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Rigging Training School

A.C. Rigging has hosted multiple, highly successful rigging training days over the past couple of years in conjunction with leading trussing and staging manufacturers.

Our recent Rigging School two-day training events have been hosted at the LS-LIVE Studio in Wakefield.

The comprehensive two-day training programme is an established course that has been attended by industry practitioners from across Europe.

Eric Porter, experienced independent rigger, trainer, assessor and committee member for the PLASA National Rigging Certificate, has led the training school alongside staff from AC-ET.

Freelance Lighting Technician/Designer and Rigger Dave Huges signed up to consolidate his skills and knowledge. He comments, "I was amazed with how much we crammed into two days, and I learnt a lot about the engineering and calculation side of rigging, especially about truss from Marc at Prolyte. It was a great revision of skills and Eric shared many tips on achieving an efficient workflow. The area of fall prevention and arrest was particularly interesting and provoked much discussion. Huge thanks to The Backstage Academy - a really good course and a great new facility!"

Designed to be accessible and affordable to those with different levels of experience, content is aimed at professionals wanting to acquire specific know-how and expertise to use day-to-day, yet is equally suitable for those in other industry roles wishing to increase their understanding of this sector.

Topics covered include:

Trussing and Rigging Training School 2010
  • Regulations and Risk Assessment
  • Standards and Guidance
  • PPE Systems for Working at Height
  • Ropes and Knots
  • Inspection and Records
  • Lifting Principles - Basic Science, Angled Loads
  • Truss Assembly and Slinging / Floating
  • Bridle Work (Theory and Practical)
  • Bridle Analysis (Load Calculations)
  • Examples of Common Bad Practice
  • Rescue Plans
  • Chain Hoists, Rigging & De-Rigging

The content of the training provides some of the skills and knowledge required for the PLASA National Rigging Certificate (NRC). Participants receive a training booklet, relevant technical documentation and certification of attendance at the end of the course.

The Rigging Schools offer an invaluable opportunity to gain hands-on experience with the latest Prolyte trussing products and the full range of new CM Lodestar chain hoist motors, including the D8, D8+ and C1 versions, which are available from AC-ET.

The next Rigging School takes place on Tuesday 20th / Wednesday 21st September at the LS-LIVE Studio in Wakefield.

Entry on the course is £349.00 (plus VAT) per person, which includes lunch, overnight accommodation, certificate of attendance and an evening meal with other delegates.

To register your interest in attending and be sent further information when it is available, please email rigging@ac-et.com or call 0113 3869 097.