Hoisting and Rigging Fundamentals - Pendant Control-Components - TR244C - Rev.5

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Safety-first manual for riggers and operators focused on DOE hoisting and rigging program requirements. Defines training, qualification duration, and assessment structure including a written exam and practical demonstration, while emphasizing equipment capabilities and limits. Covers core knowledge for rigging operations such as wire rope sling construction and load calculations, synthetic and other sling types, critical lift concepts, responsible roles, routine and periodic inspection requirements, and the hand signals used during lifting.

LanguageEnglish

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Pages89

Reading Time3 h 44 min

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HOISTING AND RIGGING PROGRAM

INTRODUCTION

HOISTING AND RIGGING OBJECTIVES

WIRE ROPE SLINGS

FATIGUE RESISTANCE

Hoisting and RiggingFundamentals for Riggers and Operators Pendant Control-Components | TR244C,Rev.5
December 2002 | | --- | TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………ii HOISTING AND RIGGING OBJECTIVES ……………………………………………………………………………………………………1 WIRE ROPE SLINGS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………2 SYNTHETIC WEBBING SLINGS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………10 CHAIN SLINGS ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………14 METAL MESH SLINGS ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………18 SPREADER BEAMS …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………19 RIGGING HARDWARE ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………22 INSPECTION TAG…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………39 CRITICAL LIFTS ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………40 GENERAL HOISTING AND RIGGING PRACTICES ………………………………………………………………………………44 HAND SIGNALS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………64 INCIDENTAL HOISTING OPERATOR OBJECTIVES ……………………………………………………………………………68 HOISTS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………69 OVERHEAD AND GANTRY CRANES ……………………………………………………………………………………………………71 MOBILE CRANES …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………77 APPENDIX …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………81 # HOISTING AND RIGGING PROGRAM INTRODUCTION Safety should be the first priority whenperforming lifting operations.Anunderstanding of the capabilities andlimitations of the equipment will support this.The safety policy "If It's Not Safe,Don't DoIt"is important not only for your safety,butthe safety of your coworkers. The material outlined in this manual outlinesthe requirements of the DOE Hoisting andRigging program.It requires persons whoperform rigging or operate hoistingequipment to be trained to ensure that thepersonnel are competent to perform theoperation.The qualification is for a periodthe three years.The training requires awritten exam and practical demonstration. The requirements for operator training andqualification can be reviewed in the DOEHoisting and Rigging Manual. # HOISTING AND RIGGING OBJECTIVES KNOWLEDGE OBJECTIVES □ Explain the qualification requirements ofthe Rigging Training Program. □ Demonstrate how to calculate the loadon the sling using the load angle factorfor various load angles. □ Explain the proper use and limitations ofthe various rigging equipment andhardware (wire rope,synthetic webslings,shackles,eyebolts,hooks,etc.). 口Identify the components and describethe characteristics of wire rope andsynthetic slings. □ Describe and state what an ordinary liftand critical lift is. 口Explain the responsibilities of thePerson-In-Charge(PIC)and designatedleader. □ Explain safe working practices toconsider when performing hoisting andrigging. □ State the requirements for routine andperiodic inspections. □ State the proper hand signals usedduring lifting operations. # WIRE ROPE SLINGS 2 Wire rope is made up ofthree basic parts:the core,the wire,and the strand. 3 6×19 construction.The larger wires on the outside of each strand resist wear. Wire Rope consists of three components (1): The CORE is the center of the wire rope.The core serves as the foundation to holdthe rope together. There are three types of cores: 口Fiber-synthetic or sisal,which is theweakest, □ Strand-the core is a wire strand,justlike the other strands of the rope. 口Independent Wire Rope(IWRC)-this isa separate wire rope.It is the strongestof the three types.The core provides7-1/2%strength of the wire rope.Thisis the core used in the wire rope slingsprovided on site. The WIRE is the basic unit of the wire rope.The wires form the strand.Most wire is highcarbon steel,but other material types areavailable. The STRAND is made up of a specificnumber of wires,laid helically around a wirecore. The most common type used at W

FAQs

What is the safety priority when performing lifting operations?

Safety is the first priority. Understanding equipment capabilities and limits supports safe lifting, and the safety policy emphasizes acting only when the lift is safe.

What training and qualification requirements apply to riggers and operators?

Persons who perform rigging or operate hoisting equipment must be trained to ensure competence, with qualification for a three-year period. Training includes a written exam and practical demonstration.

How is a wire rope sling’s construction explained in the manual?

Wire rope is described as being made of three basic parts: the core, the wire, and the strand. Different core types are identified, and the common 6×19 construction is explained along with lay direction concepts.

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