Course Overview:

Rigger Training program is specifically designed to upgrade the existing knowledge and skill levels of basic and trainee riggers. The absence of good rigging practices and lack of hands-on training contributes to a large percentage of material handling accidents.

The program focuses on determining the correct size and type of rigging equipment required to safely perform lifting operations. The information in this two-day program provided in the classroom is reinforced with hands-on application sessions with rigging gear.

Course Objectives:

At the end of the training, the participant should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the basic requirements of legislation, their legal obligations, and responsibilities
• Demonstrate knowledge of force influences, sling configurations, and safety procedures
• Select appropriate lifting equipment for each lift etc.

Course Contents:

• Introduction
• Slinging and safe working loads
• Weight of load
• Stacking
• Crane safety
• Slings, Flexible steel wire rope (FSWR)
• Chain (grade 80 & 100)
• Flat webbing and round synthetic slings
• Fiber/Synthetic rope
• Lifting Accessories etc.