objectivesThe Rigging Safety for Construction online course from OSHA Education School is an intermediate-level course that covers basic rigging terminology, practices, and means of avoiding rigging failures or accidents. While not intended to provide individuals with training to achieve the status of Competent Person, the Rigging Safety for Construction course provides a thorough understanding of basic rigging terminology and rigging practices to ensure confidence when observing rigging operations in the field.
OSHA Education School’s Rigging Safety for Construction course will teach proper rigging practices, including why safe rigging is needed, the methodology behind a safe working load, and what is not considered acceptable as rigging material. Participants of this online course will become familiar with proper safety regarding various ropes, slings, and chains, as well as safe use on the job site. Specific course topics include the following:
Introduction to rigging
General importance of rigging safety
General rigging
Wire rope
Fiber rope
Chains
Synthetic web slings
Rigging best practices
Rigging hardware
Situational analysis
Additionally, participants will cover the following industry terms:
Safe working load
Wire rope and slings
Fiber rope
Rigging practices
descriptionRiggers should keep their hands, fingers, and feet clear of pinch points. Be aware of stacked material when lifting to avoid knocking it over with a swinging load. Use a designated spotter during lifting to ensure proper clearances are maintained. Rigging Safety for Construction is an intermediate-level online course offered by OSHA EDUCATION SCHOOL. It covers fundamental rigging vocabulary, procedures, and methods for preventing rigging failures or accidents. While the Rigging Safety for Construction course is not intended to provide individuals with the training necessary to achieve the status of Competent Person, it does provide a thorough understanding of basic rigging terminology and practices that will instill confidence when observing field rigging operations. The Rigging Safety for Construction course will cover correct rigging techniques, such as why safe rigging is necessary, the technique for determining a safe working load, and what is and is not appropriate rigging material. This online course will familiarise participants with appropriate rope, sling, and chain safety, as well as safe job
You must score at least 70% to pass this OSHA training. You will be given up to THREE opportunities to pass the quizzes and final exam.
Failure to pass quizzes and the final exam will result in being locked out of this online training program, but the learner can repurchase and start back from the beginning.
Upon completing this Rigging Safety For Construction and the accompanying survey, you will receive an OSHA card from the provider of this OSHA training on behalf of the Department of Labor.
Students who successfully complete the program will receive a completion card issued by the U.S. Department of Labor.
YOU MUST COMPLETE THE SURVEY AT THE END OF THIS TRAINING TO RECEIVE YOUR DOL CARD
outline1. Introduction
Rigging Safety Requirements
Objectives
2. Importance of Rigging Safety
Accident Review
3. General
Qualified Rigger
Safe Working Load
Rigging Equipment
Situational Analysis
4. Wire Rope
Wire Rope Selection
Rigger’s Wire Rope Language
Inspections
Obvious Signs of Damage
Inspection Procedure
Inspection Procedure
Wire Rope Sling Removal
Internal Inspection
Wire Rope Clips
Installation of Wire Rope Clips
5. Fiber Rope
Characteristics
Selection
6. Chains
Characteristics
Chain Failure
7. Synthetic Web Slings
Characteristics
Advantages
Disadvantages
Inspection Criteria
Continuous Slings
Situational Analysis
8. Rigging Practices
Angles
Sling Angles
Spreader Beams
Sharp Bends
Electrocution
Dos and Don’ts
9. Rigging Hardware
Connections
Shackles
Eyebolts
Spreader Beams
Damaged Samples of Hardware
Situational Analysis
10. Conclusion
Summary
Review
References for Further Study Benefits The OSHA Education School online Rigging Safety for Construction course teaches participants a broad overview of safe rigging operations Upon successful completion of this course, participants will understand the basics of rigging safety, including the following:
Terminology associated with rigging safety
The importance of load capacity
Good vs. bad rigging practices
The importance of safe practices in regard to rigging
Essential rigging equipment and hardware