A common activity to construction sites, factories and other industrial undertakings such as warehouses, metal ware and retailing shops is lifting operations to transport materials, products, tools, plants and equipment. Accidents arising from lifting operations can result in serious injury and plant damage. Poor selection and use of lifting gears and improper rigging are some of the contributory factors. This course aims to provide persons who are involved in lifting operations or have taken up the responsibility of a rigger with the basic knowledge of the safe use of lifting gears and safe rigging practices.