Refresh key Basic Rigging knowledge commonly assessed during a High Risk Work VOC. This page provides assessment-aligned guidance and a knowledge check to help you feel prepared.
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This section confirms your understanding of what tasks a Basic Rigging High Risk Work Licence allows and does not allow, including supervision limits and restricted activities. Assessors use these questions to ensure you clearly understand licence boundaries and legal responsibilities.
Yes.
No.
Yes.
No.
Yes.
Yes.
Yes.
No.
No.
Yes.
Yes.
No.
This section focuses on basic steel erection principles, including identification of high-strength components, safe erection sequencing, load behaviour, and access requirements. You are expected to understand why specific methods are used to maintain stability and control risk during erection.
3 radial lines and “8.8”.
3 arcs.
It has 3 nibs.
With temporary bracing or guying.
A remote release (or ratchet release) shackle.
1 horizontal to 4 vertical (or 75°)
In compression.
At the panel points.
From the bottom up.
No.
To stop the beam from rolling.
One.
This section tests your knowledge of lifting systems and mechanical components, including rope types, sheaves, purchase systems, and winch drum requirements. Assessors are confirming you can select, configure, and use lifting equipment correctly and identify causes of equipment damage.
Yes.
No.
Rope diameter ÷ 2
Rope diameter × 1.5
Larger.
42°
52°
Flattening of the rope.
Pinching and abrasions of the rope.
A single fixed block.
Two double blocks.
One double block and one treble block.
Rope diameter ÷ 3
Rope diameter × 3
Rope diameter × 2
Right hand side.
Left hand side.
Left hand side.
Right hand side.
Two.
This section covers temporary access and fall-protection equipment commonly used during basic rigging work, such as safety nets and cantilevered platform hoists. You must understand minimum compliance requirements, clearances, spacing, and stability limits to ensure safe installation and use.
100 mm.
200 mm.
1 m and 6 m.
¼ and ⅕ of the shortest side length.
⅔ of the shortest side length or 2 m, whichever is greater.
⅔ of the maximum fall height plus 2 m.
750 mm.
1.5 m.
25 mm and 100 mm.
1.8 m.
6 m.
3 m.
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