Rigging Course Brisbane
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Rigging Course Brisbane
The rigging course Brisbane for your basic RB licence takes you beyond directing lifts and into actually rigging the loads. It expands your legal scope to include rigging of plant and equipment, structural steel, and tilt-up concrete panels - moving you into higher-paying rigging roles on Brisbane construction and civil sites.
Shamrock Training runs the rigging course Brisbane at our Northgate training centre. Our trainers have rigged real loads on real sites - the practical component reflects how the work actually happens.
How Long Does the Rigging Course Brisbane Take?
DURATION
5 days
PREREQUISITE
Valid Dogging (DG) Licence
OUTCOME
RB licence
PRICE
$1,750
Who Needs the Basic Rigging Course in Brisbane?
Workers in construction and civil projects involved in rigging plant and steel
Dogmen who want to expand their ticket and take on rigging work
Workers on Brisbane construction sites where structural rigging is part of the job
Anyone moving toward a career in rigging and lifting operations
Workers whose employers require an RB licence before assigning rigging tasks
The basic rigging licence (RB) is a high risk work licence issued by WorkSafe Queensland. You must hold it before performing rigging work on any Queensland site.
What the Rigging Course Brisbane Covers
Theory:
Rigging equipment wire rope slings, chain slings, synthetic slings, shackles
Load calculation methods and centre of gravity principles
Safe working load requirements and rigging hardware ratings
Rigging configurations for plant and structural steel applications
Tilt-up and precast concrete panel rigging principles
Lift planning - pre-lift checks and documentation
Queensland WHS regulations for rigging work
Practical:
Inspecting and selecting rigging hardware for specific lifts
Setting up rigging for plant and equipment
Steel erection rigging configurations on real loads
Tilt-up rigging setup and communication with crane operator
Pre-lift checks - confirming weight, balance, and sling angles
Communication with crane operators during live lifts
Sign-off and documentation after completed lifts
Next Step After Your Rigging Course Brisbane
After your basic RB licence and some practical experience, the next step is the intermediate rigging course - adding mast climbing platforms, hoists, and more complex rigging to your scope.
Where We Train - Brisbane Northgate
Northgate training centre near Brisbane Airport. Workers come from Nundah, Banyo, Eagle Farm, Geebung, Virginia, Hamilton, Hendra, Chermside, Kedron, and across Brisbane's northern corridor.
COURSE DETAILS
FAQs - Rigging Course Brisbane
Do I need a dogman licence before doing the rigging course in Brisbane?
Not necessarily. Entry pathways depend on your site experience. Call us before booking and we'll confirm the right starting point for where you're at.
How long is the basic rigging course in Brisbane?
Typically one to two days. Contact us for current scheduling.
Is the basic rigging licence nationally recognised?
Yes. All rigging HRWLs issued in Queensland are nationally recognised and valid across Australia.
What's the difference between the basic rigging course and the dogman course?
A dogman licence covers directing crane operations and attaching loads. The basic rigging course adds rigging of plant, equipment, and structural steel. Many workers hold both.
Can I do the rigging course and dogman course together?
Depending on scheduling, courses can sometimes be combined. Contact us to discuss your goals.
Book Your Training in Brisbane
We run courses weekly from our Brisbane training centre, with flexible weekday and weekend availability. Demand is high, especially before major project starts across key industrial areas.
Need on-site training? Our trainers can travel anywhere in Queensland.