The intermediate track is a classroom, PPT, and demonstration-based class for those familiar with rigging basics and the safe operation of a counterweight system, or for those who have taken the Entry Level course and seek to advance their skills.
The two-day curriculum covers design factor, the physics of loads and forces, truss basics, bridle rigging, and more.
This class qualifies for 12 ETCP renewal credits.
Curriculum to be covered:
Review of Breaking Strength, Design Factor, Working Load Limit
Physics of Loads and Forces
Beam Loading and Cantilevers
Truss Basics – inspection and general principles
Mechanical Advantage
Bridle Rigging
Overview of basic automation controls
Out of balance loading situations for counter weight systems
Ed Leahy – Head Trainer and Cruise Ship Division Manager, Chicago Flyhouse, Inc. ETCP Certified Rigger – Arena & Theatre, ETCP Recognized Trainer
Bennet Brian - Principal Trainer at Reed Rigging, active member of TSP Rigging Working Group and Event Safety Working group. ETCP Certified Rigger - Arena, ETCP Recognized Trainer