The Science of
Practical Rigging
Knowledge is key
to critical thinking and decision making. Arborist rigging accidents are on the
increase!
Ropes, knots and
equipment must be chosen specifically for their ability to perform in a given
situation.
An arborist /
tree worker must be able to think through and make critical decisions on our
feet every day! This requires a solid understanding of rigging equipment
safety, rigging system safety, basic rigging forces, physics and terminology.
Learning
Objectives:
1. Learn basic principles of safety and
productivity with today's rigging equipment, methods and systems.
2. Learn how to use safety factors and
working load limits pertaining to arborist rigging rigging lines, knots and
rigging hardware
3. Learn to evaluate forces before the
rigging operation
4. Increase your critical thinking and
decision making skill
5. Increase your safety, skill and
productivity!