Introduction:

This conference is designed to provide participants with in-depth knowledge and skills on the safe handling, operation, and supervision of scaffolding, rigging, and lifting activities. Participants will learn about industry best practices, regulatory standards, and safety protocols necessary to prevent accidents and ensure compliance in construction and industrial settings.

Conference Objectives:

By the end of this conference, participants will be able to:

Understand the safety regulations and standards related to scaffolding, rigging, and lifting.
Apply safe handling techniques for scaffolding, rigging, and lifting operations.
Conduct risk assessments and develop safety plans for lifting and rigging activities.
Supervise scaffolding and rigging operations to ensure safety and compliance.
Identify hazards and implement corrective measures to mitigate risks.

Target Audience:

Construction Supervisors and Foremen.
Scaffolding and Rigging Operators.
Safety Officers and Inspectors.
Project Managers in Construction and Industrial Sectors.
Engineers involved in scaffolding, rigging, and lifting operations.

Conference Outline:

Unit 1:

Understanding Scaffolding, Rigging, and Lifting Regulations:

Overview of international safety standards and regulations (OSHA, ANSI, and others).
Roles and responsibilities in scaffolding, rigging, and lifting operations.
Legal obligations for safety in lifting and scaffolding activities.
Ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks in construction and industrial sectors.
Best practices for maintaining safety records and documentation.

Unit 2:

Safe Scaffolding Practices and Supervision:

Types of scaffolding and their appropriate applications.
Scaffolding erection, dismantling, and inspection procedures.
Identifying scaffolding hazards and implementing preventive measures.
Supervision techniques for ensuring the safety of scaffold users.
Case study: Effective supervision and hazard control in scaffolding operations.

Unit 3:

Rigging and Lifting Operations: Safety and Control:

Understanding different types of rigging equipment and their uses.
Inspection and maintenance of rigging tools and lifting equipment.
Safe load handling: ensuring load stability and proper lifting techniques.
Supervising rigging operations to minimize risks and ensure efficiency.
Risk assessment and control in rigging and lifting scenarios.

Unit 4:

Lifting Plans and Risk Assessments:

Importance of Developing lifting plans in accordance with industry safety standards.
Conducting risk assessments for complex lifting operations.
Evaluating lifting equipment and ensuring proper weight limits are observed.
Mitigating potential hazards in lifting operations through pre-planning.
Case study: Developing and executing a lifting plan for a large-scale project.

Unit 5:

Incident Response and Emergency Procedures:

Identifying common accidents and incidents in scaffolding, rigging, and lifting.
Identifying Emergency procedures for scaffolding collapses, rigging failures, and lifting accidents.
Investigating incidents and implementing corrective actions.
Importance of Training teams on emergency preparedness and first response.
Continuous improvement: lessons learned from incident reviews and safety audits.

Conference on Safe Supervision and Operation of Scaffolding With Rigging and Lifting