Industrial rigging applications involve moving heavy equipment and navigating intense job sites. Rigging tasks can pose safety risks to workers who lack training and compliance with their site’s safety guidelines. All rigging workers should be familiar with these safety tips for working with cable and rigging equipment before entering the work site.
Before operating any lifting or rigging equipment, survey your tools and the surrounding area. Equipment inspections can prevent accidents and downtime from malfunctioning equipment. Surveying your surroundings can ensure the environment is safe to operate in and doesn’t pose any terrain or weather hazards.
Unbalanced crane loads can cause instability in the load and lifting equipment itself. Balance your load on all sides. Spotters and operators can identify any signs of instability. Always ensure suspension lines are straight with the load hook and that the load has plenty of swinging space before lifting.
Spotters provide a second set of eyes for machine operators and riggers. These workers are trained to signal and guide rigging loads to their intended spots. They should know professional hand and voice signals to call out warnings and guide machine operators from a high vantage point. Spotters often use two-way radios to communicate with operators at far distances.
Rigging equipment maintenance includes inspecting cables, straps, and slings for signs of damage or deterioration. If a piece of rigging equipment starts to wear out, it may be time to schedule a repair or replace the piece entirely. When choosing new wire rigging equipment, select a tool that exhibits flexibility, durability, and other essential qualities of wire rope rigging slings. Practice the same care and maintenance with your new equipment as you would with aged wires to promote longevity.
Now that you know these safety tips for working with rigging equipment, you can practice them during your next cabling or rigging job. Encourage your team to follow these safety tips so they all stay safe and protected on the job site.
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