RIGGING RULES

Safety MUST be the first consideration for rigging and moving any object. Weight estimations MUST be close calculations, not guesses. Proper rigging MUST be selected and used. Always wear protective leather gloves. Hands or fingers shall not be placed between the sling and its load while the sling is being tightened around the load. Use only approved rigging equipment. Never use rigging for anything other than its intended purpose. Never exceed the capacity of the rigging equipment. Always choose rigging that fits the object to be moved. Never under-rig and be careful over-rigging. Thoroughly inspect all rigging gear before using it. When using chain falls, snatch blocks, or other lifting devices, ensure that the structure the device is rigged to will support the intended load. Inspect rigging regularly during extended work periods. Be careful to try to find the center of gravity of an object before attempting to lift it. Always test lift an object one to two inches to ensure that it is balanced. Never stand beneath or place any part of your body beneath a suspended load. Personnel who work around mobile cranes must obey all warnings and watch out for their own safety and the safety of others. Crew members MUST understand their specific safety responsibilities and STOP all work if an unsafe condition is recognized.