Any dogging work must be performed by a dogger who holds a Dogging High-Risk Work (HRW) Licence. Rigging: Rigging activities cover moving, placing or securing loads using mechanical load shifting equipment, however they do not cover the operation of that equipment. Riggers also erect or dismantle cranes or hoists.

What is dogging in rigging?

What is Dogging? Dogging consists of two main aspects: the application of slinging techniques for the purposes of lifting a load, including selecting the method of lifting (by considering the nature of the load, its mass and the center of gravity) and inspecting lifting gear (for suitability and condition).

What does a dogman and rigger do?

The dogman is responsible for anything below the crane hook, and the rigger is responsible for anything above the crane hook as well as below the hook.