48 Hours | Online & On-Demand

This course has been audited and approved by ASME and has been accredited by LEEA.

This Course follows the following weekly framework:

• Reading Assignments
• Instructor Lecture Videos
• Knowledge Checks
• Final Exam

The student should expect to spend between 7 to 10 hours per week on the Course Curriculum.

Student Materials Include*:

• ITI Master Rigger Workbook
• Master Rigger Reference Card (Pocket Size)
• Journeyman Rigger's Reference Card (Pocket Size)
• Wire Rope Sling Users Manual 3rd Ed
• Wire Rope Users Manual 4th Edition
• B30.9 Slings
• B30.20 Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices
• BTH-1 Design of Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices
• B30.26 Rigging Hardware
• Rigging Gear Inspection Reference Card (Pocket Size)
• Crosby User's Guide for Heavy Lifts
• Crosby Catalog

*Students who have not previously received the book, Rigging Engineering Basics by Keith Anderson, will receive a copy.

Course Overview

Module 1: Slings and Shackles

• Module Introduction & Major Considerations
• Wire Rope Fundamentals
• Wire Rope Slings
• Chain Slings
• Synthetic Web Slings
• Synthetic Roundslings
• Synthetic Rope Slings
• Shackles & Hardware

Module 2: Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices

• Module Introduction & Major Considerations
• Structural Design Factors
• Lifting Beams & Spreader Bars
• Lifting Lug Design

Module 3: Lifting Equipment

• Module Introduction & Major Considerations
• Hand & Lever Chain Hoists
• Manual & Air Tuggers

Module 4: Rigging Applications

• Module Introduction & Major Considerations
• Rigging Selection, Hitch Types & Capacities
• Center of Gravity & Calculations
• Load Distribution
• Sling Tension
• Load Control
• Chain Hoists & Load Drifting
• Levers, Jacking & Rolling
• Reeving
• Winches & Blocks
• Off-Level Pick Points
• Load Turning