Description

PEC / Premier’s 1-day, 8-hour rigging program meets both API RP 2D 6th edition standards, MMS 30, CFR 250, and Shell’s requirements. Our program consists of classroom and hands-on training in basic rigging techniques such as slings, taglines, knot-tying, hand signals, personnel basket transfers, etc.

Course Objectives

Students will receive extensive knowledge in the following topics:
• Typical Causes of Rigging and Crane Accidents
• Rigger Responsibilities
• Loose Gear Items
   1. Selectiuon, Maintenance, Inspection, and Capacity Determination
• Types of Slings (wire rope, synthetic strap and chain)
• Types of Sling Hitches and Capacity
• Thimbles
• Shackles
• Link
• Cable Clips
• Personnel Baskets, Cargo Nets and Equipment
• Spreader Bars
• End Connections
• Sheaves
• Load Binders
• Hooks and Blocks
• Turnbuckles and Eye Bolts
• Wire Rope and Rope Knots
• Snatch Blocks
• Loose Gear Inspection and Inventory Reports
• Rigging Priciples
   1. Load Control, Taglines and Stability
   2. Lift Planning
   3. Unbinding Loads
   4. Personnel Transfers
• Signaling and Communication
• Loading and Offloading Operations
   1. Loading Sequence
   2. Personal Protective Equipment Use
   3. Pinch Points and Proper Positioning
• Written Exam

Target Audience

Rigging (API RP 2D 6th ed.) is required by the MMS and USCG for personnel involved in crane load rigging and handling loads. This course is also for transportation company personnel and onshore riggers.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.