Rigging

Moving large, heavy loads is crucial to
today's manufacturing and construction

industries.
Much technology has been developed for
these operations, including careful
training and extensive workplace
precautions.
There are significant safety issues to be
considered, both for the operators of the
diverse "lifting" devices, and for workers
in proximity to them.
RIGGING FUNDAMENTALS
PRESENTED BY:
HENNEPIN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH FEDERAL OSHA
SUSAN HARWOOD GRANT
This material was produced under Grant # SH-19496-09-60-F-27 from

the OSHA, U.S. Dept of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views
or policies of the U.S. Dept of Labor, nor does mentioning of trade
names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by
the U.S. Government.
Course Introduction
Instructor(s)
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Restrooms
Emergency Exits
Breaks
Introduction to
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Rigging
Fundamentals
Rigging Fundamentals
WHY ARE WE HERE?

Why Are We Here?
Crane and Rigging Accidents
An annual average of 22 construction workers were
killed in crane-related incidents from 1992 to 2006,
according to The Center for Construction Research
and Training.
OSHA regulations and standards
Because we care about you, your co-workers, and
your families.
Everyone is entitled to go home from work,
EVERY DAY!
Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA)
Code of Federal Regulations (29 CFR):
General Duty Clause:
(a) Each employer
(1) shall furnish to each of his employees employment and a
place of employment which are free from recognized hazards
that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical
harm to his employees;
(2) shall comply with occupational safety and health standards
promulgated under this Act.
Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA)
Code of Federal Regulations (29 CFR):
General Duty Clause:
(b) Each employee shall comply with occupational
safety and health standards and all rules, regulations,
and orders issued pursuant to this Act which are
applicable to his own actions and conduct.
29 CFR Occupational Safety and Health
Regulations (OSHA Standards)
1910; Occupational Safety and 1926; Safety and Health
Health Standards Regulations for Construction
Subpart N: Materials Subpart N: Cranes, Derricks,
Handling and Storage Hoists, Elevators, and
1910.179 - Overhead and Conveyors
gantry cranes. 1926.251 - Rigging equipment
1910.180 - Crawler for material handling.
locomotive and truck cranes. 1926.550 - Cranes and
1910.184 - Slings. derricks.
American Society of Mechanical
Engineers (ASME)
Standards
B30.9: Slings
B30.10: Hooks
B30.16: Overhead Hoist Underhung
B30.20: Below the Hook Lifters
B30.21: Lever Hoist
B30.26: Rigging Hardware
DEFINITION OF
TERMS
Overhead lifting refers to an object
raised more than six feet above the
ground.
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Overhead Lifting
Process of lifting that
would elevate a freely
suspended load to such a
position that dropping a
load would present a
possibility of bodily injury
or property damage.
Working Load Limit (W.L.L.)
The MAXIMUM load
that shall be applied in
direct tension to
undamaged straight
length of a sling or
hoisting equipment
The Working Load Limit [WLL] is
____ of the rigging equipment.
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breaking strength
2. Equal to the
breaking strength
3. Greater than the
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Design Factor
A ratio of the breaking
strength to the working
load limit
Example: If a chain sling
has a breaking strength
of 28,400# and a W.L.L.
of 7,100#; it would have
a design factor of 4:1
Design Factor
Minimum
Component Design Factor
Nylon rope sling 5:1
Polyester rope sling 5:1
Polypropylene rope sling 5:1
Alloy steel chain sling 4:1
Wire rope sling 5:1
Metal mesh sling 5:1
Synthetic web sling 5:1
Synthetic round sling 5:1
Elongation
The ability of a piece of
load bearing material to
permanently increase in
length before it fails or
breaks
Expressed as a
percentage of increase
over its original length
Reach
The distance measured
from the top of the
master link to the bowl
of the load hook.
Sling Hitches
Vertical
Sling Hitches
Vertical
Choker
Sling Hitches
Vertical
Choker
Basket
Who Are These People?
Designated person
Competent person
Qualified person
OSHA Says
The term "designated"
personnel means
selected or assigned by
the employer or the
employer's
representative as being
qualified to perform
specific duties.
OSHA Says
Competent Person Qualified Person
29 CFR 1926.32(f) states: 29 CFR 1926.32(l) states:
"Competent person" means "Qualified" means one who,
one who is capable of by possession of a recognized
identifying existing and degree, certificate, or
predictable hazards in the professional standing, or who
surroundings or working by extensive knowledge,
conditions, which are training and experience, has
unsanitary, hazardous, or successfully demonstrated his
dangerous to employees, and ability to solve or resolve
who has authorization to take problems relating to the
prompt corrective measures to subject matter, the work, or
eliminate them. the project.
Unattended
A condition in which the
operator of a hoist is
NOT at, or within 26
feet of, the operating
control devices.
OSHA 1910.179(n)(3)(x).
HOIST
hoist (hoist) v. hoisted, hoisting, hoists
1. To raise or haul up with or as if with the help
of a mechanical apparatus.
2. To raise to one's mouth in order to drink:
hoist a few beers.
Regardless of The Load You Hoist
Or What You Hoist It With
The Objective is to Hoist It Safely.
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How H heavy is the load?
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Determining Load Weight
Actual or calculated
weight of object or
materials being lifted
Include weight of
rigging equipment and
hardware
How HEAVY is the load?

