10 hours

This course is designed to teach the reason for correct material handling procedures and methods, also to operate material handling equipment. Students will learn how to calculate mass for safe lifting; and load carrying capacity of rope, chains, cable and synthetic slings. This course also teaches safe rigging and disconnecting.

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Metal Fabrication Program

Offered in the following terms: 2010 Winter, 2011 Winter

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