Bigfoot Academy

All Academy Courses Available

Elevate your career with our comprehensive crane and equipment operator training programs. Learn from experienced instructors, gain hands-on experience, and achieve certification in a supportive learning environment from BC’s original training academy. Our courses are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the industry.

A trainee learning to operate a truck-mounted stiff boom crane during a certification program at Bigfoot Academy. 

Crane Operator Certifications

Stiff Boom Crane Operator Certification Program

The Stiff Boom Crane Operator Course is one-of-a-kind; through a blend of theory and practical training you will be fully prepared to challenge the Level A assessment which takes place on the last day of the 3-week program.

A certified operator skillfully maneuvering a red folding boom (knuckle boom) crane during a training exercise at Bigfoot Academy. 

Crane Operator Certifications

Folding Boom Crane Operator Certification Course

The Level A – Folding Boom Crane Operator Course combines in-class content with practical experience and takes 5 days to complete.  Upon successful completion, you are fully prepared to be a safe and competent Folding Boom Crane Operator on any job-site.

An operator in a safety vest learning to use the remote control for a self-erecting tower crane during a Bigfoot Academy training course. 

Crane Operator Certifications

Self-Erecting Tower Crane Certification Course

Bigfoot Crane Academy’s Self-Erecting Tower Crane Course is taught by an accomplished Crane and Rigging Instructor, this training program combines in-class content with practical experience. The goal of this training program is to equip you for a safe career as a knowledgeable, confident and certified Self-Erecting Tower Crane Operator.

A crane lifts a heavy load as riggers guide it, demonstrating an operation covered in Bigfoot's supervisor safety awareness course. 

On-Site Corporate Training, Supervisor and Safety Teams

Supervisor Crane & Rigging Awareness Course

Our 1-Day Supervisor Crane & Rigging Awareness Course is designed to train supervisors on how to observe whether or not crane and rigging duties are being performed properly.

A Bigfoot Academy instructor providing hands-on hoist operator training inside a personnel lift car. 

Hoist Operator Certifications

3 Day Construction Hoist Operator Training

Bigfoot Academy is proud to be a leader in the industry with the highest standards in operations, training, and safety with our Hoist Operator Training program.

trainee carefully operates an overhead crane with a rigged load during a hands-on Bigfoot Academy training course. 

On-Site Corporate Training

Overhead Crane & Rigging Fundamentals Course

Our Overhead Cranes and Rigging course has been developed for those with an occupational requirement to be trained to safely undertake work activities that involve the operation of an Overhead Cranes.

A certified operator skillfully maneuvering a red folding boom (knuckle boom) crane during a training exercise at Bigfoot Academy. 

On-Site Corporate Training

1 Day Folding Boom Crane and Rigging Certification Assessment Prep Course

This course is delivered at your location with theory and practical content designed to prepare operators for the Full Scope Stiff Boom Crane Certification Assessment.

An operator practicing a lift with a truck-mounted stiff boom crane during a Bigfoot Academy certification course. 

On-Site Corporate Training

Stiff Boom Crane and Rigging Certification Assessment Prep Course

This course is delivered at your location with theory and practical content designed to prepare operators for the Full Scope Stiff Boom Crane Certification Assessment.

An operator training on a self-erecting tower crane during a Bigfoot Academy certification course. 

On-Site Corporate Training

Self-Erect Tower Crane and Rigging Certification Assessment Prep Course

The Self-Erect Tower Crane Theory & Practical Training Course at combines in-class instruction with hands-on, practical experience to prepare students for a safe and proficient career as crane operators.

A student operating a mobile crane under the guidance of an instructor during a hands-on practical training session at Bigfoot Academy. 

On-Site Corporate Training

4 Day Mobile Crane & Theory Practical Certification Assessment Prep Course

The Mobile Crane Theory & Practical Training provides in-depth, hands-on training designed to equip crane operators with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in their roles.

Employees receiving hands-on forklift safety certification from an IVES-certified trainer. 

Equipment Training

Forklift Training

Forklift operation training directly at your location. Our Forklift Operator Training by Bigfoot Academy, in collaboration with IVES Training, ensures your operators are well-versed in the latest safety and operational standards. With our tailored, hands-on approach, your employees will gain the knowledge and confidence needed to operate forklifts safely and efficiently.

Operator receiving on-site IVES telehandler training from a Bigfoot Academy instructor. 

Equipment Training

Telehandler

Comprehensive telehandler operator training, delivered directly at your facility. Bigfoot Academy, in partnership with IVES Training, offers a tailored, hands-on training program designed to meet your specific needs. Equip your operators with the expertise to handle telehandlers safely and efficiently.

Bigfoot Academy instructor teaching a worker how to operate a skid steer loader safely on-site. 

Equipment Training

Skid Steer Training

Skid Steer operation training directly at your location. Our Skid Steer Operator Training by Bigfoot Academy, in collaboration with IVES Training, equips your operators with essential safety practices and operational techniques. Through our tailored, hands-on training, your team will develop the confidence and skills needed to operate skid steers safely and effectively, minimizing risks and enhancing on-site performance.

