Safe Rigging and Slinging (Rigger I)

Course Objectives

Delegates will learn the basic level of safe rigging and slinging for safe working practices associated with lifting accessories, lifting appliances and lifting operation in general.

Course Prerequisite

• At least 21 years of age.
• Capable of reading and understanding the English language
• Lifting basic knowledge would be advantage.

Course Outline

• Rigger duties and responsibilities
• Terms and definitions of various lifting/rigging terminology
• Introduction to various types of slings (webbing slings, wire rope slings and chain slings)
• Rejection criteria of lifting accessories
• Types of lifting hitches
• Sling angles
• Types of Shackles, eye bolts and hooks, chain block, turn buckles and their inspection
• Proper lifting techniques
• Communication and Hand Signals during Lifting
• Hazards associated with cranes operation
• Practical Session
• Assessment

Course DuratioN

1 day

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