Rigging of construction hoists

Find out about types of construction hoists and the certification needed to operate them.

Certification

An advanced rigging certificate is needed to perform rigging of construction hoists.

Construction hoists

Cantilevered platform hoists are the most common hoist in the construction industry. Double mast hoist are also now becoming popular. All current designs use a rack and pinion driven by at least two electric motors to raise and lower the platform.

Illustration showing examples of construction hoists

Construction hoist example 1

Construction hoist example 2

Construction hoist example 3

Construction hoist example 4

Examples of construction hoists for both materials and personnel and materials