Rigging and Slinging

This course is ideal for:

• Rigging professionals and crane operators who need to refresh or upgrade their skills.
• Construction workers, warehouse personnel, and industrial workers involved in lifting, moving, or securing heavy loads.
• Safety officers and supervisors responsible for overseeing lifting operations.
• Anyone involved in the handling and operation of lifting equipment.

Online courses can be highly effective if they are well-designed, interactive, and aligned with industry standards. Online training allows individuals to learn at their own pace, complete quizzes and assessments, and gain theoretical knowledge. However, practical, hands-on training is recommended for skill-based aspects, which can often be offered as a combination course (online theory + in-person practical).

This industry-leading course covers:

• Pre-lift hazard assessments
• Owner, operator, and supervisor responsibilities
• Wire rope construction
• Safety factors and safe working load limits
• Rope and sling inspections
• Hoist line installation procedures
• Types of rigging hitches
• Determining sling types, sizes, and configurations using sling capacity charts
• D/d ratios
• Sling centre of gravity
• Rigging hardware
• Crane and hoist signals

Requirements include:

• Internet access and a device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) to access course materials.
• Basic knowledge of safety practices in construction or industrial environments is helpful but not always required.
• No specific prior certification is needed for most introductory courses, but advanced certifications may require prior experience or lower-level training.

Yes, this online rigging and slinging course provides a certificate of completion upon successfully passing the course. This certificate can be used to demonstrate your knowledge and commitment to safe rigging practices to employers or regulatory bodies.

Many employers recognize online training courses, especially if the course is built to standards well-known for the industry or topic. However, for roles that involve high-risk or complex lifting tasks, employers may require a combination of online theory training and hands-on practical training.  This course is built according to the CSA (Canadian Standards Association) Z150-98 regulation, which is applicable across Canada. It also adheres to ANSI (American National Standards Institute) and ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) standards

Yes, many online rigging and slinging courses are designed for beginners and provide foundational knowledge for those who have little or no prior experience. However, if you plan to work directly with lifting equipment, it is advisable to take a course that includes practical training in addition to the online modules.

• Convenience: Learn from anywhere at your own pace.
• Cost-effective: Online courses are often more affordable than in-person training.
• Flexible learning: Ability to pause and resume lessons as needed.
• Updated content: Courses are often updated to reflect the latest safety standards and regulations.
• Certification: Obtain an industry-recognized certificate that enhances your credentials.

The cost of the course is $199.95

Most online courses do not have strict prerequisites. However, some may recommend basic knowledge of safety protocols, construction, or industrial environments. For more advanced or specialized courses, prior experience in rigging or related fields may be required.

If you don’t pass the course, you can attempt the program two additional times.