Hoisting and Rigging

This course is offered at the client location only. The cost for this course is $180 pp unlimited seating.

Kindly note Tower cranes are not able to be included as part of this training program.

Minimum class sizes are 5 participants, and in the event enrollment minimums aren't achieved, the next available dates will be offered to clients.

Refresher courses are 1/2 day (4 hours), intended for experienced operators or those with more than 88 hours of operation around 0 - 8 ton cranes in a year. The cost for this course is $180 pp unlimited seating.

Full day courses are 8 hours intended for new operators or those with less than 88 hours of experience in an environment where they are regularly exposed to hoisting rigging applications. The cost for this course is $200 pp unlimited seating.

Upon successful completion of a refresher course, the learner will:

Clearly identify crane hazards
Understand the basics of Crane Operation, 0 to 8 ton
Complete a basic load calculation
Identify the importance of, and describe critical components for inspection on hoisting and lifting devices
Demonstrate knowledge in various rigging devices used in hoisting applications
Includes basic practical assessment of safe operating practices. (either as a group or a brief one on one)

Upon successful completion of a full day course, the learner will:

Identify different types of cranes where hoisting rigging will be used
Identify Crane Hazards
Describe the hazards involved in a 0 - 8 ton crane
Identify different devices used during hoisting and rigging application
Understand how to calculate basic load and weight distribution for hoisting and rigging devices
Complete a variety of load calculation demonstrating knowledge of mathematical skill
Inspect the components of hoisting devices used on cranes before use
Identify different types of knots used during hoisting and rigging applications
Participants will be able to demonstrate a general knowledge of principles relating to safe hoisting and rigging practices in the construction industry.