Skills Development Training

Trainer: Mark Johnston

With over 30 years of experience in the Trucking and Construction industry, Mark Johnston will share his expertise to enhance your skills.

Basic Rigging Levels 1 & 2: Level 1 course covers crane signals, sling identification and removal criteria, the center of gravity, load weight calculations, and basic rigging calculations.  This course gives participants a basic knowledge of the principles related to safe hoisting and rigging practices in the construction industry.

Level 2 course provides a more detailed study of the basic rigging program. Both programs are conducted in person and approx. 1 day each.

Load securement: The load securement course primarily covers the physics of load securement, methods of load securement, securing heavy equipment and machinery, successful techniques, and emergency procedures. The course includes additional information provided in a student guide, and Mark Johnston will share onsite work experience.