The Entry Track spans two days and is intended for individuals looking to strengthen or broaden their foundational knowledge. It equips theatre educators and technicians with the skills to implement industry-standard safety protocols when working with theatre counterweight rigging systems for scenery and lighting, thereby promoting safety and operational excellence in educational and community theatre environments.
Curriculum to be covered
- Safe Operation of Counterweight Fly Systems
- Basic Rigging Tools and Hardware
- How to Safely Rig and Fly Scenery
- Safety Procedures for Working at Heights and Using Ladders
- Basic Rules for Fall Protection
- Basic Maintenance of Rigging Systems
- Day-to-Day and Why Professional Inspections are Important
- Hands-on segments to include:
- Hardware – proper use and application
- Fly System – system identification, safe operation, and maintenance overview
This hands-on training allows attendees to apply theory in practice under the guidance of renowned trainers. Certificates will be issued for continuing education credit recognition.
DISCLAIMER: This class is contingent upon a minimum of 16 attendees and may be cancelled if this minimum is not met. Please do not book flights and/or hotels that cannot be canceled without a cancellation fee until we know that the class minimum has been met.
If the class does not meet the minimum by October 26, it will be subject to cancellation.
Travel and hotel accommodations are not included in this rate. Note: Southwest Airlines does not charge a cancellation fee, nor do most hotels that are booked directly, as long as they are cancelled within 24 or 48 hours of the planned arrival.