Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare rigging systems
- Prepare for work according to relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards
- Arrange access to site and confirm client requirements
- Inform appropriate personnel of existing and potential site hazards
- Select tools and safety equipment required for safe rigging practice
- Use rigging systems in telecommunications environment according to specifications
- Identify proposed position of equipment to be mounted on telecommunications radio structures according to specifications and industry practice
- Estimate safe working loads for rigging systems and equipment according to specifications
- Select and inspect rigging equipment to ensure it is fit for purpose according to specifications
- Set up and carry out rigging work on telecommunications radio structures
- Set up rigging and dogging equipment following safe working practices and procedures according to all relevant work health and safety (WHS) legislation
- Operate rigging equipment and install telecommunications antenna and associated equipment according to specifications
- Use internationally recognised communication signals and protocols with crane drivers and helicopter crews according to the Crane Association Crane Safety Manual for Operators/Users
- De-rig and complete documentation