FUNDAMENTALS OF RIGGING

*RISK MANAGEMENT

  The Basic Rigging Plan

  Rigging Workshop - Evaluate Rigging Accidents

  Manufacturer’s Responsibilities

*INSPECTION AND THE QUALIFIED RIGGER

  Inspection of  Hardware

  Inspection of Wire Rope Slings

  Inspection of Chain Slings

  Inspection of Other Slings

*THE BASIC HITCHES AND SLING CAPACITIES

  The Basic Hitches

  Rigging Workshop on Basic Hitches

  Determining Proper Size Sling

  Workshop:  Using Reference Guide

*THE RIGGING TRIANGLE

  Determining Weight of Load

  Center of Gravity and Sling Loading

  The Rigging Triangle and Use of Hardware

  The Load Multiplier and L/H     

  Workshop:  Determining Tension in Sling Legs

*FITTING APPLICATIONS

  Hoist Hooks and Latches

  Proper Application of Shackles

  Links and Rings

  Eye Bolts, Hoist Rings, Sorting Hooks

  Fittings for Horizontal Life Lines

*LOAD CONTROL AND WEIGHT ESTIMATION

  Load Stability and Finding COG

  Workshop:  Estimating COG

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