Rigging hardware can fail under excessive loads if improperly rigged and secured.  Loads may become off balance or fall—and risk of injury is probable. The results can even be catastrophic. To rig a load, you must be a qualified worker or work under the direction of a qualified worker. Qualified workers understand the job, the hazards involved, and effective controls.

To ensure the safety of workers, people working around rigging should also be trained on safe rigging practices.  Ensuring the proper use of, and training for, rigging equipment during rigging procedures will assist in identifying and avoiding workplace injuries or death.

When risk is not controlled properly it can result in:

• Work stoppage
• Equipment failure
• Loss in productivity
• Revenue loss
• Risk to safety