Rigging & Slinging Training Courses

Date: 7th - 9th October 2019 @ @ 7.30am sharp weekends Location: near TallaghtEnquire / Book

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O’Reilly Training Ltd Rigging and Slinging course for candidates to understand the legislation, methods of rigging and slinging, rigging techniques and the principles of load turning.

Duration of training
1 day

Minimum and maximum class numbers
6 max

Award
O’Reilly Training Certificate

Duration of certificate
3 years

Required Prior Learning
None required

Course description & General Information

Course Content

INTRODUCTION TO SLINGING:

• Legislation
• Types of slings available
• Correct use of slings

METHODS OF SLINGING:

• Choice of equipment to suit SWL
• Angles of lifts
• Configuration of slings
• Weight assessment
• Centre of Gravity
• Load packing

METHODS OF RIGGING (EQUIPMENT):

• Slings- Nylon, wire rope and chain
• Chain blocks, tirfors, pull-lifts, shackles, eye-bolts, jacks, skates, pinch bars

RIGGING TECHNIQUES:

• Anchor points in relation to SWL
• Structures, runway, trusses, supports
• Safety factors
• The use of portable staging

PRINCIPLES OF LOAD TURNING:

• Choice of equipment to suit SWL
• Methods of attaching slings
• Position of the bight
• Two point lifting and turning