Flexible Curriculum for Leadership & Management, Industry-Specific Training in Stagehand Skills, OSHA General Industry, Forklift Operator Safety Certification, Aerial & Scissor Lift Operator Safety Certification and more. Available On-Site (Based in Las Vegas, Serving the U.S.)
By partnering with our team, you ensure your crew receives instruction that is not only compliant but also rooted in decades of real-world industry feedback. Rugged Training Group Experts deliver flexible, hands-on programs designed for the unique hazards of show production. We equip your team with the essential knowledge needed to mitigate risk, maintain compliance, and deliver safe results on every job site nationwide.
Our trainers don't just teach theory; they have practical, hands-on experience navigating the unique demands of large-scale Las Vegas venues, stage builds, and back-of-house logistics.
Comprehensive Training
Our courses are designed and taught by experienced educators, ensuring the material is delivered in a way people can use and retain the knowledge. Our training fits the modern learner by providing instruction through multiple learning modalities, including:
Protect your crew, venue, and bottom line. Safety programs are led by OSHA Authorized Trainers with extensive, practical experience in the Live Production Industry. We deliver essential safety education designed for everyone from entry-level staff to safety supervisors and department leads in Las Vegas and nationally.
Available In-Person and Online anywhere in the US. Our specialized Lift Trainings address the unique needs of concerts, stage builds, and warehouse logistics. Improper operation can lead to severe injury. Our courses equip operators with safety knowledge, hazard awareness, and necessary regulatory compliance for your team.
This training is ideal for individuals entering the workforce or transitioning into new roles within the live production and entertainment industry. Topics include: Effective Listening, Professional Communication, Time Management, Stress Management, and Conflict Resolution.
Develop Leaders Who Inspire, Organize, and Deliver Results. Great teams start with strong leaders. This program equips department leads, supervisors, and aspiring managers with the crucial skills to lead with confidence and clarity, driving team performance, and operational excellence across the job site. Achieving and maintaining exceptional site safety requires strong leadership skills and a commitment to proactive management.
Practical training for safe, professional, and efficient crew work. Designed to prepare technicians and support staff with real-world knowledge needed to perform safely and effectively in fast-paced environments. Participants learn: Truck Loading/Unloading, Basic Knots/Straps, Cable Coiling, Deprep/Prep, and more.
We work directly with your HR team to build the safety, skills, and work preparedness classes you need to get your new employees off on the right foot.Practical training for safe, professional, and efficient crew work. Designed to prepare technicians and support staff with real-world knowledge needed to perform safely and effectively in fast-paced environments. Participants learn: Truck Loading/Unloading, Basic Knots/Straps, Cable Coiling, Deprep/Prep, and more.
We believe safety and leadership are inseparable. Our unique approach connects crew professionalism with management excellence to foster a safer, more productive team culture.
Ideal for: Managers in Hospitality/Entertainment, Entry-Level Employees, Technicians, Safety Supervisors, Department Leads, Forklift Operaters, and Aerial/Scissor Lift Operators.
Rugged Training Group was founded by Jen Ruggerio, an educator with 25 years of experience, and Lee Ruggerio, who has worked for more than two decades in the entertainment industry. They teamed up with seasoned instructors to design a curriculum that is practical, relevant, and rooted in real-world industry feedback.
Ready to train your team? Learn more about our On-Site Custom Training or Enroll in an Online Course today.
Have questions about our OSHA-authorized safety courses, online training, or on-site team sessions in Las Vegas? Find answers below, or contact us directly.
Yes. Our online forklift training and in-person programs meet or exceed OSHA 29CFR1910.178 and ANSI B56.14-2020 standards. For online certification they will receive a certificate and their employer will provide practical training and evaluation.
No, while our curriculum is designed by Live Production industry experts for maximum relevance to venue and stage work, our safety training is fully applicable to general industry, warehousing, and construction trades nationwide
This process satisfies the formal instruction portion of the OSHA certification.
Yes, Our OSHA Authorized Trainers can travel to your location anywhere in the United States.
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