Introduction to Rigging and Lifting

OPITO INTRODUCTION TO RIGGING AND LIFTING OPERATIONS

The OPITO Introduction to Rigging and Lifting Operations course is widely recognised as the industry-standard introductory rigging and lifting course. Delegates undertaking and successfully completing the course will be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills to begin the second stage of their training in the workplace under supervision.
The course is delivered over three days and provides a combination of theory (classroom-based) and practical learning. Delegates will take part in a range of practical lifting operations in our purpose-built rigging and lifting facility in Aberdeen.

Relevant legislation
Safe systems of work
Risk assessment, lift planning and control measures
Equipment pre and post use inspection, including
certification of equipment
Safe and correct use of equipment
Equipment identification and selection
Rigging principles and terminology
Weight identification and estimation
Placement of loads
Disconnection of lifting equipment
Hand signalling and radios
Awareness of crane operating principles
Awareness of conflicting activities
Environmental factors
Awareness of manual handling
Appreciation of dynamic factors