What are the three phases of sling load?

What are the three phases of sling load?

• A. Preparation, Rigging, Inspection
• B. Planning, Setup, Verification
• C. Attaching, Lashing, Securing
• D. Inspection, Preparation, Rigging

Answer: (A)

The three phases of sling load are Preparation, Rigging, and Inspection. In Preparation you lay the groundwork: confirm the load is suitable, determine its weight and center of gravity, select the proper rigging gear, identify secure tie-down points, clear the area, and coordinate with the aircrew. This step sets you up for a smooth rigging by planning how the load will be secured and lifted. During Rigging you do the actual attachment: secure the sling to approved points on the load, ensure the load is balanced and that each sling shares the load evenly, maintain correct sling angles, protect against sharp edges, and apply the required lashings or tie-downs. The aim is to create solid, compliant connections that will hold through the lift. In Inspection you verify everything before flight: check that all rigging is secure and free of damage, confirm release mechanisms and hooks are accessible, ensure the load remains stable and within weight limits, and ensure the area is clear and all safety steps are complete. This final check catches issues before the helicopter takes off. This order—Preparation, Rigging, Inspection—follows standard practice and ensures hazards are addressed and the lift is safe. The other sequences mix in steps that don’t represent the correct flow or place verification before the actual rigging, which wouldn’t properly ensure safety and readiness.

The three phases of sling load are Preparation, Rigging, and Inspection. In Preparation you lay the groundwork: confirm the load is suitable, determine its weight and center of gravity, select the proper rigging gear, identify secure tie-down points, clear the area, and coordinate with the aircrew. This step sets you up for a smooth rigging by planning how the load will be secured and lifted.

During Rigging you do the actual attachment: secure the sling to approved points on the load, ensure the load is balanced and that each sling shares the load evenly, maintain correct sling angles, protect against sharp edges, and apply the required lashings or tie-downs. The aim is to create solid, compliant connections that will hold through the lift.

In Inspection you verify everything before flight: check that all rigging is secure and free of damage, confirm release mechanisms and hooks are accessible, ensure the load remains stable and within weight limits, and ensure the area is clear and all safety steps are complete. This final check catches issues before the helicopter takes off.

This order—Preparation, Rigging, Inspection—follows standard practice and ensures hazards are addressed and the lift is safe. The other sequences mix in steps that don’t represent the correct flow or place verification before the actual rigging, which wouldn’t properly ensure safety and readiness.