Rigging Safety

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Last Updated
12/03/2024

Course Description

Sub-Title:

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Rigging standards and regulations fall under 29 CFR 1926.251 and 1926.753. 


Description: 

Rigging operations move or transport heavy loads from one place to another. Riggers prepare equipment, components, or sections for lifting by cranes, hoists, or other material handling equipment. 


Government Requirements:

29 CFR 1926.251

29 CFR 1926.753 

29 CFR 1910.184


Who Needs this Training? 

Riggers or workers working with or near rigging operations must have training. Rigging operations cannot be performed by inexperienced and untrained workers.  


Dangers of Remaining Uncertified

The lack of rigger training can result in injuries and possible fatalities. the lack of training may also result in equipment damage, property damage, and other damages. 


Included Topics:

By the end of this course, we will have covered the following topics:

Introduction – 0:23

Topic 1: Introduction to Rigging – 9:30

Topic 2: Crane Rigging and Lifting  – 8:23

Topic 3: Helicopter Rigging and Lifting  – 6:01

Topic 4: Spotters  – 3:43

Topic 5: Rigging Equipment – 13:28

Topic 6: Equipment Inspection and Storage  – 6:13

Topic 7: Personal Protective Equipment – 2:38

Topic 8: Training – 3:41

Summary – 0:22


Course Layout

Course format consists of video instruction, intermediate quizzes, and Final Knowledge Check.


Course Duration 

A minimum of 1 hour is required to complete this course. 


Last Updated

12/03/2024

Created

16/09/2022

Languages English
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