Definition of rigging and slings, importance of safe rigging, load considerations, types of slings, types of sling hitches, safe rigging practices, and commonly required personal protective equipment (PPE).
•Define and describe rigging and slings
•State the importance of rigging to crane operations
•Identify the different types of sling materials
•Describe the different types of sling hitches
•Identify guidelines for safe rigging including sling angle, load balancing
•Describe inspection guidelines for wire rope, chains, and hooks
•Identify guidelines for rigging storage
