Tag lines should be attached at which point during a lift?

Tag lines should be attached at which point during a lift?

• A. Only after the load is balanced
• B. Before lifting begins
• C. While the load is being rigged
• D. After the crane reaches position

Answer: (A)

Tag lines are safety lines used to guide and control a load to prevent it from swinging, rotating, or drifting during lifting and movement. Attaching them once the load is rigged and balanced gives you a stable, predictable load you can steer safely. If tag lines were attached too early, during rigging or before balance, they can snag equipment, create unexpected forces, or cause the load to move unpredictably. Waiting until after the crane reaches position would remove crucial control during the initial lift and positioning. By connecting the tag lines after the load is balanced, the rigger and signaler can manage movement with clear, controlled guidance, reducing the risk of accidents.

Tag lines are safety lines used to guide and control a load to prevent it from swinging, rotating, or drifting during lifting and movement. Attaching them once the load is rigged and balanced gives you a stable, predictable load you can steer safely. If tag lines were attached too early, during rigging or before balance, they can snag equipment, create unexpected forces, or cause the load to move unpredictably. Waiting until after the crane reaches position would remove crucial control during the initial lift and positioning. By connecting the tag lines after the load is balanced, the rigger and signaler can manage movement with clear, controlled guidance, reducing the risk of accidents.