Rigging, Level 2, 1st edition

Published by Pearson (March 17, 2006) © 2006

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Title overview

This exceptionally produced trainee guide features a highly illustrated design, technical hints and tips from industry experts, review questions and a whole lot more! Key content includes Telescopic Boom Assembly and Disassembly, Lattice Boom Assembly and Disassembly, Lift Planning, Advanced Rigging Practices and Personnel Lifts.

 

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Table of contents


(Total Level Hours: 85)

38202-06 Telescopic Boom Assembly and Disassembly (15 Hours)

Covers the extension and stowing of the swing-away extension, A-frame jib, and auxiliary single-sheave boom head, as well as the assembly and removal of intermediate boom sections.

 

38203-06 Lattice Boom Assembly and Disassembly (15 Hours)

Provides a step-by-step approach to the assembly and disassembly of long and short lattice booms.

 

38204-06 Lift Planning (20 Hours)

Provides an in-depth look at the development of a lift plan. Topics include reference information, calculations, single- and multiple-crane lift planning, and engineering considerations.

 

38205-06 Advanced Rigging Practices (20 Hours)

Explains how the load weight load and center of gravity affect the lift. Covers sling selection and spreader bar applications, and explains the uses of jacks, tuggers, hoist, skids, and rollers, as well as cribbing and blocking. Case studies with photos of complex rigging operations at industrial sites are included.

 

38206-06 Personnel Lifts (5 Hours)

Discusses ASME B30.23 and 29CFR 1926.550 (g) and various recommendations governing the safe hoisting of personnel. Covers platform and crane requirements, as well as inspection and test lifting.

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