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A comprehensive glossary of essential rigging terms, offering clear and concise definitions for each. It covers a wide range of concepts, from basic components like blocks and tackles to more complex procedures such as load control and sling configurations. This resource is invaluable for students and professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of rigging principles and practices, ensuring safe and efficient load handling in various industrial settings. It includes terms like 'bridle', 'bull ring', 'competent person', 'core', 'hitch', 'hoist', 'lifting clamp', 'load', 'load control', 'load stress', 'master link', 'rope lay', 'plane', 'qualified person', 'rated capacity', 'rejection criteria', 'rigging hook', 'shackle', 'sheave', 'sling', 'sling legs', 'sling reach', 'splice', 'strand', 'tag line', 'tattle tail', 'threaded shank', 'unstranding', 'warning yarn', 'wire rope'.
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