Module 1
Course Orientation
Review the course overview, target learners, delivery details, assessment expectations, and reference tables before starting Module 1.
150,000 Rwf
HybridLifting Operations
Rigging & Slinging Techniques
Course preview
Gain comprehensive knowledge in slinging methods, center of gravity calculation, load limits, and safety in heavy lifting operations.
Hybrid delivery: Includes both self-paced online modules and scheduled in-person practical sessions.
1 monthCertificate
Payment verification: course access activates after the submitted transfer reference is reviewed by finance.
Instructor
Senior Rigging Specialist
This course includes module tests, a 50-question final test, and a certificate when completed through the learner dashboard.
Course Chapters
16
Course Content
16 comprehensive modules
Module 2
Module 1: Introduction to Rigging and Slinging
Welcome to Module 1: Introduction to Rigging and Slinging. This professional learning module covers the critical HSE requirements, international standards, and operational guidelines required for workplace safety. Explain what rigging and slinging mean in lifting operations. Describe why poor rigging can cause dropped loads, struck-by incidents, equipment failure, and fatalities.
Module 3
Module 2: Roles and Responsibilities in Lifting Operations
Welcome to Module 2: Roles and Responsibilities in Lifting Operations. This professional learning module covers the critical HSE requirements, international standards, and operational guidelines required for workplace safety. List the key members of a lifting team. Explain the duties of a rigger, slinger, banksman, signaler, lifting supervisor, crane operator, HSE officer, and site supervisor.
Module 4
Module 3: Lifting Accessories and Rigging Equipment
Welcome to Module 3: Lifting Accessories and Rigging Equipment. This professional learning module covers the critical HSE requirements, international standards, and operational guidelines required for workplace safety. Identify common slings, shackles, hooks, clamps, eyebolts, master links, beams, and tag lines. Explain basic uses and limitations of each accessory.
Module 5
Module 4: Inspection of Slings and Lifting Accessories
Welcome to Module 4: Inspection of Slings and Lifting Accessories. This professional learning module covers the critical HSE requirements, international standards, and operational guidelines required for workplace safety. Conduct a basic visual inspection of common lifting accessories. Identify defects in webbing slings, chain slings, wire rope slings, shackles, hooks, and lifting points.
Module 6
Module 5: Load Weight, Centre of Gravity, and Stability
Welcome to Module 5: Load Weight, Centre of Gravity, and Stability. This professional learning module covers the critical HSE requirements, international standards, and operational guidelines required for workplace safety. Explain load weight and why it must be known or reliably estimated. Identify possible centre of gravity positions.
Module 7
Module 6: Working Load Limit, Rated Capacity, and Sling Angles
Welcome to Module 6: Working Load Limit, Rated Capacity, and Sling Angles. This professional learning module covers the critical HSE requirements, international standards, and operational guidelines required for workplace safety. Define WLL, SWL, rated capacity, and safety factor in practical terms. Explain why sling angles affect leg tension.
Module 8
Module 7: Sling Selection and Correct Attachment
Welcome to Module 7: Sling Selection and Correct Attachment. This professional learning module covers the critical HSE requirements, international standards, and operational guidelines required for workplace safety. Select suitable sling types for common construction loads. Compare vertical, basket, choke, and multi-leg configurations.
Module 9
Module 8: Rigging Methods and Practical Slinging Techniques
Welcome to Module 8: Rigging Methods and Practical Slinging Techniques. This professional learning module covers the critical HSE requirements, international standards, and operational guidelines required for workplace safety. Describe safe methods for lifting beams, pipe bundles, pallets, containers, formwork, and irregular loads. Prepare a basic rigging sequence.
Module 10
Module 9: Load Control, Tag Lines, and Safe Landing
Welcome to Module 9: Load Control, Tag Lines, and Safe Landing. This professional learning module covers the critical HSE requirements, international standards, and operational guidelines required for workplace safety. Explain load swing, rotation, and line-of-fire hazards. Use tag lines safely when required by the lifting plan.
Module 11
Module 10: Communication, Signalling, and Lifting Briefings
Welcome to Module 10: Communication, Signalling, and Lifting Briefings. This professional learning module covers the critical HSE requirements, international standards, and operational guidelines required for workplace safety. Explain why only agreed signals should be used. Describe basic hand signal and radio communication principles.
Module 12
Module 11: Exclusion Zones and Suspended Load Safety
Welcome to Module 11: Exclusion Zones and Suspended Load Safety. This professional learning module covers the critical HSE requirements, international standards, and operational guidelines required for workplace safety. Define exclusion zone and danger zone. Explain why no one should stand under suspended loads.
Module 13
Module 12: Common Rigging Mistakes and Incident Prevention
Welcome to Module 12: Common Rigging Mistakes and Incident Prevention. This professional learning module covers the critical HSE requirements, international standards, and operational guidelines required for workplace safety. Identify common mistakes in rigging and slinging. Explain immediate and underlying causes of rigging incidents.
Module 14
Module 13: Emergency Response and Incident Reporting
Welcome to Module 13: Emergency Response and Incident Reporting. This professional learning module covers the critical HSE requirements, international standards, and operational guidelines required for workplace safety. Describe immediate actions after a dropped load, injury, equipment failure, or near miss. Explain emergency stop, scene control, first aid coordination, and escalation.
Module 15
Module 14: Practical Competency Assessment and Final Project
Welcome to Module 14: Practical Competency Assessment and Final Project. This professional learning module covers the critical HSE requirements, international standards, and operational guidelines required for workplace safety. Demonstrate accessory inspection. Select appropriate sling arrangement for a simulated load.
Module 16
Course Resources and Assessment
Review the manual's field guides, templates, final projects, rubrics, written examination material, and closing resources.
Final Test
Final Assessment
Complete 50 questions covering the course controls, response steps, and reporting expectations.