EESA Conducts a Rigging Certification Masterclass on Chain
Safety
A successful masterclass for chain safety was conducted by the team of EESA with experiential
insights
The Event Equipment Services Association (EESA) is India's leading not-for-profit national
organization dedicated to promoting a structured, secure, and progressive business environment for
and within the event equipment rental services industry and the event technical services industry in
India. And the association has consistently promoted endeavours and initiatives that look to empower
its members with crucial knowledge and resources that elevate the standards of not just individual
businesses, but the entire event industry at large.
Recognizing the alarming rise in mishaps at events due to gross negligence and an unacceptable
disregard for safety standards and protocols; EESA took a resolute stance on the matter, with the
belief that a tangible difference could only be achieved by actively disseminating high-quality
knowledge and information on this crucial subject. Therefore, EESA planned and commissioned a
comprehensive line-up of education endeavours that spotlighted strict adherence to safety protocols
across disciplines of rigging and trussing. These initiatives delved into the deepest details of
upholding the highest standards of professionalism, and demonstrated how following such industry
standards and protocols can ensure the safety and well-being of all stakeholders present at an event
site.
The observant sessions at the masterclass were covered with meticulously designed mix of theoretical
and practical curriculum for rigging and trussing
To begin with, in a first of its kind initiative to take place in the country, EESA has successfully
organized India's first ever internationally recognized rigging certification masterclass - an
endeavour that aimed to equip participants with in-depth knowledge and skills necessary to rig
stages and equipment safely and efficiently for events of all scales and applications. The
initiative was conceptualized and spearheaded by proud EESA members Mr Anil Balakrishna from
Graflex
Inc, Mr Mankaran Singh from Men-At-Work-Stagecraft, and Mr Avishkar Tendle of Natura
Outdoor
Education & Training Solutions - who worked together on organizing every minute detail of the
masterclass.
With industry leader brands Global Truss and Broadweigh extending their invaluable
support to the
masterclass as Lead Sponsor and Premium Sponsor respectively; the multi-city educational endeavour
was curated and presented by globally respected industry veteran Mr. Harold Waldack, Managing
Director of ICRCsarl France, ICRS Middle East and Asiarig Co. Ltd, Thailand, who has conducted
multiple rigging trainings across the world over the course of his illustrious carrier.
The first leg of the masterclass session took place in Mumbai from 28th May 2023 to 1st June 2023
and was hosted at the business premises of Electrocraft - a proud EESA member; whereas the second
leg of the masterclass which took place in Bangalore from 3rd June 2023 to 7th June 2023, was hosted
at the business premises of Graflex Inc. The masterclass in the respective cities was spread over
the course of 5 days each and involved a meticulously designed mix of theoretical and practical
curriculum.
Catering exclusively to registered members of EESA; the course curriculum covered crucial topics
such as Risk Assessment, Rigging Basics, Calculations, PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), Hoist
Technology, Controllers, etc, and participants got the opportunity to learn some of the most
essential aspects of rigging that includes dealing with different types of rigging hardware, load
calculations, and proper rigging techniques, in addition to learning about international standards
in safety protocols and best practices while constructing ground structures, and while working at
heights and around heavy equipment. Mr Mankaran Singh of Men-At-Work Stagecraft and Mr. Avishkar
Tendle and his team at Natura provided invaluable experiential insights on various facets of
rigging, with their knowledge contributions expertly complementing the wealth of knowledge shared by
Mr Harold Waldack himself.
With the understanding of both practical and theoretical knowledge, EEFA was successful at helping
the participants learn the concepts of rigging and trussing effectively
The end of 5-day intensive training schedule witnessed the participants knowledge on the subject
matter being put to the test via a theoretical examination, which was curated and approved by Mr
Harold Waldack himself. And participants who were able to successfully clear the examination were
provided with a certificate of completion authenticated by Mr Harold Waldack; which officially
grants them the distinction of being one of India's first internationally recognized certified
rigging professionals.
Speaking about the successful culmination of India's first ever internationally recognized rigging
certification masterclass organized by EESA, Mr Felix Remedios, President of the Event
Equipment
Services Association (EESA) exclaims, "We at EESA are extremely proud of the successful
commissioning of India's first internationally recognized rigging certification masterclass. This
initiative showcases the dedication and collaborative spirit of our esteemed EESA members, who have
taken the lead in promoting safety and professionalism within the event equipment industry. We
extend our sincerest appreciation to Mr. Anil Balakrishna, Mr. Mankaran Singh, and Mr. Avishkar
Tendle for their visionary approach in organizing this masterclass and ensuring its resounding
success. We are also grateful to our sponsors, Global Truss and Broadweigh, for their generous
support, which played a vital role in bringing this masterclass to fruition. Their commitment to
enhancing rigging standards and fostering professional development is truly commendable. At the same
time, we also would like to extend our deepest gratitude and thanks to Mr Harold Waldack - one of
the world's most respected professionals in the field of rigging and safety - for taking the time
and effort to share his invaluable wealth of knowledge and expertise with our members. And finally,
to each participant who attended the masterclass - each of them is now at the helm of leading a
positive revolution within the live event fraternity in India when it comes to safety and
professionalism."
Hot on the heels of India's first-ever internationally recognized rigging certification masterclass,
EESA worked together with its EESA Platinum Partners - ChainMaster, a global leader in chain hoist
technology, to offer a comprehensive educational seminar on the topic of ‘Chain Safety in Electric
Chain Hoists'.
Curated and presented by Mr Adam Beaumont, Product Manager, ChainMaster, the session was
conducted
online on 22nd June 2023, and witnessed a rousing turn-out of over 48 different event equipment
service providers from across India tuning in to learn more about the topic. During the session,
Adam explained about the various nuances of chain safety, the importance of regular inspection of
chains, and various other intricate aspects concerning the overall maintenance of chains. Through a
perfectly balanced mix of theoretical and practical demonstrations, Adam explained how equipment
service providers can leverage the value proposition of chain hoist systems by simply paying
attention to its regular maintenance and upkeep, and how this simple act can definitively enhance
the safety and security of not just crew members working on-site, but also on-stage performers and
the audience-members at large.
"EESA remains committed to promoting excellence and safety in event services, and the fact that we
followed up the industry re-defining first ever rigging certification masterclass with such a high-
quality education session on chain safety represents a significant step towards achieving that goal.
We are grateful to our EESA Platinum Partners - ChainMaster - and to Mr Adam Beaumont, for taking
the time and effort to put together such a wonderfully informative curriculum, which I'm sure has
benefitted all the companies who attended the session. EESA is committed to delivering such
exceptional initiatives that empower our industry professionals and elevate India's event landscape
to new heights," concludes Mr Felix Remedios.