Safety
Load cell
A force-sensing device used to measure tension or load in a rigging or structural system.
Hazards
- A force-sensing device used to measure tension or load in a rigging or structural system.
Controls
- Correct capacity, calibration, installation direction, zeroing, data interpretation, alarm thresholds, and communication are essential; readings supplement rather than replace engineered design.
Personal protective equipment
- Select task-specific PPE only after hazards and higher-order controls have been evaluated.
Regional considerations
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Correct capacity, calibration, installation direction, zeroing, data interpretation, alarm thresholds, and communication are essential; readings supplement rather than replace engineered design.
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Sources
- Published Technical Standards — Entertainment Services and Technology Association
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs — Occupational Safety and Health Administration