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Perform Rigger and Signalman Tasks

Name: Perform Rigger and Signalman Tasks
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Training Provider: SCAL ACADEMY PTE. LTD.

Course Reference: TGS-2023018322

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About This Course

CE 1: Prepare to perform rigger and signalman tasks

Participate in risk assessment and lifting plan briefing for lifting operations as a rigger
Identify risks of lifting operation related to rigger and signalman at work site
Ascertain weight of loads
Determine the Centre of Gravity of regular and irregular loads
Conduct pre-lift inspection of the crane, lifting gear and accessories
Select appropriate rigging equipment, lifting gears and accessories for lifting the load
Check the serviceability of communication equipment and radio
Set up communications equipment and radio channels for safe lifting operations
Practice good housekeeping of communication equipment, crane lifting gear and accessories
Report any abnormalities/ defects in the crane, lifting gear, accessories and communication equipment according to standard operating procedures
CE 2: Perform rigger and signalman tasks

Observe and apply safety practices and hazard work site when carrying out rigger and signalman tasks
Identify hazards related to lifting operations
Use of PPE and tag line to carry out rigger and signalman tasks
Select and use appropriate slinging method, rigging equipment, lifting gears and accessories on load
Check to ensure an adequate number of lifting gears to lift the load
Apply rigging techniques to load
Verify that load is properly rigged
Apply 3-step lifting and lowering method
Direct load to destination with safe lifting techniques
Communicate lifting instructions using standard hand and voice signals
Check for blind spots and estimate clearance of swing path
CE 3: Reinstate rigger and signalman work area

Dismantle rigging equipment, lifting gears and accessories
Carry out housekeeping of equipment and work area
Carry out post-operational checks on communication equipment, crane lifting gear and accessories
Report any damage and defects on communication equipment, crane, lifting gear and accessories

What You'll Learn

Perform Rigger and Signalman Tasks is a course that teaches students the skills and knowledge necessary to safely and effectively perform rigging and signalman tasks in a variety of industrial settings. The course typically covers topics such as rigging equipment and hardware, load handling and lifting techniques, rigging and signaling safety procedures, and communication and coordination with other workers. Upon completion of the course, students should have the ability to properly select, inspect, and use rigging equipment, understand load weight and stability, and understand hand signals. The course may be offered to workers in construction, industrial, manufacturing, or any field that requires the use of cranes, forklifts, or other heavy equipment.

Entry Requirements

Have a basic knowledge of the relevant sector of work
Be able to listen and speak English at a proficiency level equivalent to the Employability Skills (ES) level 2
Be able to read and write English at a proficiency level equivalent to ES level 2
Be able to manipulate numbers at a proficiency level equivalent to ES level 2; and
Be medically fit