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Dogging and Rigging guide
General rigging principles
Part 1 of this guide covers basic to intermediate industry knowledge. Find everything you need to know about loads and lifting equipment.
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1. Risk principles
Risk management principles for safe rigging work.
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2. Weight of the load
How to determine the weight of a load.
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3. Centre of gravity
Find out how a load's centre of gravity affects a lift.
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4. Shape of the load and connections
Need to connect a load? Find out how the shape of the load affects what sling and connection to use.
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5. Lifting equipment
Find out everything you need to know about lifting equipment.
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6. Sling selection and working load limit
Find out how to select the right sling for different loads.
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7. Selection and use of cranes
Find out how to prepare for a lift and operate in different conditions.