The ECITB International Competence Evaluation (ICE) Level 4 Appointed Person Moving Loads (APML) qualification is a formal competence assessment programme designed to independently verify the advanced knowledge, skills, and practical competence required to plan, manage, and control complex lifting and moving-load operations within safety-critical industrial environments. The qualification assesses an individual’s ability to develop and implement lifting plans, evaluate risks, select suitable lifting equipment and resources, and coordinate complex lifting operations in accordance with recognised industry standards, legislation, and safe systems of work. The Appointed Person holds a key role in ensuring that lifting operations are properly planned, appropriately supervised, and carried out safely, helping to prevent dropped loads, equipment failure, damage to assets, and serious injury.
Successful completion of the ECITB ICE Level 4 APML qualification provides independent verification that the candidate has achieved the required advanced level of competence to undertake appointed person responsibilities for moving-load operations, including the planning, coordination, and control of complex lifting activities in accordance with ECITB requirements and industry best practice.
To achieve the ECITB ICE Level 4 Rigging qualification, candidates must successfully complete the ECITB technical test and associated practical competency assessments for TIRIG07 – Planning a Rigging Operation.
Successful completion of these assessment components provides independent verification that the individual has achieved the required standard of competence to undertake Appointed Person Moving Loads activities safely, effectively, and in accordance with ECITB requirements.
The qualification assesses knowledge and competence across the following areas:
On completion, learners receive a globally recognised certification ensuring they have the required training and competence to perform rigging operations safely and efficiently. The certification provides transferable credentials for high-risk sectors like oil and gas, renewables, and heavy engineering.
Yes, the ECITB Rigging International Competence (ICE) Level 3 Qualification is widely recognised and transferable across engineering, oil and gas, and construction sites worldwide. It is globally accepted.
Yes. We run tailored group training aligned to your project’s compliance requirements, on your schedule. Arrange team training.
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ECITB Appointed Person Moving Loads (APML) International Competence (ICE) Level 4 Qualification
AWARDING ORGANISATION
ECITB
REGULARITY AUTHORITY
ECITB
QUALIFICATION TYPE
ECITB International ICE Qualification Level 4
QUALIFICATION LEVEL
Operational/technician Support Level
GRADING SYSTEM
Pass/referred
TOTAL TRAINING HOURS & DAYS
14-20 hours. Minimum 3 days
RECOMMENDED ENTRY/PRE-REQUISITES
Candidates should have significant and demonstrable industry experience in rigging, lifting operations, and the planning and management of complex moving-load activities. Candidates would typically be experienced riggers, lifting supervisors, lifting engineers, or personnel progressing from the ECITB ICE Level 3 Rigging qualification into appointed person responsibilities.
DELIVERY
In Centre – Bahrain Training Centre
FORMAT
Prior to undertaking the TIRIG07 assessment, candidates must have successfully completed one of the following routes:
ECITB Training Route:
Successfully completed the ECITB Appointed Persons Moving Loads (APML) 4-day training course and examination; and successfully completed the ECITB APML work-based task assignment.
Experience Route:
Demonstrated and verified relevant industry experience working at the required Appointed Person level, with evidence of the knowledge, skills, and practical competence necessary to plan, coordinate, and control complex lifting and moving-load operations.
Candidates should also possess a sound understanding of lifting regulations, risk assessment, lifting equipment, load assessment, lifting plans, and safe systems of work. Due to the level of responsibility associated with the role, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to plan and manage lifting operations safely and effectively in accordance with ECITB requirements and industry best practice.
DELIVERY
In Centre – Bahrain Training Centre
FORMAT
Assessment is conducted using ECITB-approved assessment processes and consists of the following elements:
Knowledge Assessment
Computer-based theoretical assessment.
Multiple-choice and technical knowledge questions covering Appointed Person Moving Loads principles, procedures, equipment, and industry best practices.
80% pass mark required.
Practical Competence Assessment
Candidates are required to demonstrate practical competence in:
Appointed Person Moving Loads – Planning a Rigging Operation.
Practical assessments are conducted against ECITB performance criteria and require candidates to demonstrate the ability to safely plan, prepare, and execute the specified Level 4 Appointed Person Moving Loads activities in accordance with approved procedures, industry best practice, and ECITB assessment standards.
PRICE
On enquiry
Yes, the Appointed Person Moving Loads (APML) International Competence (ICE) Qualification Level 4 is fully accredited, regulated, and quality-assured directly by the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB), which is an official arms-length body of the UK Government’s Department for Education.
Yes. We run tailored group training aligned to your project’s compliance requirements, on your schedule. Arrange team training.