Workers operating an aerial boom lift. 

Equipment Training

Mobile Elevated Work Platform

Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) operation training directly at your location. Our MEWP Operator Training by Bigfoot Academy, in collaboration with IVES Training, ensures your operators are fully trained on the latest safety regulations and operational standards. With a hands-on, customized approach, your employees will develop the confidence and skills required to safely and efficiently operate mobile elevated work platforms, improving job site safety and overall performance.

An operator at the controls of a construction personnel hoist, demonstrating skills learned in the Bigfoot Academy training course. 

On-Site Corporate Training

3 Day Construction Hoist Operator Training

Learn the latest safety practices in Hoist Operation with Bigfoot Crane Academy’s 3-day course at your location.

Rigger Certification Course

Rigging Certifications

Level 1 Rigger Certification Course

Taught by an accomplished crane instructor and Rigger Certifier, the Level 1 Rigger Certification Course combines in-class content with practical experience. The goal of the Level 1 training program is to equip you for a safe career as a knowledgeable and confident rigger.

Level 2 Rigger Certification Course

Rigging Certifications

Level 2 Advanced Rigging Course

The goal of the Level 2 training program is to equip you for a safe career as a knowledgeable and confident rigger or rigging supervisor. Taught by an accomplished crane instructor and Rigger Certifier, the Level 2 Rigger Certification Course combines in-class content with practical experience.

Load Turning & Drifting Rigger Course

Rigging Certifications

Load Turning and Drifting

Participants will gain the ability to calculate mechanical advantage, rotate a load safely, move loads in confined spaces using overhead anchor points and many other highly specialized rigging skills.

Civil Works Rigging Course

Rigging Certifications

Civil Rigging Training

Gain essential skills in safe rigging practices with our Civil Rigging Course at Bigfoot Academy.

Workers in a scissor lift receiving on-site safety training from a Bigfoot Academy instructor. 

Equipment Training

Scissor Lift Training

Scissor Lift operation training directly at your location. Our Scissor Lift Operator Training by Bigfoot Academy, in collaboration with IVES Training, ensures your operators are equipped with the latest safety protocols and operational best practices. With our hands-on, customized training approach, your team will gain the expertise and confidence needed to operate scissor lifts safely and efficiently, reducing risks and improving productivity on site.

On-Site Corporate Training, Supervisor and Safety Teams

Tower Crane Documentation and Compliance Course

This 8-hour instructor-led training includes binder templates, compliance checklists, and interactive case-based discussions covering site layout planning, permit documentation, crane inspection logs, safety protocols, and more.

A trainee learning to operate a truck-mounted stiff boom crane during a certification program at Bigfoot Academy. 

Crane Operator Certifications

Stiff Boom Crane Operator Certification Program

The Stiff Boom Crane Operator Course is one-of-a-kind; through a blend of theory and practical training you will be fully prepared to challenge the Level A assessment which takes place on the last day of the 3-week program.

A certified operator skillfully maneuvering a red folding boom (knuckle boom) crane during a training exercise at Bigfoot Academy. 

Crane Operator Certifications

Folding Boom Crane Operator Certification Course

The Level A – Folding Boom Crane Operator Course combines in-class content with practical experience and takes 5 days to complete.  Upon successful completion, you are fully prepared to be a safe and competent Folding Boom Crane Operator on any job-site.

An operator in a safety vest learning to use the remote control for a self-erecting tower crane during a Bigfoot Academy training course. 

Crane Operator Certifications

Self-Erecting Tower Crane Certification Course

Bigfoot Crane Academy’s Self-Erecting Tower Crane Course is taught by an accomplished Crane and Rigging Instructor, this training program combines in-class content with practical experience. The goal of this training program is to equip you for a safe career as a knowledgeable, confident and certified Self-Erecting Tower Crane Operator.

A crane lifts a heavy load as riggers guide it, demonstrating an operation covered in Bigfoot's supervisor safety awareness course. 

On-Site Corporate Training, Supervisor and Safety Teams

Supervisor Crane & Rigging Awareness Course

Our 1-Day Supervisor Crane & Rigging Awareness Course is designed to train supervisors on how to observe whether or not crane and rigging duties are being performed properly.

A Bigfoot Academy instructor providing hands-on hoist operator training inside a personnel lift car. 

Hoist Operator Certifications

3 Day Construction Hoist Operator Training

Bigfoot Academy is proud to be a leader in the industry with the highest standards in operations, training, and safety with our Hoist Operator Training program.

trainee carefully operates an overhead crane with a rigged load during a hands-on Bigfoot Academy training course. 

On-Site Corporate Training

Overhead Crane & Rigging Fundamentals Course

Our Overhead Cranes and Rigging course has been developed for those with an occupational requirement to be trained to safely undertake work activities that involve the operation of an Overhead Cranes.