Rigging Safety

This training provides essential knowledge and practical skills for safe rigging operations, focusing on equipment inspection, load handling, and proper rigging techniques. Participants will learn to identify hazards, calculate load capacities, and ensure compliance with OSHA standards.

Rigging Equipment and Inspection:
Identification and inspection of slings, rigging hardware, and equipment capacities
Proper use and maintenance of rigging tools
Sling Hitches and Configurations:
Types of sling hitches and their capacities
Configurations, sling angles, and tension calculations
Load Handling and Safety:
Load weight estimation and center of gravity considerations
Sling protection techniques to prevent damage
Advanced Rigging Techniques:
Knots, taglines, and proper use of chain falls
Drifting loads, turning winches, and using blocks effectively
Best Practices for Rigging Safety:
Ensuring safe hitch configurations and load stability
Recognizing and mitigating potential rigging hazards

Certificate of Completion for Rigging Safety Training

OSHA Construction Standards (29 CFR 1926.251): Rigging Equipment for Material Handling ASME B30.9: Slings Safety Standards

This course is ideal for workers in construction, manufacturing, and industrial settings where rigging operations are performed. Emphasis is placed on hazard prevention, proper equipment use, and fostering a culture of safety in rigging operations.