Title: Demonstrate the use of slings and common rigging hardware.
Course: Carpentry III (17003-III) > Section: Demonstrating Basic Rigging

Demonstration should include

- slings (e.g., synthetic web sling, alloy steel chain sling, wire rope sling)
- rigging hardware (e.g., shackles, eye bolts, lifting clamps, rigging hooks).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is an eye bolt?
- Why are slings made from such a variety of materials?

NCCER Core: Introduction to Basic Construction Skills
Module 00106 Introduction to Basic Rigging identifies different types of rigging slings and hardware and describes how those items are used. It explains how to properly inspect slings and hardware items. It also examines different types of hoists used in rigging, and it describes common rigging hitches and how to make the Emergency Stop hand signal.