Hoisting and Rigging Safety Manual

This manual is intended as a working guide for training workers and supervisors in the fundamentals of safe rigging and hoisting.

The information covers not only ropes and knots but hoisting equipment from cranes to chainfalls and rigging hardware from rope clips to spreader beams. Equally important is the attention paid at every point to correct procedures for inspection, maintenance, and operation.

Topics include:

• Hoisting and Rigging Hazards
• Fibre Ropes, Knots, Hitches
• Hardware, Wire Rope, Slings
• Rigging Tools and Devices
• Introduction to Crane Operations

With more than 300 illustrations in addition to charts and tables, this manual is ideal for training programs and for reference in the field.

• 165 pages
• 8.5" x 11.5", softbound
• ISBN 9780919465701