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Basic Rigging Principles on Communication Structures

Rigging theory for tower crews: sling types and their tags, hitches and sling angle, rigging hardware, inspection and removal-from-service criteria, the rigging plan and its classes, and load control on the structure. Built to OSHA standards.

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What you'll learn

Rigging on a Communication Structure
Slings and What the Tag Governs
Load, Angle and Capacity
Inspection and Removal From Service
The Rigging Plan and Who Signs It
Lifting on the Structure

Who this course is for

Tower technicians and crew leads who rig loads on communication structuresRiggers moving into tower work from general constructionSupervisors and safety managers who review rigging plans

Course content

7 modules · 20 lessons · lesson 1 free
1 · Rigging on a Communication Structure3 lessons
What Rigging Means on a TowerFree preview
Who Does What on a Lift
What This Course Is, and What It Is Not
2 · Slings and What the Tag Governs3 lessons
Synthetic, Chain and Wire Rope
Reading the Tag
Vertical, Choker and Basket
3 · Load, Angle and Capacity3 lessons
Knowing the Weight
Sling Angle and Leg Tension
What the Attachment Point Carries
4 · Inspection and Removal From Service3 lessons
Before Every Use
Removal Criteria
Damage You Cannot See
5 · The Rigging Plan and Who Signs It3 lessons
Why Communication Structures Have Their Own Standard
Plan Classes and Roles
The Pre-Lift Briefing
6 · Lifting on the Structure3 lessons
Blocks, Hoists and Mechanical Advantage
Controlling the Load
The Ground Below
7 · Final Test and Certification2 lessons
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  • No prior experience required — suitable for all skill levels
  • A device with internet access (computer, tablet, or phone)
  • English language proficiency for EN version
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