Every employee involved in rigging and lifting operations must fully understand the hazards associated with load handling, rigging equipment, suspended loads, and material movement. Vertex Safety Resources provides the knowledge and skills necessary to participate in rigging operations safely; however, each individual is responsible for following safe work practices, recognizing hazards, and operating within their training and limitations.
The Authorized Rigging course is designed for telecommunications workers who participate in lifting and rigging operations and require training in the safe selection, inspection, application, and use of rigging equipment. Students receive instruction on applicable regulations and standards, pre-job planning, hazard recognition, sling and rope applications, rigging hardware, load calculations, equipment inspection, signal person responsibilities, and safe lifting practices.
Through classroom instruction and practical application exercises, participants develop the knowledge and skills necessary to safely perform rigging activities under the direction of a Competent Rigger. This course provides a strong foundation in industry-recognized rigging principles and prepares workers to actively participate in lifting operations commonly encountered in the telecommunications industry.
Regulations & Standards
This course supports compliance with:
- OSHA Rigging and Material Handling Requirements
- OSHA Construction Standards
- ANSI/ASSP A10.48
- ANSI Z490.1
- Telecommunications Industry Best Practices
Pre-requisite:
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Employed or seeking employment in the telecommunications industry
Class Size:
Limit 6 students per instructor
Time:
One Day (8 Hours)
- Classroom Instruction
- Practical Application
- Written Examination
Certification Duration:
24 Months (2 Years)
Course Topics:
- Regulations and Standards
- Pre-Job Planning
- Hazard Recognition
- Different Types of Slings
- Rope
- Rigging Hardware
- Inspection Criteria
- Storage and Care
- Working Load Limits (WLL)
- Center of Gravity
- Basic Rigging Calculations
- Sling Tension Fundamentals
- Construction Plans and Lift Planning
- Rigging Plan Awareness
- Signal Person Responsibilities
- Practical Rigging Applications
Student Evaluations
Students must successfully complete practical rigging evaluations and achieve a minimum score of 80% on the written examination.
Practical evaluations include:
- Equipment inspection
- Rigging equipment selection
- Working Load Limit determination
- Basic rigging calculations
- Safe lifting practices
- Signal person communication
- Hazard identification
- Rigging hardware applications
Who Should Attend?
- Tower Technicians
- Telecommunications Workers
- Authorized Riggers
- Crew Members Involved in Material Handling
- Employees Assisting with Lifting Operations
- Individuals Seeking Initial Rigging Certification
Looking for Advanced Rigging Training?
Workers with significant rigging experience who are responsible for planning, evaluating, and supervising lifting operations should consider our Competent Rigging course. This advanced program builds upon Authorized Rigging principles and includes rigging plan development, advanced calculations, hazard assessments, and supervisory responsibilities.
View our Competent Rigging course for additional information.
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