1926.753(e)
Multiple lift rigging procedure.

1926.753(e)(1)
A multiple lift shall only be performed if the following criteria are met:

1926.753(e)(1)(i)
A multiple lift rigging assembly is used;

1926.753(e)(1)(ii)
A maximum of five members are hoisted per lift;

1926.753(e)(1)(iii)
Only beams and similar structural members are lifted; and

1926.753(e)(1)(iv)
All employees engaged in the multiple lift have been trained in these procedures in accordance with § 1926.761(c)(1).

1926.753(e)(1)(v)
No crane is permitted to be used for a multiple lift where such use is contrary to the manufacturer's specifications and limitations.

..1926.753(e)(2)

1926.753(e)(2)
Components of the multiple lift rigging assembly shall be specifically designed and assembled with a maximum capacity for total assembly and for each individual attachment point. This capacity, certified by the manufacturer or a qualified rigger, shall be based on the manufacturer's specifications with a 5 to 1 safety factor for all components.

1926.753(e)(3)
The total load shall not exceed:

1926.753(e)(3)(i)
The rated capacity of the hoisting equipment specified in the hoisting equipment load charts;

1926.753(e)(3)(ii)
The rigging capacity specified in the rigging rating chart.

1926.753(e)(4)
The multiple lift rigging assembly shall be rigged with members:

1926.753(e)(4)(i)
Attached at their center of gravity and maintained reasonably level;

1926.753(e)(4)(ii)
Rigged from top down; and

1926.753(e)(4)(iii)
Rigged at least 7 feet (2.1 m) apart.

1926.753(e)(5)
The members on the multiple lift rigging assembly shall be set from the bottom up.

1926.753(e)(6)