MWS 2060 - Intermediate Rigging
Clock Hours: 30
Delivery Mode
on-ground
Prerequisites: Millwright Power Tools
Industry Certifications Maintenance Apprentice
Course Description:
This module describes the use and inspection of the basic equipment and hardware used in rigging. It describes the signals used by riggers and how to calculate load limits, balance points, and how to control loads. This module will help the millwright understand the requirements and problems of rigging.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Course Competencies:
• Identify and describe the uses of common rigging hardware and equipment.
• Inspect common rigging equipment.
• Select, use, and maintain special rigging equipment, including:
o Chain hoists
o Come-alongs
o Jacks
o Tuggers
• Tie knots used in rigging.
• Use and understand the correct hand signals to guide a crane operator.
• Identify basic rigging and crane safety procedures.
• Explain load balancing.
• Read and interpret lifting capacity charts.
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