COURSE OVERVIEW:

Welcome to the Work Planning & Sequencing for Rigging Installations course. This training will provide you with the practical knowledge and structured approach required to effectively plan, sequence, and coordinate rigging activities in line with safety, productivity, and project requirements. In rigging operations, unplanned or poorly sequenced work can lead to crane delays, site congestion, unsafe practices, or serious schedule overruns.

This course begins by examining the purpose and benefits of structured planning in rigging and lifting operations. Participants will explore how well-sequenced work minimises downtime, improves efficiency, and supports safety compliance by ensuring each phase of the job is delivered logically and predictably. The section also outlines key planning roles within rigging teams and project structures.

Understanding the scope of rigging installations is fundamental. This section teaches how to review project documentation, interpret client requirements, and break down rigging tasks into assembly, lifting, placement, and dismantling. Participants will learn to identify lift types—standard, complex, or engineered—and match planning detail to the level of lift risk and complexity.

Effective planning depends on accurate site analysis. Participants will assess site-specific constraints such as access limitations, ground conditions, crane mobility, and environmental factors like wind zones or overhead services. The section also explores how rigging activities must be coordinated with surrounding trades and works.

Project drawings and rigging plans are core inputs to the planning process. This section shows how to interpret structural layouts, rigging schematics, and lift studies to confirm load locations, support structures, and rigging connection points. Familiarity with CAD or engineered lift documents enhances precision in task planning.

Sequencing rigging tasks is central to project flow. This section outlines how to determine logical task order—from pre-assembly to final positioning—while avoiding clashes with trades such as scaffolders, concreters, or electricians. Participants will also learn how to plan progressive or staged installations to suit site readiness.

Workforce allocation is a critical part of planning. This section teaches how to determine the number and type of riggers, doggers, and lift supervisors needed at each stage. Planning for overlapping lifts, rostered shifts, and shared team resources ensures the rigging program remains on track.

Cranes and plant must be scheduled with precision. Participants will learn how to book cranes in line with lift dates, manage mobilisation and demobilisation windows, and accommodate potential delays from weather or late access. The section also covers shared crane access and tandem lift coordination.

Rigging gear must be selected and organised in advance. This section focuses on identifying required equipment, planning inspections and certifications, and scheduling delivery to ensure that gear is on-site, tagged, and ready when needed. Storage, laydown access, and gear tracking are also addressed.

Preparing the work area ensures setup readiness. This section outlines how to prepare crane pads, rigging zones, exclusion areas, and traffic control layouts. Deliveries must be sequenced to avoid overlap, while maintaining safe and organised access to rigging operations.

Trade coordination is vital in complex sites. Participants will learn how to align rigging activities with other disciplines such as mechanical, structural, or electrical contractors. Managing access windows and lift scheduling in collaboration with the broader construction program supports site harmony and project integration.

A detailed rigging work plan provides structure to execution. This section teaches how to develop a task-based work breakdown structure (WBS), estimate durations, and map dependencies using tools like Gantt charts or lookahead schedules. Rigging planners must ensure that activity flow matches crane bookings, site readiness, and material availability.

Safety planning must be embedded in the sequence. Participants will learn how to schedule high-risk tasks with appropriate controls, integrate SWMS into each task stage, and ensure that safety zones, spotters, and access points are preserved throughout sequencing.

Clear communication before work starts is essential. This section explains how to schedule toolbox talks aligned with rigging phases, brief crews on changes to the plan, and confirm that lift drawings, plans, and procedures are fully understood before starting each stage.

Inspection and sign-off milestones must be built into the program. Participants will learn how to plan for pre-lift inspections, engineering approvals, client QA checks, and photographic documentation. These steps ensure compliance and provide assurance of readiness before proceeding.

Contingency planning ensures resilience. This section outlines how to build float time into the rigging schedule, prepare for equipment breakdowns, weather delays, or site clashes, and identify redeployment options to maintain momentum and protect the critical path.

Tracking progress against the plan is essential for control. Participants will learn how to monitor daily activities, capture actual vs scheduled progress, and adjust plans where needed. Communication of changes to rigging crews and stakeholders keeps the project aligned and responsive.

Finally, the ability to adjust sequencing based on real-time site conditions is crucial. This section teaches how to reschedule tasks due to unexpected changes in structure readiness, access conflicts, or weather, while maintaining safety, productivity, and coordination. Proper documentation of updates ensures transparency and traceability.

