Civil rigging focuses on civil infrastructure projects. It requires a deep understanding of load dynamics and safety protocols. Obtaining a civil rigging certification enhances safety and efficiency, reducing accidents and fostering trust among stakeholders.
“We had a concrete pour scheduled for Friday before the long weekend,” said Justin Tanguay, of DJM Contracting in Rossland, B.C., “but our crane was down.”
Justin and his team were well aware that concrete was in high demand at the time. So, rescheduling a pour could completely mess up project planning. “There was something wrong with the slew motor on our…
Riggers need to be aware of various types of hitches, so that they can determine which configuration is best for the particular load they are lifting. The four main categories
Inspecting Civil Rigging – Keys to Safety Inspecting civil rigging should be something every rigger nows how to do. They also need to be able to check their equipment with
After a rigger determines the weight of a load, the next critical step in planning a safe and successful lift is determining the centre of gravity (COG). If the COG is not directly below the hook, the result will be an unstable…
Determining Weight for Civil Rigging One of the rigger’s most important tasks is determining weight for civil rigging, specifically the weight of the load. This is the first critical step
Crane Hand Signals Clear Communication on Job Sites – Civil Rigging Why are crane hand signals for clear communication on job sites so important for Civil Rigging? Knowing the correct
Civil Rigging Terminology Why is it so important to understand terminology for Civil Rigging? Because every piece of equipment serves a special purpose and contributes to a safer and more
An Introduction to Civil Rigging Why is the Bigfoot Crane Academy offering an Introduction to Civil Rigging Course? Just ask Ralf Notheis, Manager of the Academy. “There is a huge
Bigfoot Academy Courses are Tried, Tested, and True. During the past two years, Bigfoot Academy Courses’ have been tried, tested, and found true in major cities in Canada with
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