Advanced Rigging Course

Lesson 1 • Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

Trains systematic hazard recognition before and during lifts. Provides risk-ranking tools used throughout advanced rigging practice.

Lesson 2 • Personal Protective Equipment for Riggers

Specifies PPE selection, inspection, and use for rigging environments. Reinforces safety culture as a professional standard, not a checklist.

Lesson 3 • Regulatory and Standards Framework

Surveys occupational safety regulations and industry consensus standards governing rigging. Establishes compliance expectations for all course activities.

Lesson 4 • Physics of Lifting and Load Behaviour

Applies Newton's laws and vector analysis to suspended loads. Connects physics theory directly to real-world rigging decisions.

Lesson 1 • Wire Rope Ratings and Selection Criteria

Applies working load limits and design factors to rope selection. Ensures students match rope grade and diameter to specific lift requirements.

Lesson 2 • Wire Rope Handling and Storage

Establishes correct unreeling, coiling, and storage practices. Prevents premature damage that compromises rated capacity.

Lesson 3 • Wire Rope Construction and Classification

Explains strand count, core types, and lay configurations. Connects construction variables to performance characteristics in lifting applications.

Lesson 4 • Wire Rope Inspection Techniques

Trains visual and tactile inspection methods per industry standards. Students identify discard criteria before rope failure occurs.

Lesson 1 • Shackles: Selection and Safe Use

Covers screw-pin, bolt-type, and round-pin shackles for rigging configurations. Applies WLL tables and pin-mousing requirements.

Lesson 2 • Turnbuckles and Rigging Screws

Addresses tensioning hardware used in structural and load-securing applications. Students calculate thread engagement minimums and inspect for damage.

Lesson 3 • Rings, Links, and Master Links

Explains master rings, pear-shaped links, and connecting links in multi-leg sling assemblies. Ensures correct load distribution through hardware.

Lesson 4 • Eyebolts, Hoist Rings, and Lifting Points

Distinguishes shouldered eyebolts from hoist rings and their angular load limits. Prevents misuse that causes catastrophic hardware failure.

Lesson 1 • Wire Rope Slings and Configurations

Applies wire rope sling constructions to single-leg and multi-leg assemblies. Connects sling angle to tension increase for safe lift planning.

Lesson 2 • Chain Slings: Grades and Applications

Differentiates alloy chain grades and their temperature and impact resistance. Students match chain grade to environmental and load conditions.

Lesson 3 • Multi-Leg Sling Sets and Angle Calculations

Calculates leg tension in two-, three-, and four-leg sling sets at varying angles. Addresses unequal leg loading and load equalisation strategies.

Lesson 4 • Synthetic Web and Round Slings

Covers polyester web and round sling construction, colour coding, and capacity tables. Trains inspection for cuts, UV damage, and chemical exposure.

Lesson 1 • Load Weight Estimation Methods

Applies material density tables, volume formulas, and scale verification to determine load weight. Eliminates guesswork that causes overload incidents.

Lesson 2 • Centre of Gravity Determination

Locates COG for regular and irregular loads using calculation and balance-point methods. Accurate COG prevents unexpected load tilt during lifts.

Lesson 3 • Rigging Geometry and Load Distribution

Calculates hook load, sling tension, and hardware stress for planned configurations. Validates that all components remain within rated capacity.

Lesson 4 • Lift Plan Development and Documentation

Structures a complete lift plan including equipment selection, personnel roles, and contingencies. Satisfies regulatory documentation requirements for critical lifts.

Lesson 1 • Crane Setup and Ground Bearing Pressure

Calculates outrigger pad sizing and ground bearing pressure for mobile crane setup. Prevents crane tip-over caused by inadequate ground support.

Lesson 2 • Crane Signals and Communication Protocols

Standardises hand signals, radio procedures, and signal person responsibilities. Eliminates communication failures that cause crane accidents.

Lesson 3 • Crane Capacity Derating Factors

Applies wind speed, boom angle, and configuration derating to published capacity. Ensures students never operate at chart capacity without accounting for site variables.

Lesson 4 • Crane Types and Operating Principles

Surveys mobile, tower, overhead, and gantry cranes and their structural operating principles. Establishes which crane type suits specific site and load conditions.

Lesson 1 • Lifting Over Energised Equipment

Applies exclusion zone rules and engineering controls for lifts near electrical hazards. Integrates permit-to-work systems with lift plan execution.

Lesson 2 • Real-Time Lift Monitoring and Adjustment

Trains continuous monitoring of load behaviour, equipment indicators, and personnel positioning during active lifts. Establishes criteria for immediate lift suspension.

Lesson 3 • Critical Lift Classification and Planning

Defines critical lift thresholds and mandatory engineering review triggers. Produces engineered lift plans meeting regulatory and organisational standards.

Lesson 4 • Precision Placement and Load Control

Develops techniques for controlled load travel, tag line use, and precision setting. Minimises load swing and collision risk in congested work areas.

Lesson 1 • Inspection Frequency and Classification

Defines initial, frequent, and periodic inspection intervals per equipment type. Aligns inspection schedules with regulatory requirements and usage intensity.

Lesson 2 • Rigging Equipment Maintenance Practices

Applies cleaning, lubrication, and minor repair procedures to extend equipment service life. Distinguishes field-maintainable tasks from shop or manufacturer repairs.

Lesson 3 • Inspection Recordkeeping and Traceability

Builds compliant inspection records linking equipment identity to inspection history. Supports audit readiness and incident investigation traceability.

Lesson 4 • Equipment Retirement and Disposal

Applies discard criteria and retirement decision logic for all rigging components. Prevents retired equipment from re-entering service through controlled disposal.