Basic Rigging Safety

Basic Rigging Safety

FALL PROTECTION SAFETY TRAINING VIDEO

Know the weight of the load.

Know the center of gravity of the load.

Make load attachment above the center of gravity of the load.

Select hitch that will hold and control.

Know the rated capacity of slings and hardware.

Select sling best suited for load.

Inspect all rigging before the lift.

Protect sling from sharp surfaces.

Proper calculation of increased tension caused by sling angles (on all rigging components!).

TRENCHES & EXCAVATIONS SAFETY

Allow for D/D ratio on all slings.

Calculate reductions when using choker hitch.

Keep personnel clear from lift area.

Barricade the lifting area to avoid unauthorized entry.

Lift load a few inches then check rigging.

Use taglines to control the materials.

Know limitations of all lifting devices used.

Lift slowly and stop slowly.

 

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PICTORIAL TRAINING

Basic Rigging Safety