By the end of this course, you will be equipped with the planning tools, sequencing strategies, and coordination skills required to deliver rigging installations safely, efficiently, and in alignment with broader project goals—helping to avoid delays, reduce rework, and support successful lift execution.

Each section is complemented with examples to illustrate the concepts and techniques discussed.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of this course, you will be able to understand the following topics:

1. Introduction to Planning and Sequencing in Rigging Projects

• Purpose of structured planning in lifting and rigging activities
• Benefits of proper sequencing: safety, efficiency, and reduced downtime
• Overview of planning responsibilities in rigging teams

2. Understanding the Scope of Rigging Installations

• Reviewing client specifications and scope documents
• Clarifying rigging activities: assembly, lifting, positioning, dismantling
• Identifying lift categories: standard, complex, or engineered

3. Analysing Site Conditions and Constraints

• Evaluating access, terrain, space limitations, and crane mobility
• Identifying environmental risks: wind zones, elevation, overhead obstructions
• Understanding interaction with other site activities and trades

4. Reviewing Project Drawings and Rigging Plans

• Interpreting structural and rigging layout drawings
• Using lift studies, engineered drawings, and CAD schematics
• Confirming locations of loads, supports, and connection points

5. Determining the Sequence of Rigging Activities

• Identifying logical task order: pre-assembly, lift setup, installation, securing
• Avoiding sequencing conflicts with scaffolding, concrete, or MEP trades
• Planning for progressive installation and multi-stage lifts

6. Allocating Resources and Labour Requirements

• Determining crew size and skill mix per task and phase
• Scheduling licenced riggers, doggers, supervisors, and spotters
• Balancing workforce across multiple lifts or concurrent activities

7. Scheduling Crane and Plant Availability

• Booking cranes and support plant in line with lift schedules
• Coordinating shared crane use or tandem lift requirements
• Allowing for setup, demobilisation, and weather delays

8. Planning for Rigging Gear Selection and Logistics

• Identifying required slings, shackles, spreader bars, and lifting devices
• Scheduling inspections, tagging, and delivery to site
• Ensuring laydown, storage, and transport access

9. Preparing Work Areas and Laydown Zones

• Clearing and levelling crane pads and rigging setup areas
• Establishing exclusion zones, signage, and traffic control
• Sequencing deliveries to avoid congestion and double handling

10. Coordinating with Other Trades and Contractors

• Aligning rigging work with structural, electrical, mechanical, or civil programs
• Managing shared access and crane time windows
• Communicating sequencing impacts across the project team

11. Developing the Rigging Work Plan and Timeline

• Creating a task-based work breakdown structure (WBS)
• Estimating durations and dependencies between activities
• Mapping the plan using Gantt charts, lookahead schedules, or planning software

12. Integrating Safety Planning into the Work Sequence

• Identifying high-risk activities that require special sequencing
• Incorporating SWMS and control measures into each work stage
• Ensuring sequencing does not compromise safety zones or access routes

13. Planning Pre-Lift Meetings and Crew Briefings

• Scheduling toolbox talks to align with planned phases
• Verifying crew understanding of their roles and timing
• Reviewing lift plans, drawings, and changes before commencement

14. Establishing Inspection and Sign-Off Points

• Planning for QA checks before and after major lifts
• Scheduling engineer inspections, client approvals, and photographic evidence
• Ensuring lift records and checklists are incorporated into sequencing steps

15. Contingency Planning for Disruptions and Delays

• Building float time into the rigging schedule
• Planning for crane breakdown, weather impact, or access conflicts
• Identifying backup options for plant or crew redeployment

16. Monitoring Progress Against the Work Plan

• Tracking completed activities daily against the schedule
• Identifying delays or deviations early for adjustment
• Updating the program and communicating changes to the team

17. Adjusting the Sequence Based on Site Conditions

• Responding flexibly to evolving access, structure readiness, or trade clashes
• Re-sequencing tasks without compromising safety or quality
• Documenting changes and issuing updated schedules to all stakeholders

COURSE DURATION:

The typical duration of this course is approximately 2-3 hours to complete. Your enrolment is Valid for 12 Months. Start anytime and study at your own pace.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

You must have access to a computer or any mobile device with Adobe Acrobat Reader (free PDF Viewer) installed, to complete this course.

COURSE DELIVERY:

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ASSESSMENT:

A simple 10-question true or false quiz with Unlimited Submission Attempts.

CERTIFICATION:

Upon course completion, you will receive a customised digital “Certificate of Completion”.