Safety Training

Lifting & Rigging Safety Training

Lifting & Rigging Safety Training ensures that all lifting operations are planned and executed without incident. The program covers slinging techniques, hardware inspection, and load dynamics, ensuring participants are equipped to handle complex lifts safely.

Aim

To provide the skills needed to safely rig loads, guide crane operators, and inspect lifting gear.

Scope of Training

Principles of safe lifting operations

Roles and responsibilities (Rigger, Banksman/Signaler, Operator)

Types of lifting gear (slings, shackles, hooks, hoists)

Pre-use inspection and rejection criteria for gear

Understanding Safe Working Load (SWL) and Working Load Limit (WLL)

Center of gravity and load dynamics

Sling angles and tension calculations

Standard hand and radio signals

Lifting plans and risk assessment

Blind lifts and tag line usage

Key Learning Outcomes

Ability to select appropriate rigging hardware
Proficiency in calculating sling tensions based on angles
Competence in inspecting gear for defects
Skill in communicating clearly with crane operators
Understanding of critical load balancing

Key Benefits

Prevention of catastrophic dropped loads

Protection of expensive equipment during transport

Enhanced efficiency in material handling

Clear communication minimizing operator errors

Compliance with heavy lifting regulations

Training Support

Samples of damaged lifting gear for inspectionRigging capacity charts and calculatorsHand signal pocket guidesInteractive load calculation exercisesLifting plan templates