Rigging and Slinging Training

This Rigging and Slinging Training is designed to provide participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to safely perform rigging and slinging operations in various industries, such as construction, manufacturing, and offshore operations. The course covers essential rigging techniques, the correct use of lifting equipment, load assessment, and safety regulations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Target Audience

This training is ideal for:

• Riggers and slingers in construction, offshore, and manufacturing industries
• Crane operators
• Safety officers and supervisors overseeing lifting operations

Employees involved in load lifting and rigging activities

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand rigging and slinging techniques and terminology.
2. Safely select and use lifting equipment, including slings, shackles, and hooks.
3. Perform load assessments and calculate safe working loads (SWL).
4. Apply proper rigging techniques to ensure balanced and safe lifting operations.
5. Identify and avoid potential hazards during rigging and slinging activities.
6. Comply with OSHA and other safety regulations regarding rigging and lifting.

Training Duration

• 1 Day (8 hours)

Training Methodology

The course includes:

• Covering rigging fundamentals, equipment types, and safety regulations.
• Hands-on rigging exercises, including sling selection, load calculations, and lifting techniques.
• Real-world examples of rigging failures and best practices.
• Participants collaborate on safe rigging plans and hazard identification.

Assessment & Certification

• Participants will be assessed through practical demonstrations and written evaluations.
• Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Participation in Rigging and Slinging Training.