How This Differs From Signalperson Certification
This training covers the knowledge part of an employer qualification; your company or its evaluator still handles the hands-on check and the qualification decision, and no third-party card is issued. Signal persons who want an accredited, portable credential should take the signalperson certification prep course.
Qualification Course Content
Crane types and components
Enough equipment knowledge to understand the movements being signaled.
Principles of communication
Who gives signals, when they are required and how they govern the pick.
Basic hand signals
The essential hoist, lower, stop and emergency stop signals.
Directional signals
Signals for swinging, booming, telescoping and traveling.
Advanced signals
Dog everything, multi-function moves and agreed non-standard signals.
Voice and radio procedures
Clear radio protocol and what qualification testing looks like.
Who Employers Train
- Riggers who also signal
- Laborers on lift crews
- Equipment operators
- Supervisors overseeing picks
How 1926.1428 qualification works
A signal person can be qualified through a third-party qualified evaluator or the employer's own qualified evaluator, and must demonstrate the required knowledge and skills. This course documents the knowledge training; the evaluation remains your responsibility. Read OSHA 1926.1428 for the full requirements.
Training Outcomes
Use the standard hand signal chart for the crane in use
Give continuous voice signals by radio
Recognize when a signal person is required
Agree on non-standard signals before the lift