This free online course teaches you how to use rigging and lifting equipment and explains how safety devices operate.

Rigging and lifting jobs are an integral part of any construction project. They require mechanized equipment that raises the risk of injury and mishap if not handled properly. Rigging and lifting accidents have resulted in the loss of both personnel and material. Each worker at a worksite requires some primary knowledge of the process, procedures and machinery involved in these jobs. This training goes a long way towards making the operation smooth and reduces the risk of injury or loss to both workers and property. This introductory health and safety course is designed to address the concerns of the worksite. We cover the principles of rigging and lifting and provide you with a deep understanding of each device used to perform the job. We then explain safe handling and operating procedures to reduce the risk of accidents.

This course is created from a beginner's perspective and teaches you everything on the topic thoroughly from scratch. We begin by introducing you to the principles and elements of rigging and lifting and then take you through the provisions and measures designed to make worksites safe. Our lessons then guide you through the various instruments, systems and devices used to perform the job and provide the best practices used to handle them. By the end of this course, you will be confident enough to recognize the devices and tools being used in the rigging and lifting process and understand the safe working procedures involved with each.

Whether you are experienced or new to such work, this health and safety course aims to provide practical guidance for all the relevant personnel involved in and around rigging and lifting work. This course is ideal for workers, supervisors and managers involved in lifting and rigging operations at construction sites, warehouses and job sites to ensure a safe workplace. This course content meets the occupational health and safety standards for the workplace and thus upgrades your skills. Sign up to this health and safety course to learn how to reduce risk and protect construction workers and equipment from rigging and lifting accidents.