Actual weight obtained
from engineering data,
shipping papers,
catalogs.
Calculated weight based
on common materials.
Volume of object
Weight of material
Reduced for air (voids)

Worksheet Problem #1
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1. 800#
2. 2,400#
3. 4,800#
4. 12,800#
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Wood weighs 50 pounds per cubic foot
256 c.f. x 50#/c.f. = 12,800#
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1. 1,415#
2. 3,150#
3. 9,900#
4. 39,565#
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Outside Diameter 66 cubic feet of
3.14 x (4 x 4 x 12) / 4 concrete
150.72 Cu. Ft. 150 pounds per cubic
Inside Diameter foot
3.14 x (3 x 3 x 12) / 4 66 x 150
84.78 Cu. Ft. TOTAL WEIGHT
Total Volume 9,900 pounds
65.94 Cu. Ft.
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1. 120#
2. 140#
3. 240#
4. 480#
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4 x 3 = 12 square feet
steel plate = 20 lbs/sq. ft.
12 s.f. x 20 lbs/sq. ft. = 240#
Known Estimated
Data plate Volume of object
Engineering Density of materials
specifications Adjusted for voids (air)
Shipping papers
Tribal Knowledge

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CRANE OPERATING CAPACITY
What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

Crane Operating Capacity
Manufacturer's operating notes supplied with
the machine contain important information
concerning load handling capacities of cranes.
Mistakes in calculating capacity can cause
accidents.
Several factors to be considered when
calculating a cranes load capacity, including
the following:
Load Radius: the horizontal distance between the
center of the crane rotation to center of the
load.
Boom length: including the jib, swing away
extension or any other attachments that may
increase length of the boom.
Quadrant of operation: the area of operation that
the lift is being made in; note different quadrants
usually have lower lifting capacities.
Boom angle: the angle formed between the
horizontal plane of rotation and center line of
the boom.
Weight of any attachments: jib, lattice
extension or auxiliary boom point.
Weight of handling devices: ball, block, and/or
any necessary rigging.

BOOM LENGTH 35 BOOM LENGTH 50 BOOM LENGTH 65
LOAD OVER OVER OVER LOAD
RADIUS BOOM FRONT 360 BOOM FRONT 360 BOOM FRONT 360 RADIUS
(FT) ANGLE (LBS) (LBS) ANGLE (LBS) (LBS) ANGLE (LBS) (LBS) (FT)
10 66.7 110,000 110,000 73.9 60,100 60,100 10
12 63.1 96,700 93,700 71.5 60,100 60,100 12
15 57.5 75,200 73,100 69.7 60,100 60,100 73.2 58,800 58,800 15
20 47.1 53,600 52,300 61.5 54,900 53,600 68.5 52,200 52,200 20
25 34.5 40,700 39,700 54.8 42,000 41,100 63.7 42,700 41,700 25
30 14.8 31,900 31,200 47.4 33,400 32,700 58.6 34,100 33,400 30
35 39.0 27,300 26,700 53.3 28,000 27,400 35
40 28.8 22,000 21,000 47.6 22,700 21,700 40
45 12.4 17,400 16,500 41.3 18,300 17,400 45
50 34.1 14,900 14,200 50
55 25.2 12,300 11,700 55
60 10.9 10,100 9,600 60

