Qualified Basic Rigger and Inspector Training

When:

  • Jun 25, 2024 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM

Where:

  • ELEVATE
  • 4100 Westown Pkwy
  • West Des Moines, IA 50266
Fee Type of Fee
$399 /Person - MBI Members
$499 /Person - Non-Members

Presenters: Brandon Black and Kim Hodne, Construction Safety Specialists, Inc. - West Des Moines, IA 

Basic Rigging and Inspection Course is designed to provide participants with a basic level of knowledge of rigging gear inspection, proper rigging procedures, and load control using typical rigging techniques. Classroom interactive, and problem-solving workshops. Basic Rigging & Inspection is the ideal foundational skill and knowledge building course for those new to cranes, rigging, and load handling.

Learning Objectives: 

  • Rigging Introduction - Basic rigging terms, rigging gear capacity and use, and identify load control methods with various sling hitches. 
  • Rigging Inspection - Recognize and evaluate field-damaged rigging gear samples according to the guidelines established by recognized industry standards. 
  • Rigging Selection - Select slings and rigging hardware based on the anticipated loading and rigging method. 
  • Load Handling Activities - Recognize common load handling hazards, blocking practices, crane hand signals, and path of travel; as well as an introduction to completing a standard lift plan. 
  • Equipment Testing - Understand the testing requirements of rigging gear according to the guidelines established by recognized industry standards. 
  • Rigging Knots - Become familiar with the basic knots utilized in rigging 
  • Sling and Hardware Applications - Become familiar with good rigging practices. 

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