·          Principles of rigging and slinging

·          Safe rigging and slinging working procedures

·          Emergency action plan

·          Responsibilities of the Rigger, Signalman and Crane operator

·          Construction of wire rope slings, nylon belt slings and chain slings

·          Correct use of lifting equipment

·          Safe work loads and working load limits

·          Lifting known and unknown loads

·          Different hitches and the affect various angles have on a load

·          Recognition of potential hazards and the recommended safe practices employed to avoid accidents and personal injury

·          Standard crane signals, including the “Emergency Stop” signal

·          The correct use of tag lines

·          Introduction to safe crane set-up

·          Inspection, maintenance and storage of rigging equipment

·          Lifting component, replacement policy

Standards:

·          Local Government and International Safety standards

Theoretical and Practical Training including Evaluation:

Training conducted by way of:-

·          70% Theoretical, and

·          30% Practical basis in the form of hands-on exercises

Training Aids Required (To be supplied by Client):

·       Crane with Operator               

·       Commonly used slings

·       A load to be used for practicing of rigging and slinging