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SLING CAPACITY

Sling Capacity
Load bearing material
Alloy chain
Wire rope
Synthetic
Metal mesh
Upper and Lower End
Attachments

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ALLOY CHAIN SLINGS

Alloy Chain Slings
Advantages Disadvantages
Flexible Heavy
Impact resistant Moderate initial cost
Easy to inspect
Can be used at relatively
high temperatures
Completely repairable
Minimum elongation
Corrosion resistant
Durable
NACM WELDED STEEL CHAIN
SPECIFICATIONS
Grade 30 Proof Coil Chain
General purpose, carbon steel chain. Used in a
wide range of applications.
Not to be used in overhead lifting.

SPECIFICATIONS
Grade 43 High Test Chain
A carbon steel chain widely used in industry,
construction, agricultural and lumbering
operations.

SPECIFICATIONS
Grade 70 Transport Chain
A high quality, high strength carbon steel chain
used for load securing.

SPECIFICATIONS
Grade 80 Alloy Chain
Premium quality, high strength alloy chain, heat
treated, used in a variety of sling and tie down
applications.
For overhead lifting applications, only Alloy Chain
should be used.

SPECIFICATIONS
Grade 100 Alloy Chain
Premium quality, highest strength alloy chain, heat
treated, used in a variety of sling and tie down
applications.
For overhead lifting applications, only Alloy Chain
should be used.

Elongation
Elongation shall not be less than:
20% for Grades 80 and 100;
15% for Grades 30, 43, 70, and Stainless;
10% for Machine, Coil, and Passing Link chain.

Working Load Limit
Working Load Limit (lbs)
Proof Coil High Test Transport Alloy Alloy Alloy
Size Grade 30 Grade 43 Grade 70 Grade 80 Grade 100 Grade 120
1/4 1,300 2,600 3,150
9/32 3,500 4,300 5,200
5/16 1,900 3,900 4,700 4,500 5,700
3/8 2,650 5,400 6,600 7,100 8,800 10,600
1/2 4,500 9,200 11,300 12,000 15,000 17,900
5/8 6,900 13,000 15,800 18,100 22,600
3/4 28,300
7/8 34,200
1 47,700
1-1/4 72,300
Ambient Conditions
High temperatures can
significantly reduce the
W.L.L. of slings.
Extreme temperatures
can cause permanent
damage.
Foundries
Arc welding

Reduction of Working Load Limit
Chains should not be used outside of the -40F
to 400F (-40 C to 204 C) temperature range
without consulting the chain manufacturer.
The specific working load limit reductions for
Grade 80 and Grade 100 chains used at and
after exposure to elevated temperatures have
been established and are shown in Table XII.

Reduction Of Working Load Limit
Temperature Grade Of Chain
Grade 80 Grade 100
While At After While At After
F C Temperature Exposure Temperature Exposure
<400 <204 None None None None
400 204 10% None 15% None
500 260 15% None 25% 5%
600 316 20% 5% 30% 15%
700 371 30% 10% 40% 20%
800 427 40% 15% 50% 25%
900 482 50% 20% 60% 30%
1,000 538 60% 25% 70% 35%
>1,000 >538 OSHA 1910.184 requires all slings exposed to
temperatures over 1000 F to be removed from service
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WIRE ROPE SLINGS

Wire Rope Slings
Low initial cost Low strength to weight ratio
Lighter weight than alloy Difficult to inspect
chain Easily kinked
Internal corrosion
Not repairable

