Overview 

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of rigging and lifting operations, focusing on safety, equipment selection, and calculation methods. Participants will gain hands-on experience and knowledge of rigging and lifting techniques to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations. Upon completion, they will be equipped to select appropriate equipment, calculate load requirements, and apply safe lifting practices in various industrial and construction settings. 

  

Course Element 

Element 1: Definition of Rigging and Lifting 

1. Identify the risks associated in a rigging and lifting operation. 
2. Understand the requirements of applicable legislation to lifting and rigging operations. 
3. Recognize different types of lifting and rigging operations. 

  

Element 2: Wire Rope Sling 

1. Master the different types of slings used in lifting and rigging operations, including wire rope slings. 
2. Inspection and correct use of wire rope in rigging operations. 
3. Understand the safety factor of lifting accessories and equipment. 
4. Protective slings to edges and nodes. 

  

Element 3: Elements for Calculating and Sizing a Sling 

1. Calculate the SWL and WLL of slings. 
2. Understand elements for calculating and sizing a sling. 
3. Mechanical strength of equipment/accessories and their safety factor. 
4. Elements for calculating and sizing a sling for lifting and rigging operations. 

  

Element 4: Lifting Equipment 

1. Understanding lifting equipment and accessories used in lifting and rigging operations. 
2. Examination and inspection of rigging and lifting equipment. 
3. Accessories and equipment used during lifting operations, including tirfors, chain blocks, pull lifts, and beam clamps. 
4. Safety factors related to lifting equipment. 

  

Element 5: Chain Sling and Accessories 

1. Chain slings and accessories: types, features, and limitations. 
2. Chain sling inspection and correct usage. 
3. Maintenance of slings and accessories. 
4. Recommended rigging methods for different lifting tasks. 
5. Protection against abrasion using slings and accessories. 

  

Element 6: Rigging Accessories & Case Study 

1. Identifying rigging accessories and their correct use in lifting operations. 
2. Using recommended rigging methods to move various items safely. 
3. The lifting plan, identifying, and marking lifting accessories. 
4. Precautions to be taken by the slinger during lifting operations. 
5. The gesture of command and control during lifting operations. 
6. Pre-use inspection and discarding equipment if needed. 

  

Knowledge Test 

  

Duration 

Two days training 

  

Course Certificate 

Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive Alam AlSahara Rigging & Lifting course completion certificate, valid for two years. 

 

Instructor Background: 

The instructors are qualified professionals with extensive experience in occupational health and safety, industrial operations, and professional training. They possess relevant academic qualifications and professional certifications, supported by practical industry experience. 

 

Type of Assessment:  

Multiple Choice Test 

 

Assessment Requirement 

Participants are required to achieve 100% attendance. Assessment for this course consists of a written post‑test with a minimum passing score of 75%. Participants must achieve at least 75% to be considered competent and to receive the course certificate.