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NYC DOB TOWER CRANE RIGGER CERTIFICATION EXAM
BASED ON NYC DOB REQUIREMENTS, BUILDING CODE
CHAPTER 33, RCNY §25-01, RCNY §3319-01, & OSHA
STANDARDS 2026/2027 COMPLETE (150) CURRENT
TESTING QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH
DETAILED RATIONALES.
RIGGER
Prepare effectively for the NYC DOB Tower Crane Rigger Exam Practice with this
focused study resource. It supports review of rigging principles, tower crane
operations, load handling, signaling, equipment inspection, workplace safety, and
applicable NYC DOB requirements. Use the material to reinforce your technical
knowledge, review key topics, and identify areas that may require additional study.
This resource is suited for tower crane riggers, construction professionals, signal
personnel, and candidates preparing for the NYC DOB Tower Crane Rigger
examination.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
SECTION 1: LICENSING REQUIREMENTS & REGULATIONS (Questions 1–25)
Question 1:
What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a Tower & Climber Crane
Rigger License in New York City?
A) 16 years old
B) 18 years old
C) 21 years old
D) 25 years old
Answer: B
Rationale: Applicants for a Tower & Climber Crane Rigger License must be at
least eighteen (18) years old. This is a fundamental eligibility requirement
established by NYC DOB regulations.
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Question 2:
How many years of practical experience in tower or climber crane rigging are
required within the seven years prior to application?
A) 2 years
B) 3 years
C) 5 years
D) 7 years
Answer: C
Rationale: Applicants must have at least five (5) years of practical experience
in the tower or climber crane rigging business within seven (7) years prior to
application. This ensures candidates have sufficient hands-on experience
before licensure.
Question 3:
How many hours of Department-approved training must a Tower Crane Rigger
applicant complete?
A) 8 hours
B) 16 hours
C) 30 hours
D) 40 hours
Answer: C
Rationale: Tower Crane Rigger applicants must satisfactorily complete a
thirty (30) hour training course from a Department-approved provider within
three (3) years prior to application.
Question 4:
What is the passing score required for the Tower Crane Rigger written
examination?
A) 60%
B) 65%
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C) 70%
D) 75%
Answer: C
Rationale: The passing score for the written examination is seventy (70)
percent. Candidates must achieve this score to proceed to the practical
examination.
Question 5:
What is the written examination fee for the Tower & Climber Crane Rigger
license?
A) $150
B) $350
C) $525
D) $750
Answer: C
Rationale: The written exam application fee for a Tower/Climber Crane Rigger
candidate is $525. The practical exam fee is an additional $350.
Question 6:
Which NYC DOB document must be submitted to apply for a Tower Crane
Rigger license?
A) Building Permit Application
B) Rigger's Certification Form (RCF)
C) Application for Registration of Riggers (ARR)
D) LIC41 Examination Application
Answer: D
Rationale: Candidates must complete the exam application (LIC41) to apply
for the Tower/Climber Crane Rigger written examination.
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Question 7:
After passing the written exam, what must a candidate do to take the practical
exam?
A) Automatically schedule the practical exam online
B) Submit the LIC42 application with a $350 fee
C) Wait for the Department to contact them
D) Submit a new LIC41 application
Answer: B
Rationale: After passing the written exam, candidates must apply to take the
practical exam by completing the LIC42 application with a $350 fee, payable
by money order only.
Question 8:
What happens if a Tower Crane Rigger license is not renewed annually?
A) The licensee is permanently barred from reapplying
B) The licensee must pass an examination or re-examination
C) The licensee only pays a late fee
D) The licensee must complete an additional 30 hours of training
Answer: B
Rationale: Failure to renew the license annually shall require an examination
or re-examination as appropriate. Renewal applications must be submitted
between 30 and 60 days prior to the expiration date.
Question 9:
What is the annual renewal fee for a Tower Crane Rigger license?
