February 2022 Safety Scoop: Rigging
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Basic Rigging
February’s Safety Scoop focus is Rigging. Did you know that most industries in Alberta use cranes, rigging and hardware to move, lift and transport equipment in and around their facilities and yards? In addition, cranes, hoists and lifting accounted for the most injuries and incidents with 21 Potentially Serious Incidents being reported to Alberta OHS since 2018. Rigging uses diverse parts and components including slings, rigging hardware and below-the-hook lifting devices, to make up an entire lifting system.
It is essential that workers are properly trained and competent and to know how to use rigging properly while lifting, moving, turning and flipping materials across all industries. Proper rigging training, maintenance and knowledge reduces the likeliness of injury and makes the workplace safer for everyone.
Here is the scoop:
What’s involved in rigging?
How do I ensure my rigging equipment is safe to use?
What is the Rigging Resource Center?
What legislation applies to rigging?
And much more…
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Basic Rigging
This 1-day interactive course gives participants a basic level of knowledge for attaching various loads to the crane hook.
Topics covered include:
Understanding applicable legislation
Determining load weight, centre of gravity and suitable lifting points
Rigging selection, inspection and proper use
Effect of sling angles
Danger zone and pinch points
Tag lines and hand signaling
Participant learning is reinforced by rigging up assorted loads.
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