Hoisting And Rigging

Refresher courses are 1/2 day  (4 hours), intended for experienced operators or those with more than 88 hours of operation around 0 - 8 ton cranes in a year.? The cost for this course is $180 pp unlimited seating.

Full day courses are 8 hours intended for new operators or those with less than 88 hours of experience in an environment where they are regularly exposed to hoisting rigging applications. The cost for this course is $200 pp unlimited seating.

Upon successful completion of a refresher course, the learner will:

• Clearly identify crane hazards

• Understand the basics of Crane Operation, 0 to 8 ton

• Complete a basic load calculation

• Identify the importance of, and describe critical components for inspection on hoisting and lifting devices

• Demonstrate knowledge in various rigging devices used in hoisting applications

• Includes basic practical assessment of safe operating practices. (either as a group or a brief one on one)

Upon successful completion of a full day course, the learner will:

• Identify different types of cranes where hoisting rigging will be used

• Identify Crane Hazards

• Describe the hazards involved in a 0 - 8 ton crane

• Identify different devices used during hoisting and rigging application

• Understand how to calculate basic load and weight distribution for hoisting and rigging devices

• Complete a variety of load calculation demonstrating knowledge of mathematical skill

• Inspect the components of hoisting devices used on cranes before use

• Identify different types of knots used during hoisting and rigging applications

• Participants will be able to demonstrate a general knowledge of principles relating to safe hoisting and rigging practices in the construction industry.?