Studies the methods of safe transfer of loads and provides comprehensive, easy to understand, and reliable information of the entire field of rigging operations. Discusses techniques and methods to accomplish the rigger’s task with the greatest safety for all of the workers on a project, as well as for passers-by and the public in general. Identifies sources of, organizes, and describes safety rules, regulations and practices related to job-site hazards, personal protective equipment, aerial work, hazard communication, and electrical safety. Credit may be earned in MT 161 or SKMT 161 but not both.