Wire Rope Slings
Mechanical Splice Slings Single Part Body IPS 6 x 19 IWRC
RATED CAPACITY (lbs.)
Basket Hitch Sling Angle
Size (in.) Vertical Choker 90 60 45
1/4 1,120 820 2,200 1,940 1,580
3/8 2,400 1,840 4,800 4,200 3,400
1/2 4,400 3,200 8,800 7,600 6,200
5/8 6,800 5,000 13,600 11,800 9,600
3/4 9,800 7,200 19,600 17,000 13,800
7/8 13,200 9,600 26,000 22,000 18,600
1 17,000 12,600 34,000 30,000 24,000
11/8 20,000 15,800 40,000 34,000 28,000
D/d ratio is 20 or greater
Wire Rope Slings

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METAL MESH SLINGS

Metal Mesh Slings
Flexibility Subject to crushing
Wide bearing surface Any broken wire is cause for
Resists abrasion and cutting removal from service
Resists corrosion

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SYNTHETIC SLINGS

Synthetic Slings
Light weight Low heat resistance
Easy to rig 194 F.
Low initial cost Subject to cuts and abrasion
Reduced load damage Subject to chemicals and UV
Cannot be repaired

Synthetic Clings
Flat / Tubular Slings Round Slings

Polyester Round Slings
Width Rated Capacity (Lbs.)
(In.) Color Vertical Choker Basket
Purple 3,000 2,400 6,000
Black 4,500 3,600 9,000
2
Green 6,000 4,800 12,000
Yellow 9,000 7,200 18,000
Gray 12,000 9,600 24,000
Red 14,000 11,200 28,000
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Brown 17,000 13,600 34,000
Blue 22,000 17,600 44,000
26,000 20,800 52,000
4
32,000 25,600 64,000
Orange
50,000 40,000 100,000
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60,000 48,000 120,000
Number of Attachment Points
Double leg slings share
the load equally*
Triple leg slings have
50% more capacity than
double leg slings.
Quad leg slings rely on
the fourth leg for
stability only, not
additional lift capacity.

Operating Limitations
Crane Capacity Charts Slings and Hardware
Mobile Crane Vertical capacity
Boom angle Basket capacity
Boom extension
Choker capacity
Overhead Crane Bridle capacity
Static versus Dynamic
loads

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When was the last I inspection performed?
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SLING INSPECTION
When was the last INSPECTION performed?

Every sling inspection must be
documented.
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ASME B30.9
Reasons Record Keeping
Ensure safe equipment Most recent report
Gain knowledge and Test certificates
experience:
Nature of lifts being made
Sling usage
Operator competence
Inspections
Daily / Periodic before use
(NO records)
Minimum annual with
records
Frequently, as warranted

Periodic inspection of slings
should be performed by a
competent person.
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A thorough periodic Wear
inspection of slings shall be Deformation
performed by a competent Elongation
person designated by the
employer and shall include Sharp traverse nicks and
a thorough inspection for: gouges in chain
Cuts
Corrosion
Heat damage
Hardware
Latches for proper seating,
operation and distortion
Hooks for wear and distortion
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How will S sling angles affect lifting capacity?
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2. 15 pounds
3. 20 pounds
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One can of beer weighs
13.1 ounces
13.1 oz. x 24 cans =
314.4 oz.
The cardboard box
weighs 7 ounces
314.4 + 7 = 321.4 oz.
321.4 oz. 16 oz. per
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20 pounds
How much does it weigh?
How will SLING ANGLES affect lifting capacity?

How heavy does it feel?

Sling Angle Factor
SLING ANGLE CHART

Angle
from S.A.F.
Horizontal [L H]
[A]
90 1.000
A 60 1.155
45 1.415
30 2.000
Sling Angle Factor
1. 1,700# 25% 25% 25% 25%
2. 2,268#
3. 2,266#
4. 567#
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How many legs will
actually carry the load?
Three
What is the share of the
load?
1,133.3333333333#
What is the load factor?
3 1.5 = 2.0
What is the tension in
each sling leg?
2.0 x 1,133# = 2,266#
2.0 x 1,134# = 2,268#
1. 1,746# 25% 25% 25% 25%
2. 5,856#
3. 5,888#
4. 6,400#
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What is the share of the
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6,400# 2 = 3,200#
What is the load factor?
5.5 3 =
1.83333333333333
1.83
1.84
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What is the tension in
each sling leg?
3,200# x 1.833333333 =
5,866.6666666667#
5,856#
5,888#
6,400#
What other factors
might affect sling
capacity?
Wet environment for
synthetic slings
Dynamic loading as
object enters and leaves
water
Grade 80 Alloy Chain Slings
Single
Chain
Trade Chain
Size Size Working Load Limit (lbs)
9/32 .279 3,500
3/8 .404 7,100
.529 12,000
5/8 .625 18,100
.801 28,300
7/8 .881 34,200
1 1.000 47,700
1-1/4 1.250 72,300

