Rigging Safety for Cranes

We have all heard the phrase... "A chain is only as strong as its weakest link". When it comes to crane operations, rigging can often be that "weak link". How a load is attached to the crane can make the difference between a successful lift and a devastating accident. Rigging-related accidents are more often than not deadly. A small miscalculation, or a brief moment of inattention, and tragedy could strike. Once a load falls not much can be done to stop it, and there is little time for people to move safely out of the way. A coworker can be injured or killed, and expensive equipment and cargo could be damaged or destroyed... even the crane itself. Our safety training products on "Rigging Safety" point out to employees that over 90% of rigging-related accidents are caused by human error... and that they are the key to preventing these incidents. Topics covered in these products include: Physical and mental preparation, Selecting and using the appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE), Equipment inspection, Hazard assessment, Slings and hitches, Hand signals, Load angles, and more.

Related training topics that will work well with Rigging Safety for Cranes Training: OSHA Compliance Training, Construction Safety Training, First Aid, Safety Posters