rigger
Riggers specialise in the lifting of heavy objects, often helped by a crane or derrick. They work with crane operators to attach and detach crane loads. They may also install the heavy object in place.
Also called: marquee rigger, rigger/banksman, rigger/slinger, lead rigger, crane rigger, tent rigger
- 16
- essential skills
- 13
- optional skills
- 8
- related roles
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Essential skills
16- crane load charts
- follow health and safety procedures in construction
- follow safety procedures when working at heights
- inspect construction sites
- inspect construction supplies
- interpret 2D plans
- interpret 3D plans
- keep heavy construction equipment in good condition
- mechanical tools
- react to events in time-critical environments
- rig loads
- rigging terminology
- secure heavy construction equipment
- use safety equipment in construction
- work ergonomically
- work in a construction team
Optional skills
13- electricity
- guide operation of heavy construction equipment
- keep personal administration
- keep records of work progress
- operate mobile crane
- operate tower crane
- perform minor repairs to equipment
- process incoming construction supplies
- set up temporary construction site infrastructure
- set up tower crane
- test soil load bearing capacity
- transport construction supplies
- use remote control equipment
Definition and skills from ESCO, published by the European Commission. Source concept
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