Objective

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

Knowledge Objectives:

Rigging Hardware
- Identify 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:
-Identify of types and application of slings and material to include:
wire rope; synthetic; chain; and two-, three-, and four-leg bridle
- Describe sling application (configuration and function); inspection/rejection
criteria; angle and load tension; handling and storage
- Describe D/d ratio
- Identify 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:
- Describe load control/taglines
- Describe the procedures and inspection for each type of personnel
transfer equipment.
- Identify unbinding loads
- Understand personnel transfer/pre-lift considerations
- Describe sling handling and storage
- Determining load weights and center of gravity of load
- Identify softeners (e.g. wear pads)
- Understand attaching unused sling legs
- Understand how to improve sling efficiency
- Describe turning, securing, and placement of loads

Rigging Basics
- Identify pinch points/body positions.
- Identify personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Understand proper hand signals/radio communications


Performance Objectives:
- Demonstrate pre-lift rigging hardware and sling inspections (wire rope slings, synthetic slings, shackle, hook, load block, chain fall, come-along, and lift points)
- Demonstrate different types of rigging hitches (vertical, basket, choker, 2/4 part >60)
- Demonstrate use of proper hand signals

Target Group

Personnel who have had little or no training and/or experience in rigging and lifting operations and wish to gain an introductory certificate in rigging and lifting operations

Prerequisites

None

Examination

Delegate necessary skills shall be evaluated through written, practical, and oral assessment. For successful completion, delegates must attain a minimum satisfactory score of 75% on a closed-book written assessment and 100% on all practical assessments in accordance with the latest edition of the API RP 2D standard.

Course Contents

This 2 day (16 hours) course will cover the following topics:
- Rigging Hardware
- Slings
- Procedures and Precautions
- Rigging Basics