Rigging & Lifting Supervisor
The PIMS Rigging & Lifting Supervisor course develops the knowledge required to plan, coordinate and supervise lifting operations safely. The programme covers lifting equipment, rigging accessories, sling c...
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Program Overview
The PIMS Rigging & Lifting Supervisor course develops the knowledge required to plan, coordinate and supervise lifting operations safely. The programme covers lifting equipment, rigging accessories, sling configurations, load control, crane operations and communication methods used during lifting activities.
Participants learn how to recognise lifting hazards, inspect equipment, understand sling-angle effects and supervise lifting teams more effectively to reduce the risk of dropped loads, equipment failure and uncontrolled lifting operations.
What You'll Learn
- Responsibilities of a competent lifting person
- Rigging and lifting terminology
- Types and inspection of lifting slings
- Sling rejection criteria
- Lifting hitches and sling-angle considerations
- Shackles, hooks and lifting accessories
- Safe lifting techniques
- Common rigging and lifting hazards
- Communication methods and standard hand signals
- Types of cranes and safe crane operations
- Load control and handling principles
- Planning and supervision of lifting activities
Empowering professionals with knowledge, practical understanding and stronger workplace skills.
PIMSWho Should Attend?
This PIMS course is suitable for rigging supervisors, lifting supervisors, lift coordinators, site supervisors, managers and personnel involved in routine, heavy or engineered lifting operations.
Key Benefits
After completing the Rigging & Lifting Supervisor course, participants should be better prepared to:
- Apply safer rigging and lifting practices
- Recognise common hazards associated with lifting operations
- Select and inspect suitable lifting accessories
- Understand sling configurations and load-control principles
- Improve communication between riggers, crane operators and supervisors
- Plan and supervise lifting operations more effectively
- Support safer and more efficient lifting activities
Assessment & Evaluation
The PIMS Rigging & Lifting Supervisor examination is open book and must be completed within 2 hours. Learners must achieve a minimum score of 70% to pass.
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