Mitigating Out of Balance Counterweight Systems

Out of balance systems are never ideal, but they are sometimes unavoidable. In this course, we cover some of the common scenarios where out of balance systems occur and the safest ways of mitigating the inherent dangers. This course carries 1.5 ETCP Recertification credits for arena rigging only.

  • Common Situations where out of balance systems occur

  • Methods of securing out of Balance Systems

  • Methods of operating a system while it is out of balance


Details

Language: English

Format: In-person, Virtual

Length: 1.5 hours

Trainer

J. Tyler DeLong, IATSE Local 618

Location: Bloomington, IN

Certifications: ETCP Recognized Trainer

Tyler DeLong is a dual ETCP Certified in both Theatrical and Arena Rigging. He is an ETCP Recognized Trainer and a voting member of the Rigging Work Group. Tyler has spent over a decade touring the world as a Road Rigger, Flyman, Automation Tech, and Production Manager. Between contracts he has worked with numerous IATSE locals and Rigging Companies. He is an Owner/Managing Partner of DeLong Rigging Solutions.