What is a rigger contractor?

Rigger Contractors are professionals who specialize in setting up, moving, and securing heavy equipment, machinery, or large structures, typically on construction sites, shipyards, or in the entertainment industry. They are responsible for planning and executing the safe lifting, hoisting, and positioning of loads using cranes, pulleys, and other rigging equipment. Rigger Contractors must have a strong understanding of safety procedures, load calculations, and the use of various rigging tools. Their work is critical to ensuring that heavy objects are moved efficiently and safely, minimizing risk to people and property.