Basic Rigging

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OVERVIEW
 
  • This course explains the skills needed to perform basic rigging operations per workplace health and safety standards. The course aims to equip participants with the knowledge to assist in rigging operations safely.
  • Delegates will learn the fundamentals of safe rigging and slinging for lifting accessories, appliances, and general lifting operations to ensure safe working practices.
 
PRE-REQUISITES
  • Medical Fitness.
  • Working knowledge of lifting operations.
  • Communication skills.
  • Knowledge of English to interpret Rigging Charts and understand basic calculation
 
COURSE DETAILS

COURSE DURATION

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CERTIFICATE

2 Days (8 Hrs/Day)English DISS
Maximum Delegates: 12*Please notify us if an interpretation is required*Re-certification: 3 years

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

On completion of this course, successful participants will be able to:
. Give the meaning of key terms used in the lifting industry
. Identify and use the information of the weight and center of gravity of a load in practical lifting
operations
. Identify the different types of lifting accessories available for use
. Select and inspect the correct lifting accessories for lifting a load
· Describe the different rigging methods
· Explain how sling angles affect lifting capacity
· Use taglines to control loads
. Outline the different types of cranes and their parts
. Outline the factors affecting the SWL of a crane
. Demonstrate the correct hand signals
· Outline the responsibilities of a rigger and signalman
. Outline the criteria for a safe lifting operation

COURSE OUTLINE
 
  • Introduction
  • Terminologies in the lifting industry
  • Establishing Weight
  • Center of Gravity
  • Introduction to Lifting Accessories
  • Lifting Accessories inspections and their rejection criteria
  • Rigging and Slinging – methods and mode factors
  • Sling angles and resultant loads
  • Summary
  • Use of taglines
  • Working with cranes
  • Types of cranes
  • Parts of cranes
  • Factors affecting the SWL of cranes
  • Man Baskets
  • Hand Signals
  • Lifting Plans and Permits
  • Responsibilities of a Rigger and Signalman
  • Practical
  • Assessment
 
ASSESSMENT
  • Written Assessment
  • Practical Assessment


COURSE TYPE: CLASSROOM
 
 
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