Rigging and Lifting: Equipment and Devices

Cost	-	Free
Duration	-	4 hours
Location	-	Online
Availability	-	Worldwide
Provider	-	Alison

Rigging and Lifting explains the core principles behind safe lifting, the equipment used and the risks involved when loads are moved incorrectly. It covers slings, shackles, hooks, hoists, lifting points and common devices found on construction sites, yards and industrial facilities. You learn how each item works, how to identify the right equipment for a task and how to recognise unsafe conditions before they lead to incidents.

The course also walks through safe operating procedures, basic load control, common failure points and the safety systems designed to prevent accidents. It highlights the behaviours, checks and best practices expected from anyone working around lifting operations so you can contribute to a safer, more efficient worksite.

By the end, you will understand the equipment, the hazards and the correct handling methods, helping you work more confidently, reduce risk and support lifting operations across different environments.

Start the course now and build the rigging and lifting awareness that supports safer work, stronger performance and better job opportunities.

Roles that would benefit from this course

• People considering becoming a Rigger
• Lifting technicians
• Crane crew and banksmen
• Construction and site workers involved in load handling
• Warehouse and yard personnel
• Supervisors overseeing lifting operations
• HSE personnel responsible for lifting safety
• Maintenance and mechanical support staff working around lifting equipment