A) $25
B) $50
C) $100
D) $150
NYC DOB TOWER CRANE RIGGER CERTIFICATION EXAM
BASED ON NYC DOB REQUIREMENTS, BUILDING CODE
CHAPTER 33, RCNY §25-01, RCNY §3319-01, & OSHA
STANDARDS 2026/2027 COMPLETE (150) CURRENT
TESTING QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH
DETAILED RATIONALES.
RIGGER
Prepare effectively for the NYC DOB Tower Crane Rigger Exam Practice with this
focused study resource. It supports review of rigging principles, tower crane
operations, load handling, signaling, equipment inspection, workplace safety, and
applicable NYC DOB requirements. Use the material to reinforce your technical
knowledge, review key topics, and identify areas that may require additional study.
This resource is suited for tower crane riggers, construction professionals, signal
personnel, and candidates preparing for the NYC DOB Tower Crane Rigger
examination.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
SECTION 1: LICENSING REQUIREMENTS & REGULATIONS (Questions 1–25)
Question 1:
What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a Tower & Climber Crane
Rigger License in New York City?
A) 16 years old
B) 18 years old
C) 21 years old
D) 25 years old
Answer: B
Rationale: Applicants for a Tower & Climber Crane Rigger License must be at
least eighteen (18) years old. This is a fundamental eligibility requirement
established by NYC DOB regulations.
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Question 2:
How many years of practical experience in tower or climber crane rigging are
required within the seven years prior to application?
A) 2 years
B) 3 years
C) 5 years
D) 7 years
Answer: C
Rationale: Applicants must have at least five (5) years of practical experience
in the tower or climber crane rigging business within seven (7) years prior to
application. This ensures candidates have sufficient hands-on experience
before licensure.
Question 3:
How many hours of Department-approved training must a Tower Crane Rigger
applicant complete?
A) 8 hours
B) 16 hours
C) 30 hours
D) 40 hours
Answer: C
Rationale: Tower Crane Rigger applicants must satisfactorily complete a
thirty (30) hour training course from a Department-approved provider within
three (3) years prior to application.
Question 4:
What is the passing score required for the Tower Crane Rigger written
examination?
A) 60%
B) 65%
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C) 70%
D) 75%
Answer: C
Rationale: The passing score for the written examination is seventy (70)
percent. Candidates must achieve this score to proceed to the practical
examination.
Question 5:
What is the written examination fee for the Tower & Climber Crane Rigger
license?
A) $150
B) $350
C) $525
D) $750
Answer: C
Rationale: The written exam application fee for a Tower/Climber Crane Rigger
candidate is $525. The practical exam fee is an additional $350.
Question 6:
Which NYC DOB document must be submitted to apply for a Tower Crane
Rigger license?
A) Building Permit Application
B) Rigger's Certification Form (RCF)
C) Application for Registration of Riggers (ARR)
D) LIC41 Examination Application
Answer: D
Rationale: Candidates must complete the exam application (LIC41) to apply
for the Tower/Climber Crane Rigger written examination.
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Question 7:
After passing the written exam, what must a candidate do to take the practical
exam?
A) Automatically schedule the practical exam online
B) Submit the LIC42 application with a $350 fee
C) Wait for the Department to contact them
D) Submit a new LIC41 application
Answer: B
Rationale: After passing the written exam, candidates must apply to take the
practical exam by completing the LIC42 application with a $350 fee, payable
by money order only.
Question 8:
What happens if a Tower Crane Rigger license is not renewed annually?
A) The licensee is permanently barred from reapplying
B) The licensee must pass an examination or re-examination
C) The licensee only pays a late fee
D) The licensee must complete an additional 30 hours of training
Answer: B
Rationale: Failure to renew the license annually shall require an examination
or re-examination as appropriate. Renewal applications must be submitted
between 30 and 60 days prior to the expiration date.
Question 9:
What is the annual renewal fee for a Tower Crane Rigger license?
A) $25
B) $50
C) $100
D) $150
