When any type of heavy machinery is being assembled or disassembled on the work site, it is an OSHA requirement there be a licensed rigger on the construction site. This is true for any type of activity which involves hoisting or any time workers are in the “fall zone.” Here is some more information about Rigging in Austin that the average person may not have previously known.
Riggers Are Essential
Not only are they an essential part of the team, but they are also a required part of the team. However, it is best to keep in mind that even though they are licensed, they may are not automatically licensed to perform every single task on the job site. There are different types of tasks and jobs for which they can become certified. For example, they need to show they are capable of problem-solving when it comes to rigging loads if that is the task at hand.
Responsibility Of The Employer
The employer bears all of the responsibility to make sure the rigger they have hired can actually do the job. There is no law stating the rigger must be “certified” but they do need to be able to evaluate the specific load needing to be handled and also the equipment which will be doing the actual moving of the load. As stated before, the rigger may not need to be “certified” but they do need the experience and the knowledge to get the job done.
Dangerous Job
Rigging in Austin is considered a dangerous job which is one reason why it pays so well. A rigger is in control of very large pieces of machinery, all of which must be handled with great care and finesse. There are always other employees around who may be in harm’s way if something goes wrong so it is crucial the rigger be experienced and have the necessary knowledge to ensure the safety of everyone and everything on the work site.
Contact us to have a certified rigger move the machinery on the job site you are located at. An experienced rigger will be in touch to discuss what needs to be done.