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This section will provide a short introduction to rigging and slinging
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the purpose of this CBT is to provide all guidelines on the safe use of
rigging equipment it does not cover all types of equipment nor does it cover all
aspects of its use but efforts have been made to cover the most common used
equipment on ships and rigs and provide the most relevant information on each
type of equipment
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swl safe working load
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the maximum load that a sling or lifting accessory is certified to sustain in
general service
lifting appliance
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machine or appliance used for lifting goods materials and all personnel
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lifting gear
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chains shackles hooks swivels turnbuckles clamps soft slings etc which
do not form parts of the permanent arrangement to the lifting appliance
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there are several different rules and regulations regarding listing equipment
and operations enforce around the world both international and national rules in
general international rules will apply but if national rules exist these will
take precedence thus it will be too ambitious to try to cover all applicable
rules here
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therefore it is not the intention to write guidelines which comply to any
particular rules or regulations in this CBT but rather to provide general
guidelines and recommendations based on common sense and good workmanship
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the rigor must himself make sure that all applicable rules and regulations are
complied with in his workplace in each individual case
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any person using lifting equipment must be properly
in the safe use of the equipment you must also be knowledgeable of the
capabilities and limitations of the equipment as well as being aware of any
malfunctions likely to happen during its operation
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the use of certain equipment may also need formal training or education please
refer to manuals and company regulations
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never use homemade or uncertified lifting equipment
never stand below a load or between loads and walls bulkheads
containers etc
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never travel alone personnel
never exceed the swl of any equipment
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always carry out a pre use examination of the lifting equipment
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examination from service or if in doubt
you always use a helmet and other applicable
protective clothing
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