The ECITB Rigging International Competence Evaluation (ICE) Level 3 qualification is a formal competence assessment programme designed to independently verify the knowledge, skills, and practical competence of personnel undertaking advanced rigging and load-handling activities within safety-critical industrial environments. The qualification provides assurance that individuals can safely plan, coordinate, and execute complex rigging operations using a range of rigging techniques and equipment in accordance with recognised industry standards, procedures, and best practices
The qualification assesses an individual’s ability to apply advanced rigging principles and safely perform lifting and load-moving activities involving more complex load configurations, challenging lifting scenarios, and enhanced responsibility for rigging operations. Candidates are required to demonstrate both underpinning technical knowledge and practical competence in advanced equipment selection, load assessment, sling arrangements, load control techniques, communication methods, hazard identification, risk management, and the safe movement and positioning of loads. Advanced rigging competence is critical to maintaining safe lifting operations, preventing dropped objects and lifting incidents, protecting personnel and assets, and supporting operational integrity in high-risk industrial environments.
To achieve the ECITB ICE Level 3 Rigging qualification, candidates must successfully complete the ECITB technical tests and associated practical competency assessments for TIRIG04 – Rigging and Moving Complex Engineering-Construction Materials Safely, TIRIG05 – Rigging, Rotating and Upending Complex Engineering-Construction Materials Safely, TIRIG06 – Lifting, Cross Hauling, and Installing Vessels in Restricted Access Areas and TICRA01 Supervising Crane Lifting Operations. Successful completion of these assessment components provides independent verification that the individual has achieved the required standard of competence to undertake advanced rigging 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.
DISCIPLINE
ECITB Rigging International Competence (ICE) Level 3 Qualification
AWARDING ORGANISATION
ECITB
REGULARITY AUTHORITY
ECITB
QUALIFICATION TYPE
ECITB International ICE Qualification Level 3
QUALIFICATION LEVEL
Operational/technician Support Level
GRADING SYSTEM
Pass/referred
TOTAL TRAINING HOURS & DAYS
8-16 hours. Minimum 2 days
RECOMMENDED ENTRY/PRE-REQUISITES
Candidates should possess relevant industry experience in rigging, lifting, and load-handling operations and ideally have achieved the ECITB ICE Level 2 Rigging qualification or an equivalent recognised rigging competence standard. Candidates should have experience undertaking advanced rigging activities and be able to demonstrate a sound understanding of lifting operations, rigging equipment, load control, and workplace health and safety requirements.
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 advanced Rigging principles, procedures, equipment, and industry best practices.
80% pass mark required.
Practical Competence Assessment
Candidates are required to demonstrate practical competence in:
Rigging and Moving Complex Engineering-Construction Materials Safely.
Rigging, Rotating and Upending Complex Engineering-Construction Materials Safely.
Lifting, Cross Hauling, and Installing Vessels in Restricted Access Areas.
Supervising Crane Lifting Operations.
Practical assessments are conducted against ECITB performance criteria and require candidates to demonstrate the ability to safely plan, prepare, and execute the specified Level 3 rigging activities in accordance with approved procedures, industry best practice, and ECITB assessment standards.
PRICE
On enquiry
Yes, the Rigging International Competence (ICE) Qualification Level 3 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.
