Rugged Training Group

Production & Entertainment

OSHA-Authorized Safety Trainers for Live

Flexible, Industry-Specific Training in Stagehand Skills, OSHA General Industry, Forklift Operator Safety Certification, Aerial & Scissor Lift Operator Safety Certification. Available On-Site (Based in Las Vegas, Serving the U.S.)

Rugged Training Group

Why Choose Rugged Training Group? Industry Expertise You Can Trust.

Practical Safety Built for the Stage

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.

Real-World Las Vegas Venue Experience

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.

Mission and Professional Standards

Comprehensive Training

  • We pride ourselves in offering flexible curriculums which encompass our client’s goals for their new and existing employees. We are dedicated to providing high-quality training for individuals working in the entertainment industry.

Focus on Key Skills
  • Our training emphasizes employability, safety, and transferable skills, ensuring that both new and established employees have a strong foundation for growth within the industry.

Expert Curriculum Designed for Maximum Retention

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:

  • Engaging materials delivered through dynamic presentation allowing participants to easily understand and remember material.
  • Relevant, modern information, and specific examples drawn directly from the industry.
  • Experience-based hands on learning for deeper connection to topics.
  • Process-driven activities that foster personal insights and self-reflection.

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What We Offer

Our Services

Customized Safety Training

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.

Forklift Operator Safety Certification AND Scissor & Aerial Lift Operator Safety Certification

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.

Essential Work Preparedness Program

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.

Leadership & Management Development

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.

Hands-On Skills & Crew Work Training

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.

About Rugged Training Group

Setting the Standard for Live Event Industry Training

Focused on Safety and Leadership

We believe safety and leadership are inseparable. Our unique approach connects crew professionalism with management excellence to foster a safer, more productive team culture.

Who We Serve

Ideal for: Managers in Hospitality/Entertainment, Entry-Level Employees, Technicians, Safety Supervisors, Department Leads, Forklift Operaters, and Aerial/Scissor Lift Operators.

Designed by Experts: Education Meets Entertainment

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.

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Curriculum Built from Decades of Field Experience

Ready to train your team? Learn more about our On-Site Custom Training or Enroll in an Online Course today.

Quick Answers

Our FAQs

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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The Story of How Rugged Training Group Came to Be

The Story of How Rugged Training Group Came to Be

The Story of How Rugged Training Group Came to Be Hi! My name is Jen Ruggerio. I spent 25 years of my life as a public educator, primarily at the high school level, teaching alternative and special education in the State of Maine.  I loved teaching and especially loved the students I worked with. They […]