109-01 - Rigging Safety
Learning objectives
- List qualifications exhibited by competent personnel
- Describe the safe operation of lifting platforms
- Explain how pre-planning can facilitate efficient crane operations and elimination of major hazards
- Identify the hazards associated with working near power lines
- Describe the risks of overloading
- Discuss two-blocking and identify steps that can be taken to prevent it
- Summarize the standard and critical precautions taken when working with rigging
Course overview
This lesson will teach you how to safely rig loads that will be moved by cranes, hoists, or other equipment. This includes planning a lift, inspecting and selecting slings, determining a load’s weight, using a sling angle chart, and working with a crane operator.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
- 50 minutes
- Format: Online Interactive
- Tier: 2
- Course ID: 5652
English
Course Outline
- Selecting and Inspecting Rigging Equipment
- Planning the Lift
- Following Safe Practices
Regulations
- 1926 Subpart H – Material Handling
- 1926 Subpart R – Steel Erection
- 1926 Subpart CC – Cranes and Derricks in Construction
- 1910 Subpart N – Materials Handling and Storage