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Rigger and Signalperson (Intermediate) (CAN)
This Rigger and Signalperson - Intermediate course, which is compliant with Canadian safety training standards, is designed specifically for riggers and signalers. The course covers a range of topics including definitions, types of slings, hardware, weight and balance, angles and stresses, sling hitches, center of gravity, and communication. This course satisfies the classroom component of occupational safety training and includes a proficiency checklist for employers to use for practical evaluations. Upon completion, participants can download and print a certificate or wallet card as proof of their training. Please note that only employers can grant employee certifications, and certification requirements can vary by state or province. It's advised to check local standards for any additional training requirements.
The Rigger and Signalperson (Intermediate) (CAN) course is OSHA compliant and the online version satisfies OSHA’s classroom training requirement.
Throughout the course, participants will encounter practice quiz questions to prepare for the final written exam. The course also includes a checklist for employers to use during a practical exam as per OSHA requirements.
- Introduction
- Definitions
- Sling Types
- Synthetic Slings
- Wire Rope Slings
- Chain Slings
- Hardware
- Lifting Devices
- Weight
- Angles and Stresses
- Sling Hitches
- Vertical Hitches
- Bridle Hitches
- Choker Hitches
- Basket Hitches
- Center of Gravity
- Communication
- General Hand Signals
- Conclusion
Course Goals:
- Gain knowledge of load securing and learn to avoid common mistakes causing rigging accidents.
- Identify different types of rigging equipment such as slings, shackles, eye bolts, hooks, and commonly used lifting devices.
- Understand the strengths and weaknesses of the equipment and how to inspect it.
- Learn how to calculate the weight of the load, rig the load based on its center of gravity, and calculate the angles and stresses of a pick. Gain knowledge on different methods to secure a load with sling hitches.
- Learn to use voice and hand signals to communicate with the crane operator when moving a load.
Estimated Training Length: Time spent on this training will vary as everyone learns and progresses differently. However, the estimated duration of this training is between 4.5-5 hours.
Target Audience:
- Employees
- Supervisors
- Managers
- Employers
CEUs:
- This course is equivalent to .5 CEUs.
- To earn CEUs, complete this course and pass the final exam with a score of at least 80%.
Compliance:
Familiarity with all other applicable federal, state, and local standards is necessary, as this training covers the following laws and regulations:
- CAN/CSA-Z150-11 – Safety Code on Mobile Cranes
- CAN/CSA-Z150.3-11 – Safety Code on Articulating Boom Cranes
- CSA-C22.2 No.33-M1984 (R2004) – Safety Code for Material Hoists
- ISO 16715:2014 – Hand Signals Used with Cranes
- ASME/ANSI B30.1-29 – Cranes, Slings, Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices
- ASME/ANSI B30.22 – Articulating Boom Cranes
- CSA-B167-08 (R2015) – Overhead Traveling Cranes -design, inspection, testing , maintenance, safe operation
- ASME B30.2 – Overhead and Gantry Cranes (top running bridge, single/multiple girder, top running trolley hoist)
- ASME B30.11 – Monorails and Under-hung Cranes
- ASME B30.16 – Overhead Hoists (Under-Hung)
- ASME B30.17 – Overhead and Gantry Cranes (top running bridge, simple girder, under-hung hoist)
Course topics:
- Definitions
- Sling Types
- Hardware
- Lifting Devices
- Weight
- Angles and Stresses
- Sling Hitches
- Center of Gravity
- Communication
Approximately 240 minutes
A passing score for this course is 80%, and participants will have two attempts to pass the test.
A certificate will be available for download and printing upon successful completion of the Rigger and Signalperson (Intermediate) (CAN) course.
Course Details
Course Length
This course will take roughly 240 minutes
Passing Mark
To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz
Certificate
Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print
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