Course Description: This instructor-led course is intended to be delivered at the local level. This is a seminar-based training course designed for tree workers authorized by their employer to perform technical tree rigging lifting and lowering systems as part of their job requirements. In this course attendees will learn knowledge and techniques such as technical tree rigging hazard & controls, safe work practices, and proper use of lifting and lowering tree rigging equipment when performing technical tree rigging and material handling operations. Technical tree rigging techniques and equipment will be explained and demonstrated by instructors.
Course Key Topics:
Job Safety Analysis, Emergency Planning, & PPE
Pre-Work Tree Inspection & Green Log Weight
Minimum Breaking Strength, Working Loads, & Safety Factors
Rigging & Material Handling Equipment Selection, Design, & Safety Features
Rigging Loads, Physics, Vectors, & Forces
Rigging Anchor Selection
Rigging Lifting Systems, Lowering Systems, & Load Transfer
Credits Available:
6.5 CEUs for ISA
6.5 CEUS for CTSP
Event Details:
Registration is at 7:00am
Day ends at 4:00pm
Seminars are held RAIN or SHINE
Bring lawn chair, hard hat, and safety glasses
Free Lunch is Provided
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Disclaimer: All courses are aligned with OSHA regulations as well as identified national consensus standards such as the ANSI. Seminars are demonstration only. For hands-on opportunities, please inquire with NATS.