Basic Rigging and Slinging Training

Rigging and slinging are two related activities that are commonly used in construction, manufacturing, and other industries that involve lifting and moving heavy objects.

Rigging refers to the process of assembling and preparing the equipment that is used to lift and move heavy objects, such as cranes, hoists, and pulleys. This process involves selecting the appropriate equipment, securing it to the load, and testing the rigging to ensure that it is safe and secure.

Slinging, on the other hand, involves attaching the rigging equipment to the load to be lifted, such as a steel beam, a container, or a machine. This is done using a variety of slings, such as wire ropes, chains, and synthetic materials like nylon or polyester.

The slings must be selected based on the weight and shape of the load, as well as the environmental conditions and other factors that may affect the lifting operation.

Both rigging and slinging require careful planning, preparation, and execution to ensure the safety of the workers involved and to prevent damage to the load or surrounding structures. Workers who are involved in rigging and slinging operations must be properly trained and qualified to perform these tasks safely and efficiently.

Riggers, slingers, and signalers are crucial people in the lifting of heavy loads or equipment. They play an important role in ensuring that all safety matters are taken into account before a crucial lift takes place. This high-risk activity is highly visible, especially in an ever-changing environment, especially in the world of construction.

In short, a lifting job is categorized as a ‘safety critical’ job, which is clearly defined as a job that affects the safety of not only the people working with the load but also the people working in and around the load.

This course is designed to give participants the necessary skills and knowledge to undertake duties as a rigger & slinger and equip them with relevant knowledge, basic calculations, and safe working procedures for lifting operations and to comply with the Occupational Safety & Health Act (OSHA) of 1994.

Training Contents

The training should cover, but not be limited to, the objectives below:

• Explain the legal requirements related to lifting operations.

• Understanding the basic safety crane and operation,

• Understanding on the basics of lifting equipment,

• Able to perform hand signal& communication,

• Understanding and being able to do rope & knot, and

• Understanding rigging & slinging basics, including the importance of “sling angle,”