, managers, and crew leaders, and an 8-hour refresher course to keep an existing EM 385-1-1 certification current.

  • ASME B30 Hand Signals & Voice Communication Methods for Mobile and Overhead Cranes
  • Understanding Center of Gravity
  • Controlling Loads
  • Weight Estimations
  • Hitch Types (Vertical, Choke and Basket)
  • D/d Ratios
  • Sling loading (Share of load & Load Angle Factors)
  • Inspection Criteria of Rigging Materials
  • Sling and Hardware Types
  • Tagline use
  • Dynamic (shock) loading
  • Power-line Clearances
  • Overhead Hazards
  • Hands-On Exercises
  • Written Exam

Requirements to Participate in this Training Course

Participants must be able to read and understand English, as well comprehend basic math, and use a calculator. Washington State requires a Qualified Rigger and a Qualified Signal person be on-site anytime hoisting and rigging operations are performed in conjunction with a crane.

This training is ideal for rigging personnel, crane operators, lift directors, supervisors, and anyone involved in managing or directing hoisting and lifting operations, ensuring safety compliance on the worksite.

Yes, upon successful completion participants will receive a certificate of completion which is valid for three years and meets NCCCO/DOSH/OSHA requirements.
We offer many Risk Management and Safety Training services. When you're ready, we're here.
Our clients are treated as if we are one of their employees, our goal is customer satisfaction and truly affecting cultural change within a company.

Travis Brock

Owner; CSP, ASP, CHST

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