Course Outline

Introduction to Industrial Rigging

Determining a Lift's Center of Gravity

Slings & Tension Effects on Slings at Various Angles

Proper Use of Spreader Beams

Coefficient of Friction

Selection and Rating of Hooks

Proper Selection of Wire Rope

Determining Strengths of Wire Rope

Measuring Wire Ropes for Strength & Safety

Effects of Wire Rope Fittings on Lifting Strength

Wire Rope Slings & Their Proper Applications

Chains: Selection, Strength & Their Application

Selection and Proper Use of Metal Mesh Slings

Fiber & Synthetic Ropes & Their Applications

Webbing Slings: Proper Use of Chokers, Baskets & Double Baskets

Industrial Hoists & Cranes: Rating & Usage

Proper Reeving Techniques

Industrial Cranes & Hoists

Wedges & Inclined Planes

Load Leveling

 

 

 

 

Industrial Rigging

Instructor-led Training Course
Delivered at Your Location

     MaintenanceResources.com can now bring high quality instructor-led training to your facility to help your staff safely perform rigging duties.

     This course can be tailored to address specific plant needs.

     In this twenty hour hands-on course you'll learn how to:

  • Inspect hooks, nylon slings, wire rope slings, wire rope, fiber rope, chains, chain slings, hoist chain, and metal mesh slings for safety

  • Determine safe load limits

  • Figure balance point of loads

  • Apply the techniques of a skilled rigger

Who Should Attend: Riggers, crane hookers, equipment set up personnel, crane maintenance men, mechanical or electrical maintenance crafts, production employees, shipping and receiving personnel, crane operators, plant managers, or anyone involved in the operation of a crane at your site.

Length: 20 hours.

Class Size: Up to 12.

CEU's Awarded: 1.75

Format: Hands-on workshop.  One lab station for every two participants.

Course Customization: Call 1-800-777-0753 for a detailed outline or for information about tailoring this course to your specific needs.  

Pricing: Dependent on total number of training days delivered.

Course Location: Your site.


This course is delivered at your location.  For pricing information and to schedule your on-site sessions please contact a Sales Representative for our delivery partner, Learn Maintenance, at 1-800-777-0753.

 

 

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