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Rigging and Slinging Safely

Rigging And Slinging

Rigging and Slinging Safely

Specialized training provides an overview of safe working practices, safety factors and how rigging works on construction sites. It covers the basic concepts of rigging, including its history, types of rigs and the different parts of a rig. The course also discusses the various methods used to lift heavy loads, such as cranes, jibs, derricks and slings between center of gravity.

Supervisors who plan lifts should take Safe Lifting Operations; for statutory checks of slings, shackles and hooks see our lifting gear inspection service.

Related courses: Crane Operator, Banksman / Flagman.

Book this course: courses can be run at our training centre in Dubai or on your site. Call +971 58 815 0808, email info@cibmars.com or use our contact page for dates and a quotation.

Course facts

Duration One day
Intended for Riggers, Slingers, Signalmen and Crane Operators who prepare, attach and guide loads.
Delivery CIB MARS training centre in Dubai, or on your site

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Ask us for the next scheduled date, or request an in-house session for your team at your site.

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DESCRIPTION:

Rigging and Slinging Safely is a comprehensive, one day course designed to give
delegates the knowledge, skills and confidence who are involved in lifting operations as Riggers or Crane Operators.

INTENDED FOR:

Riggers, Slingers, Signalmen and Crane Operators who prepare, attach and guide loads.

AIMS / OBJECTIVES:

  • Understanding Responsibilities of Employer and Employee’s
  • Identify the main hazards of lifting activities
  • Identify the methods of inspection for lifting gears and lifting appliances
  • Understand current local legislation regarding Lifting Operations
  • Recognizing types of hazards their associated hazards
  • Implement safe lifting and shifting of material to reduce potential risk
  • Operational Safety for Lifting using 7 Steps of Safe Lifting

COURSE CONTENTS:

  • Introduction
  • Responsibilities of Employers
  • Responsibilities of Employees
  • Responsibilities of Rigger / Crane Operators
  • Common causes of accidents
  • Terms and Definitions
  • Safe Actions / Safe Conditions
  • Emergency shutdown procedures
  • Hazard Identification and Control Measures
  • Lifting, handling and controlling the load
  • Hand Signals
  • Proper Personal Protective Equipment
  • Practical Exercises
  •  Safe Lifting of Loads
  • Safe Landing of Loads
  • Practical session

LEARNING METHODOLOGY:

There will be a dynamic blend of the following:

  • Facilitator-led Presentations (In person)
  • Syndicate/group Work
  • Individual Action Plans
  •  Skill Building Exercises
  • Application Activities & Role Plays

DURATION:

ONE DAY

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:

Practical and theoretical assessment to evaluate the familiarity of the candidates with the requirements/ procedures.

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