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Rigging and Lifting: Equipment and Devices
Rigging and lifting are an important part of any construction project and have a direct impact on the safety of workers and equipment. Every worker at a worksite should possess basic knowledge of how to safely operate the equipment used for the job. This health and safety course provides detailed insight into the principles of rigging and lifting and explains how to use various devices to ensure safe handling and lifting practices.
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Rigging and Lifting: Equipment and Devices
This free online course teaches you how to use rigging and lifting equipment and explains how safety devices operate.
Rigging and lifting are an important part of any construction project and have a direct impact on the safety of workers and equipment. Every worker at a worksite should possess basic knowledge of how to safely operate the equipment used for the job. This health and safety course provides detailed insight into the principles of rigging and lifting and explains how to use various devices to ensure safe handling and lifting practices.
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Rigging and Lifting - An overview
This module introduces you to the basics of rigging and lifting. Learn about the tools and equipment used for Rigging and Lifting and the best ways to handle them. Realise the best practices to make the work site safe, secure and hygienic. The lessons then guide you in calculating the load weight and the number of methods to determine the weight.
1.Learning Outcomes
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2.Introduction to Rigging and Lifting
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3.Pre-requirements for a Worksite
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4.Guidance on Rigging and Lifting Equipment - Part 1
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5.Guidance on Rigging and Lifting Equipment - Part 2
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6.Calculation of Load’s Weight, Sling’s Angles and Pressure
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7.Lesson Summary
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Comments5 Comments

Dr. Uqbah I.May 03, 2025
Great course

EL FATHI Y.February 10, 2025
I found these courses to be challenging yet incredibly rewarding. The knowledge I gained is invaluable, and I would recommend them to anyone seeking a truly enriching learning experience.
Thanks.

Mikhail S.September 02, 2024
Quite complete and helps to familiarize with the details of the rigging and industrial safety trade.

Khethukuthula M.May 01, 2024
Loved the process and the information contained herein is vital. I will absolutely recommend it to my friends.

Gregory F.Aprpril 24, 2024
it was exciting and challenging very knowledgeable would recommend these courses to anyone
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