Rigging and Lifting: Types of Equipment

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Identify the various cranes, hoists, and rigging devices used in workplaces, understanding their distinct rigging systems and load capacities for safe material handling.
Describe essential safety practices, including the correct use of crane hooks, inspection procedures for chains and ropes, and the proper application of slings to maintain load balance.
Develop skills in identifying potential risks and pitfalls related to material handling, such as overloading, improper storage, and the importance of regular equipment inspection to ensure a safe work environment.

Amendment 42-24 Authorized for use 1 January 2025 / Mandatory 1 January 2026

Description

This course focuses on the safe operation of cranes, hoists, and rigging devices commonly used in workplaces for lifting and moving heavy or awkward loads. Participants will learn the importance of selecting the appropriate rigging system and equipment with the correct load capacity to ensure safe material handling. The course covers essential safety practices, such as proper use of crane hooks, inspection of chains and ropes, and the correct application of slings to maintain load balance. Emphasis is placed on avoiding common pitfalls, such as overloading, improper storage, and the importance of inspecting equipment for safety. Identify the various cranes, hoists, and rigging devices used in workplaces, understanding their distinct rigging systems and load capacities for safe material handling. Describe essential safety practices, including the correct use of crane hooks, inspection procedures for chains and ropes, and the proper application of slings to maintain load balance. Develop skills in identifying potential risks and pitfalls related to material handling, such as overloading, improper storage, and the importance of regular equipment inspection to ensure a safe work environment.


Course Objectives:

  • Identify the various cranes, hoists, and rigging devices used in workplaces, understanding their distinct rigging systems and load capacities for safe material handling
  • Describe essential safety practices, including the correct use of crane hooks, inspection procedures for chains and ropes, and the proper application of slings to maintain load balance
  • Develop skills in identifying potential risks and pitfalls related to material handling, such as overloading, improper storage, and the importance of regular equipment inspection to ensure a safe work environment

Duration: 8 min.

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Rigging and Lifting: Types of Equipment

Rigging and Lifting: Types of Equipment
Rigging and Lifting: Types of Equipment

This course focuses on the safe operation of cranes, hoists, and rigging devices commonly used in workplaces for lifting and moving heavy or awkward loads. Participants will learn the importance of selecting the appropriate rigging system and equipment with the correct load capacity to ensure safe material handling. The course covers essential safety practices, such as proper use of crane hooks, inspection of chains and ropes, and the correct application of slings to maintain load balance. Emphasis is placed on avoiding common pitfalls, such as overloading, improper storage, and the importance of inspecting equipment for safety. Identify the various cranes, hoists, and rigging devices used in workplaces, understanding their distinct rigging systems and load capacities for safe material handling. Describe essential safety practices, including the correct use of crane hooks, inspection procedures for chains and ropes, and the proper application of slings to maintain load balance. Develop skills in identifying potential risks and pitfalls related to material handling, such as overloading, improper storage, and the importance of regular equipment inspection to ensure a safe work environment.


Course Objectives:

Identify the various cranes, hoists, and rigging devices used in workplaces, understanding their distinct rigging systems and load capacities for safe material handling.;Describe essential safety practices, including the correct use of crane hooks, inspection procedures for chains and ropes, and the proper application of slings to maintain load balance.;Develop skills in identifying potential risks and pitfalls related to material handling, such as overloading, improper storage, and the importance of regular equipment inspection to ensure a safe work environment.;;

Duration: 8 min.

Frequently Asked Questions

This course is designed for employees who need to complete Rigging and Lifting: Types of Equipment training

Yes. This course is designed to meet applicable federal requirements and commonly mandated state standards. Always confirm specific state or industry requirements with your local regulations.

The course takes approximately 8 minutes to complete and can be paused and resumed at any time.

Yes. Learners receive a downloadable certificate upon successful completion, which can be used for compliance records and audits.

Yes. You can assign this course to individuals or groups using Coggno’s LMS, or purchase multiple seats for your team.

Yes. This course can be exported for delivery in most learning management systems (SCORM compatible).

Yes. The course is fully self-paced and available 24/7.

Yes. This course includes a knowledge check to reinforce learning and verify completion.

Learners have lifetime access from the date of purchase.

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Yes. Content is reviewed and updated as regulations and best practices change.

Yes. This course is available for free with an active Prime Subscription.

Yes. Refund requests can be submitted within 30 days of purchase.