Intermediate Level Rigging Training Course
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
This section describes the pre-requisite skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- ability to calculate Safe Working Load (SWL) and Working Load Limit (WLL)
- ability to erect and dismantle, level, plumb and stabilise associated plant and structures
- ability to work safely at heights including the correct application of safety equipment.
- accurate interpretation of structural charts and structural plans (site information)correct application and use of all rigging and associated equipment
- risk assessment and hazard control strategies
- interpersonal and communication skills at a level sufficient to site/workplace requirements. This includes the relevant communication methods and equipment.
- verify problems and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response.
Required knowledge
- appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement of loads
- ability to interpret manufacturer’s specifications for all plant and equipment use in rigging operations
- knowledge of principles relating to all plant, equipment and structural stability
- knowledge of the types and functions of rigging, safety and associated equipment including an understanding of their limitations
- organisational and workplace standards, requirements, policies and procedures for rigging
- understanding of the hierarchy of hazard identification and control
- relevant Commonwealth, state or territory and local government OHS legislation, standards and codes of practice for undertaking rigging activities
- understanding of inspection and maintenance requirements of a wide range of appropriate plant and equipment in line with Australian Standards or manufacturer’s specifications
- estimation of ground bearing pressures of the full range of soil types and associated ground conditions for setting up plant and equipment.
Course Outline
Plan job.
- Task to be undertaken is assessed
- Potential workplace hazards are identified
- Hazard control measures are identified consistent with appropriate standards to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment
- Site information is obtained
- All forces and loads associated with erecting and dismantling structures and associated plant are considered in consultation with appropriate personnel .
- Rigging equipment and associated equipment are identified in consultation with appropriate personnel according to procedures and site information.
- Safety equipment is identified.
- Appropriate communication methods are identified with appropriate personnel.
Select and inspect equipment.
- Rigging equipment and associated equipment are selected and inspected according to procedures and the appropriate Standard.
- Safety equipment is selected and inspected according to procedures.
- All defective rigging equipment, associated equipment and safety equipment is isolated, reported and recorded according to procedures.
- Communication equipment is selected and inspected for serviceability (where applicable)
Set up tasks.
- Appropriate hazard prevention /control measures are applied to the work area according to procedures.
- Ground suitability is inspected and checked (where appropriate).
- Site information is reviewed, interpreted and communicated to appropriate personnel and appropriate personnel .
- All forces and loads associated with erecting and dismantling structures and associated plant are determined in consultation with appropriate personnel.
- Safety equipment is fitted and worn correctly (where appropriate).
- Rigging equipment and associated plant are positioned for work application and stability according to procedures.
Erect structures and plant.
- Structures and associated plant is erected according to procedures and site information.
- Stability of structures and associated plant is maintained during erection according to procedures.
- Work is conducted safely at heights including safe and effective use of safety equipment.
- Appropriate communication methods and communication equipment, are used to co-ordinate the tasks.
- Temporary guys, ties, propping and shoring, including flexible steel wire rope , and tubing, are connected where required.
- Associated plant and rigging equipment is used according to procedures and the appropriate standard.
- Associated equipment is used in a safe and appropriate manner.
- The completed task is inspected according to the appropriate standard.
- Excess materials are removed from the work area (where applicable)
Dismantle structures and plant.
- Structures and associated plant are dismantled according to procedures and the appropriate standard.
- Work is conducted safely at heights including safe and effective use of safety equipment.
- Stability of structures and associated plant is maintained during dismantling according to procedures.
- Rigging equipment, associated equipment, safety equipment and associated plant are inspected for damage and defects
- All defective rigging equipment, associated equipment, associated plant and safety equipment are isolated reported and recorded according to procedures.
- Rigging equipment and associated equipment are stored according to procedures and the appropriate standard
- Hazard prevention/control measures are removed (where appropriate)
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