Sling Regular Loads Safely – US30072

Course Information

Our Sling Regular Loads Safely course (Unit Standard 30072) is a practical one-day program designed for people involved in lifting operations. It builds essential skills to prepare, sling, and secure regular loads safely in line with industry best practice and crane safety regulations.

This hands-on course blends theory and real-world application, giving learners the confidence and competence to use lifting gear safely and effectively. It also lays the foundation for more advanced crane and slinging training.

Applies To

This course is ideal for:

• Workers involved in slinging and lifting operations
• New team members needing to build foundational rigging and slinging knowledge
• Anyone working toward crane operation or Dogman qualifications

Pre-requisite:
No formal prerequisite, but see entry requirements below.

Entry Requirements:
At least three months of relevant work experience. Evidence can include:

• Employer verification letter
• Supervisor reference outlining students experience, skills and competency over a three-month period
• Work log or experience record signed by a manager

Related Courses

• Dogman (US3789): Sling varied loads & direct crane operations
• Overhead Gantry Crane Operator (US3800)
• Truck Loader Crane Operator (US16617)

Duration

In-class
1 Day (8 hours, includes theory + practical)

Price

$495 + GST per person
(No additional credit fee applies)

What You Will Achieve

NZQA Unit Standard 30072
Demonstrate and apply knowledge of slinging regular loads safely

• Level 3 | 14 Credits

Course Content

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

• Identify lifting hazards and apply effective hazard control measures
• Complete lift plans using approved procedures
• Demonstrate knowledge of lifting gear and working load limit (WLL) tables
• Prepare and sling regular loads safely using correct techniques
• Use communication signals during lifting operations
• Apply practical slinging methods including taglines, knots, and gear selection

Assessment

• Written knowledge assessments
• Practical exercises and observed lifts
• Assessment must occur in a crane workplace or equivalent non-simulated environment
• Two assessor-observed lifts and logbook evidence of at least 40 verified lifts across a variety of site, load, and communication conditions (as required for full unit sign-off)

Equipment Requirements

On-site or off-site delivery requires certified lifting gear:

• Cranes/Hoists: Excavator (min 3.5T), gantry, or chain hoist
• Slings: Chain, synthetic, or wire rope
• Hardware: Shackles, hooks, spreader bars, eye bolts, clamps, dunnage
• All lifting equipment must be current, certified, and in good condition

Off-site Delivery: We can deliver this course at your site with appropriate lifting equipment in place. Please call us to confirm requirements.

PPE Requirements

Participants must wear:

• Safety boots
• Hard hat
• High-visibility clothing
• Gloves

Industry Compliance

This course aligns with:

• The Health and Safety at Work Act 2015
• The Approved Code of Practice for Cranes (3rd edition, 2009)
• Industry good practice guidelines for rigging and slinging operations

📞 Company bookings available at your site or ours – call us on 0800 333 899 to learn more.

Rigging & Slinging: Direct Crane Operations – Dogman (US3789)

Course Information

Our Rigging & Slinging: Direct Crane Operations course (Unit Standard 3789) is designed for workers needing to safely sling varied regular loads and direct a crane during lifting operations. Delivered in person by experienced instructors, this one-day course provides a mix of theory and practical tasks that meet industry expectations in a supported, safety-first environment.

You’ll gain essential skills in hazard management, communication methods, lift planning, and the correct use of rigging equipment. This course is ideal for those working toward Dogman responsibilities or preparing for more advanced crane operation standards.

Post-course requirement: To complete the unit standard, students must log a minimum of 40 verified lifts across at least six variations. Each lift must be signed off by a supervisor or manager. We provide an evidence booklet to guide this process, and there is no time limit to complete the log – it’s flexible to suit your work environment.

Applies To

This course is for people who are:

• Involved in lifting operations using cranes or hoists.
• Seeking formal recognition of their rigging and slinging experience.
• Preparing to move into more advanced crane operation training.

Prerequisite:
US30072 – Demonstrate and apply knowledge of slinging regular loads safely

Entry Requirements:
Minimum three months of relevant industry experience. Evidence can include:

• Verification letter from the employer
• Work logbook or record of experience signed by the manager
• Reference letter from a supervisor or Manager outlining students experience, skills and competency over a three-month period

Related Courses

• Sling regular loads safely (US30072)
• Prepare and sling complex loads (US3801)
• Configure a lattice boom track crawler crane (US27676)

Duration

In-class
1 Day (plus completion of post-course evidence log)

Price

$550 + GST per person
(No additional credit fee applies)

What You Will Achieve

NZQA Unit Standard 3789
Sling varied regular loads and safely direct a crane during crane operations

• Level 3 | 15 Credits

Course Content

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Plan lifting operations with appropriate risk management and hazard controls.
• Demonstrate the difference between regular and irregular loads.
• Use rigging gear correctly: slings, shackles, taglines, packing, and dunnage.
• Communicate using crane industry standards and signals.
• Safely sling and direct at least two types of loads.

Assessment Methods:

• Written assessment
• Practical demonstration
• Workplace-based lift log (40 lifts minimum, including two observed by assessor)

Equipment Requirements

We supply certified rigging and slinging equipment. For on-site or off-site delivery, your organisation will need:

On-site Delivery:

• Excavator (min 3.5 tonne) or 2-tonne gantry
• Chain or webbing slings
• Shackles, hooks, eye bolts
• Taglines and packing
• Certified lifting points

Off-site Delivery: We can deliver this course at your site with appropriate lifting equipment in place. Please call us to confirm requirements.

PPE Requirements

All students must bring:

• Safety boots
• Hard hat
• High-vis clothing
• Gloves

📞 Company bookings available on your site or ours – call us now to find out more: 0800 333 899