Training Course

Lift Director

Lift Director

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Lift Director Training Course

The Lift Director oversees and directs critical hoisting and rigging operations on the jobsite, ensuring lift plans are properly executed and that OSHA, ASME B30.5, and DOSH requirements are followed from start to finish. This role is a key part of our Hoisting, Rigging & Signaling training program, focused on planning, supervising, and directing safe crane and lifting operations. Lift Director training is available as part of our Hoisting, Rigging & Signaling course — contact us to discuss scheduling a session for your team.

  • 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.
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Travis Brock

Owner; CSP, ASP, CHST

Lift Director Training Course Request & Availability

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We will do our best to accommodate your preferred date and time, but it may not be available.