Objective

Upon the completion of this course, candidates will be able to:

Rigging Hardware

- Identification of types and application of rigging hardware to include:

blocks; sheaves; hooks/latches; rings, links, swivels; shackles;

turnbuckles; spreader and equalizer beams; cable clips; pad eyes;

eyebolts; and wedge sockets/termination

- Describe the application of each piece of rigging hardware.

- Describe inspection points, how to inspect, and criteria for removal

of each piece of rigging hardware.

- Describe and explain safe and unsafe conditions for usage

- Describe the purpose and proper use of different types/variations of

basic rigging hardware under discussion

- Describe rigging hardware working load limit (WLL) rating where

applicable

- Describe how to properly maintain hardware

- Describe safe and proper storage techniques/practices for each

piece of rigging hardware

Slings:

-Identification of types and application of slings and material to include: wire rope; synthetic; chain; and two-, three-, and four-leg bridle

- Sling application (configuration and function); inspection/rejection criteria; angle and load tension; handling and storage

- D/d ratio

- Cargo nets and other basket types (e.g. bulk bags/flexible fabric)

- Describe function, applications, and safety precautions of hitches (vertical, choker, basket)

- Describe configurations to include different types of hitches (vertical, choker, basket)

- Describe when to use and how to use

- Describe the effect of the sling load at different sling angles

- Describe safe and proper storage techniques/practices for all rigging hardware

Procedures and Precautions:

- Load control/taglines

- Describe the procedures and inspection for each type of personnel transfer equipment.

- Unbinding loads

- Personnel transfer/pre-lift considerations

- Sling handling and storage

- Determining load weights and center of gravity of load

- Softeners (e.g. wear pads)

- Attaching unused sling legs

- Improving sling efficiency

- Turning, securing, and placement of loads

Rigging Basics

- Pinch points/body positions,

- Personal protective equipment (PPE)

- Hand signals/radio communications