Double 90 60 45 30
Chain
Trade Chain
9/32 .279 7,000 6,100 4,900 3,500
3/8 .404 14,200 12,300 10,000 7,100
.529 24,000 20,800 17,000 12,000
5/8 .625 36,200 31,300 25,600 18,100
.801 56,600 49,000 40,000 28,300
7/8 .881 68,400 59,200 48,400 34,200
1 1.000 95,400 82,600 67,400 47,700
1-1/4 1.250 144,600 125,200 102,200 72,300

T&Q 90 60 45 30
Chain
Trade Chain
9/32 .279 10,500 9,100 7,400 5,200
3/8 .404 21,300 18,400 15,100 10,600
.529 36,000 31,200 25,500 18,000
5/8 .625 54,300 47,000 38,400 27,100
.801 84,900 73,500 60,000 42,200
7/8 .881 102,600 88,900 72,500 51,300
1 1.000 143,100 123,900 101,200 71,500
1-1/4 1.250 216,900 187,800 153,400 108,400

Wire Rope Slings
Mechanical Splice Slings Single Part Body IPS 6 x 19 IWRC
RATED CAPACITY (lbs.)
Basket Hitch Sling Angle
Size (in.) Vertical Choker 90 60 45
1/4 1,120 820 2,200 1,940 1,580
3/8 2,400 1,840 4,800 4,200 3,400
1/2 4,400 3,200 8,800 7,600 6,200
5/8 6,800 5,000 13,600 11,800 9,600
3/4 9,800 7,200 19,600 17,000 13,800
7/8 13,200 9,600 26,000 22,000 18,600
1 17,000 12,600 34,000 30,000 24,000
11/8 20,000 15,800 40,000 34,000 28,000
D/d ratio is 20 or greater
Sling Angle Unequal Legs
S1 = 5 S2 = 8
H = 4
D1 = 3 D2 = 7
L = 1,000#

Sling 1
Tension = Load x D2 x S1/(H(D1 + D2))
Tension = 1,000 x 7 x 5/(4(3+7))
Tension = 1,000 x 7 x 5/40
Tension = 1,000 x 7 x 0.125
Tension = 875#
Sling 2
Tension = Load x D1 x S2/(H(D1 + D2))
Tension = 1,000 x 3 x 8/(4(3+7))
Tension = 1,000 x 3 x 8/40
Tension = 1,000 x 3 x 0.2
Tension = 600#
S1 = 875# S2 = 600#
L = 1,000#

Sling Angle Spreader Beam
Distributes load evenly
without excessive sling
angles
Requires greater
headroom clearance

Vertical Basket Hitch
Two times the single leg
capacity
Legs must be vertical to
within 5 degrees d
D/d must be greater
than 20/1

Double Wrap Basket Hitch
Excellent load control for
loose materials and good
grip on smooth surfaces.
Twice the single leg
capacity.
Sling wrap must be lay
side by side
Do not overlap at bottom
of load
Adjust sling as slack is
taken up

Choker Hitch
75-80% OF SINGLE LEG
CAPACITY
ANGLE OF CHOKE MUST
BE GREATER THAN 120
DEGREES

Double Wrap Choker Hitches
EXCELLENT LOAD CONTROL FOR
LOOSE MATERIALS AND GRIP ON
SMOOTH SURFACES
75-80% OF SINGLE LEG CAPACITY
ANGLE OF CHOKE MUST BE

GREATER THAN 120 DEGREES
SLING WRAP MUST LAY SIDE BY

SIDE
DO NOT OVERLAP AT BOTTOM OF

LOAD

Sling Angles Edge Protection
When edges are sharp
or abrasive
Sling damage may occur
When sling angle
become shallow.
Lateral loading may
crush object being lifted.

