Crane & Rigging Safety Awareness Seminar
Complimentary Event
September 27th, 2024
Phoenix, AZ
To help increase safety in the lifting industry, CICB, Orbit Industrial, and the Arizona Chapter National Safety Council (ACNSC) are offering a Safety Awareness Seminar for managers, supervisors, and safety personnel to review the latest OSHA and ASME crane and rigging requirements.
This seminar will cover:
- Rigger qualifications per the recently updated ASME B30.5
- Operator training, certification, and evaluation requirements
- Inspection and documentation requirements
- Safety requirements for overhead and gantry cranes per the new ASME B30.2
- Signalperson responsibilities per the new ASME B30.2
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The Importance of Management Safety Awareness
Frontline managers are pivotal in upholding crane and rigging safety. They are responsible for supervising the work of the teams they lead, and their knowledge and expertise directly influence the safety and success of their projects.
Safety training is not just about compliance. It’s about enhancing operational efficiency and boosting workplace morale. By gaining a better understanding of key lifting safety concepts and the capabilities and limitations of crews and equipment, managers can promote these safe work practices to their employees.
Seminar Location
This safety awareness seminar will be held at the ACNSC's facility in Phoenix, AZ.
Seminar Speaker
Jeff Palacios
Jeff Palacios is a senior instructor and inspector at CICB. He graduated from Texas A&M University-Kingsville with a degree in Kinesiology and has over 18 years of experience in HSE and rigging operations. His goal is to create a safer working environment and culture by ensuring that all his students have all the necessary and critical information to make important decisions on the job.
Establishing Safety in a Hazardous Environment
Material lifting operations carry significant occupational risks. Proper safety training is essential so crane operators and riggers can make it home to their families. This commitment to safety starts at the top.
Frontline managers play a crucial role in maintaining crane and rigging operational safety. They are responsible for overseeing the work of the teams they manage, and their knowledge and expertise directly impact the safety and success of their operations.
What Managers Must Know When Leading Crane & Rigging Operations
Supervisors should be familiar with all the roles and responsibilities involved in lifting operations, the difference between qualification and certification, selection of crane type and rigging hardware, site preparation and planning, inspection and maintenance schedules, and the regulatory requirements affecting their operation.
Safety training helps managers better understand these concepts and the capabilities and limitations of the crews and equipment they manage. They then emphasize these safe work practices to their employees, boost operational efficiency, and increase workplace morale.
Arizona Chapter National Safety Council
Arizona Chapter National Safety Council (ACNSC) provides education and advocacy to diminish injuries and save lives across all areas of life - in the workplace, at home, and on the road. Through dedication and a wide range of training programs and safety materials, ACNSC is here to guide companies toward a safer tomorrow.
Orbit Industrial
ORBIT Industrial Service & Maintenance specializes in material handling, overhead cranes and hoists, automotive lifts, dock safety systems, mezzanines, stairways, fall protection, and facility maintenance. From sales to service, inspections, load tests, training, and consulting, Orbit can help you adapt to today's safety needs.
About CICB
CICB provides world-class education, evaluation, and consultation for safe lifting operations. Companies that value eliminating incidents, reducing expenses, and maintaining OSHA compliance have relied on CICB's subject matter experts since 1969. Our dedication to lifting safety has earned the trust of clients across all 50 states, four continents, and every branch of the U.S. military.


