Rigging Refresher - Part One 

Write down your answers on a piece of paper then fill out the form on the right with your answers to the questions. After you submit the form, we will display the correct answers to the right of the questions (and email you a copy of your answers with the correct answers as well). 

 

1. Identify the correct definition of working load limit? Screenshot_2015-01-20_11.12.53

A. The load at which the product fails 

B. The load at which deformation occurs 

C. The maximum load rigging gear is allowed to support 

D. None of the above 

 

 

2. Before the load is lifted the weight of the load must be known or estimated. Screenshot_2015-01-20_11.15.20

A. True

B. False 

 

 

3. Which sling carries the greatest share of the load? (Assuming the center of gravity is not centered) Screenshot_2015-01-20_11.17.05

A. The sling farthest away from the C.O.G.

B. The sling closest to the C.O.G.

C. Each sling will carry an equal share of the load 

 

 

4. The angle between the sling and the load is called the___________. (Fill in the Blank) Screenshot_2015-01-20_11

A. Vertical sling angle

B. Included angle 

C. Horizontal sling angle