Sling Angles
Sling tension
Loads tend to hang vertically
Forcing load points away from vertical requires force
Reaction to the force increases sling tension
Crush Force
The result of forcing load points away from vertical
Cribbing
Protects the sling from being damaged
Protects the load from being crushed
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LOAD STABILITY
Have you performed a TEST LIFT to verify stability?

Load Stability
Capture the Center-of-
Gravity
When suspended an
object will always center
itself under the lift point
Center the lift above the
center of gravity, not the
physical center of the
object
Calculating the C.G.

Center of Gravity

Center of Gravity

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SAFE HOIST AND CRANE

OPERATIONS
Move the load with SMOOTH AND STEADY actions.
Safe Hoist and Crane Operations
General
Make certain that multiple-part lines are not twisted
around each other.
Be sure that hoist rope or chain is properly seated in
sheaves or pocketwheels.
Make certain that the load will not contact any
obstructions.
Avoid swinging the load or load hook while traveling.
Avoid sudden acceleration and deceleration of the
load.
General
Avoid severe contact between the trolley and
trolley stops on the tracks, and between a crane
and crane stops on railways.
When winds become dangerous high during an
outdoor job, discontinue use of the equipment
and anchor it as recommended.

General
If power is interrupted during operation of a crane
or hoist, place all controls in the OFF position.
If more than one hoist or crane must be used to
lift or move a load, ONE person should be
assigned responsibility for the operation.

Special Heavy Lifts
Lifts in excess of the rated capacity
Each heavy lift must be analyzed and authorized
by a qualified person
ONLY applies to the specific lift
Does NOT authorize any heavy lifts in everyday
operations

Pulling a Load
Use of hoists and cranes for pulling a load is NOT
recommended.
If necessary use a pulley (snatch) block to re-direct
force to the load.
Avoid side pull on the hoist.
Use second hoist anchored to a structural
member to achieve load pulls
Consult supervisor before any load pulling
operations
Turning a Load
Visualize the load and its
center of gravity
Visualize sling positions
while turning
Determine if blocks or
supports will be required
Determine how load will
be controlled
Tagline
Two-hook turn
Smooth, steady application of lifting force
Allows hoist and rigging to adjust to change
Minimizes spin
Reduces wear on wire and synthetic rope
NO shock loading
Especially with wire rope slings

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STANDARD
HAND SIGNALS
Standard Hand Signals

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Is the A area clear of personnel and obstructions?
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Area Clear
Personnel
Barriers and warning signs
May distract crane operator
Security personnel
Vehicles and equipment
Block visibility
Is the AREA CLEAR of personnel and obstructions?

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Can the load be F Flown and landed safely?
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Flying the Load
Is there a clear,
unobstructed path from
lift point to landing?
Do NOT fly the load
over people.
Maintain clearance
from objects such as
buildings, vehicles and
utilities.
Can the load be FLOWN AND LANDED safely?

Flying the Load

Flying the Load
Utility lines Voltage
Distance from
Power Lines
Clearly identified 50kV 10 feet
Shielding
200 kV 15 feet
Maintain minimum
350 kV 20 feet
clearances
500 kV 25 feet
650 kV 30 feet
800 kV 35 feet
Construction Safety Council

Flying the Load
Swing and Travel
Use smooth, steady
motions to fly the load.
Keep the load under
control.
Avoid dynamic loading
or load shifting.

Landing the Load
Plan where the load will
be landed before lifting.
Consider the weight,
type, and shape of load.
Land the load on a firm,
flat surface.

Landing the Load
Land load on blocks /
cribbing to allow
removal of slings.
NEVER land a load
directly on the slings.
Chock cylindrical loads
to prevent rolling.
Slowly relieve tension
on hoist and rigging.

HOISTSAFE

Can the load be F flown and landed safely?
How will the E environment affect the safety of the lift?

Environmental Considerations
Weather
Terrain
Chemical Conditions and Exposure
How will the ENVIRONMENT affect the safety of the lift?

