• Arena rigging practices

  • Basic components of arena rigging

  • methods for handing loads in 3 dimensional space

  • practical and safety considerations

  • hanging points: work methods

  • rope & knots

  • wire rope

• Rigging math

  • why do riggers need math?

  • conversions between metric and imperial

  • pulley math

  • bridle calculations

  • load distribution on beams and trussess

  • ground supported systems

  • additional force calculations

  • safety through redundancy and design factors

  • weigts of common entertainment industry components

• ETCP test preparation

  • Orientation to the ETCP Website

  • Application for Testing

  • Testing Fees & Potential IATSE Reimbursement

  • ETCP Testing Options

  • What to Expect – The Test Experience

  • Utilizing Practice Tests

  • Sample Test Problem Practice with the Group

  • Forming Study Groups

  • Final Mental Preparation for Testing

DATES: November 27-30, 2018

LOCATION: Burbank, CA

INSTRUCTORS: Edward Ransom, ETCP Arena Rigger

This course is made possible through the IATSE TTF Course Reimbursement Program. If you are interested in this training, contact Local 33 for more information.