This course will teach the math skills necessary to pass the ETCP Arena Rigging Test. We will also discuss proper use of common arena rigging hardware, how to read stage plans, and safe working practices for arena riggers. Participants will learn how the gear they use is rated as well as how and when it typically fails. They will learn how to calculate the forces at work on the venue and on the rigging when objects are successfully suspended in air. They will learn how to calculate the distribution of forces on trusses and on the structural members of the venue.

• Basic components of arena rigging

• Methods for hanging loads in three dimensional space

• Practical and safety considerations

• Hanging points: work methods

• Rope and knots

• Wire rope

• Why do riggers need math?

• Conversions between metric and imperial

• Pulley math

• Bridle calculations

• Load distribution on beams and trusses

• Ground supported systems

• Additional force calculations

• Safety through redundancy and design factors

• Weights of common entertainment industry components

• ETCP Test Preparation

DATE: July 13-16, 2021

LOCATION: Burbank, CA

INSTRUCTOR: Edward Ransom, Lead Rigger at Dolby Theater

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.