Hoisting and Rigging (H&R)
Recommend updating every 3 years.
Prerequisite: N/A
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- List common hoisting and rigging hazards and causes of accidents.
- Identify legislation related to hoisting and rigging.
- Know the responsibilities of rigging personnel.
- Calculate load weights.
- Identify types of cranes, crane components, hazards.
- List factors that affect crane capacity.
- Demonstrate a knowledge of international crane hand signals.
- Identify ropes, Knots and Hitches, working loads, damage that reduces the capacity of rope.
- Identify Hardware, Wire rope and Slings, wear and damage, knowledge of the correct selection and use of hardware. Safe sling configurations.
- Identify various types of rigging tools and devices and how to properly use them, inspect them and apply them to requirements.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change.
*Translator: If you require a translator, you must notify us prior to booking. Without advance notice, entry will be denied. Phones are not permitted to use during class for any reason, including translation.
*When Registering: Please register only one person per Attendee Registration. If booking for others, refresh the page and start a new registration for each person. Do not change the guest number from 1—only the main attendee is guaranteed a spot. Additional guests on the same form will not be reserved a spot.
Confirmation Email: If you do not see a confirmation email, please check your Spam or Junk folders. The email is sent from wordpress@ftiontario.com or info@ftiontario.com – Do not double book. – Your registration is confirmed when this page says, “Your RSVP has been received.” – Saving your ticket by clicking the PDF Ticket button is the same as a confirmation email.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made at least February 25, 2026. No-shows and late arrivals will be charged the full class fee of $500.