Tag lines are only required when
winds exceed 20 mph
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1. True
2. False
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Tr
Fa
Weather
Wind
Tag lines shall be used
unless their use creates
an unsafe condition
[OSHA
1926.550(g)(6)(iii)]

Rigging is affected at
temperatures
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1. Below -40 F
2. Below 32 F
3. Above 190 F
4. Above 400 F
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40
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lo
Be
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Be
Ab
Ab
Weather
Wind
Temperature
Chain and wire rope
affected below -40 F
Synthetic affected above
190 F
Wire rope affected
above 300 F
Chain affected above
400 F

Weather
Wind
Temperature
Precipitation

Weather
Wind
Temperature
Precipitation
Visibility

Terrain
Level
Dry
Stable
Wet / Mud
Frozen

Chemical Conditions and Exposure
Corrosives
Attack all metal
components
Attack certain types of
synthetic components

Corrosives
NYLON POLYESTER
Nylon has excellent resistance Polyester has excellent
to most substances. resistance to most
Nylon has excellent resistance substances.
to hydrocarbons (such as It is resistant to acids,
gasoline, kerosene and diesel oxidizers such as hydrogen
fuel), oils, cleaning solutions peroxide and most solvents.
and alkalis. Polyester has excellent
It is however attacked by resistance to hydrocarbon
oxidizing agents, organic acids, fuels, oils and lubricants.
mineral acids and aromatic It is however attacked by
alcohols. strong alkalis

SAFE RIGGING
PRACTICES
The Thought Process of Rigging
What is to be done with the load?
What tools are needed to perform the
assigned task?
Is the capacity of the tools adequate to handle
the loads and forces involved in lifting and
moving?
How can the hookup be made?
What will happen when the load is lifted?
Safe Rigging Practices
Whenever possible, avoid sharp, inefficient sling
angles by using longer slings or a spreader beam.
Do not pull slings from under a load when the
load is resting on the sling.
Do not drag slings over sharp objects or abrasive
surfaces.
Do not leave slings lying where heavy loads may
be set down on top of them, or where vehicles
may drive over them.
Slings should be stored in an assigned area.
The storage should be such that the slings will not be
subject to kinking or other mechanical damage,
corrosive atmosphere, or excessive temperature.
Damaged slings should always be repaired before
they are placed in the assigned storage area.
Do NOT make temporary repairs of slings with
miscellaneous or makeshift parts.
Fiber-rope slings should not be made from ropes
less than inch in diameter.
Do not use metal-mesh slings in which the
spirals are locked or do not move freely.
Do NOT hammer a metal-mesh sling to
straighten a spiral or cross rod, or to force a
spiral into position.
If metal-mesh slings are used in pairs, they
should be attached to a spreader beam.
Who is responsible for safe
rigging?
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1. OSHA
2. ANSI
3. Competent person
4. Everyone
associated with the
movement of the
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How HEAVY is the load?

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What are the O operating limitations of the crane and rigging?

CRANE OPERATING CAPACITY

What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

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12 63.1 96,700 93,700 71.5 60,100 60,100 12

15 57.5 75,200 73,100 69.7 60,100 60,100 73.2 58,800 58,800 15

20 47.1 53,600 52,300 61.5 54,900 53,600 68.5 52,200 52,200 20

25 34.5 40,700 39,700 54.8 42,000 41,100 63.7 42,700 41,700 25

30 14.8 31,900 31,200 47.4 33,400 32,700 58.6 34,100 33,400 30

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40 28.8 22,000 21,000 47.6 22,700 21,700 40

45 12.4 17,400 16,500 41.3 18,300 17,400 45

50 34.1 14,900 14,200 50

55 25.2 12,300 11,700 55

60 10.9 10,100 9,600 60

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What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

ALLOY CHAIN SLINGS

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What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

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What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

WIRE ROPE SLINGS

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What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

METAL MESH SLINGS

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What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

What are the OPERATING LIMITATIONS of the crane and rigging?

What are the O operating limitations of the crane and rigging?

When was the last I inspection performed?

When was the last INSPECTION performed?

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When was the last I inspection performed?

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