This hands-on technical course trains students in the foundational skills required to safely operate counterweight fly systems in live performance environments.
Participants will master line control, mechanical advantage systems, and standard backstage safety protocols.
Course Objectives
Master System Mechanics: Understand the structural anatomy of single-purchase and double-purchase counterweight systems.
Execute Safe Operations: Lock, unlock, and control purchase lines smoothly under varying load conditions.
Implement Communication Standards: Apply universal backstage vocal commands and visual cues to maintain a zero-incident stage environment.
Manage Weight Balancing: Accurately calculate, load, and clear weights from the arbor to match batten loads.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for entry-level stagehands, high school or university technical theatre students, and venue crew members looking to formalise or refresh their rigging safety credentials.
Units Delivered
The following units will be included in your certificate: