December 21, 2026 @ 5:00 pm - March 29, 2027 @ 9:15 pm
$250.00
This course is provided to UA Members Only!
Rigging Certification
UA/EPRI Industrial Rigging Certification
The EPRI (Electric Power Research Institute) certification is a highly specialized credential required to work as a professional rigger or rigging supervisor on industrial sites, particularly in nuclear, coal, and refinery sectors. It demonstrates a candidate’s advance knowledge of load weight calculations, sling selection, and safe hosting practices.
This 60-hour course will cover best rigging practices and the proper set up and hand-on use of rigging equipment. This class is designed to prepare students to perform the rigging procedures required for the practical examination and written portion to earn the UA/EPRI Industrial Rigging Certification.
This course will review rigging safety, framework and crane signal person pre-requisites. Lab/shop demonstrations provide hands-on experience and knowledge of best rigging practices. The course requires a student to demonstrate proficiency in practical and written examinations to earn the UA/EPRI Industrial Rigging Certification.
An examinee must receive an 80% score of better on both the written and the practical portions of the test.
Certifications are valid for 5 years after which a recertification is required.
This course will meet 15 nights, once a week (4hrs.) over 15 weeks. 12/21, 12/28, 1/4, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 2/15, 3/22, and 3/29.
Space is limited. Reservations will be secured with payment in full. Complete and submit the registration form and you will be redirected for payment. There is an additional 3% service fee for debit/credit card payments. To avoid service fees, tuition can be paid via check by phone. Please have your bank routing and account numbers available. No cash accepted.
