PSC Load-It® Hands Free -
Push Pull Tool Stick Pole for Rigging
Push Pull Tool Stick Pole
Improve Safety & Precision in Rigging Operations with PSC Load-it® Hands-Free Tools
Rigging operations are central to safe load movement in heavy industries such as oil & gas, power generation, marine, steel, infrastructure, and manufacturing. These tasks involve coordinating equipment, manpower, and lifting gear to shift large and heavy loads. However, they also pose serious injury risks from pinch points, crush zones, and caught-between hazards.
The PSC Load-it® Push/Pull Tool is a Hands-Free Safety Stick engineered to reduce those risks while enhancing precision, control, and team safety.
What Are Rigging Activities?
Rigging activities include all steps required to safely lift, control, and position heavy loads using cranes, hoists, and manual support tools. These operations are performed by trained riggers and involve:
Common Rigging Tasks
Pre-Lift Planning
Reviewing lift plans, job site layout, and environmental conditions.
Identifying load characteristics and hazards.
Load Weight Calculation & Center of Gravity Check
Ensuring proper balance and choosing the correct lifting points.
Selection & Setup of Rigging Gear
Choosing appropriate slings, shackles, hooks, spreaders, and load guides.
Gear Inspection
Checking for wear, corrosion, or deformation in equipment.
Connecting Rigging Equipment
Securing slings, adjusting hooks, and verifying load stability.
Tagline & Load Control
Using taglines or push/pull tools to guide the load safely into position.
Lifting & Maneuvering
Operating cranes or hoists while the ground team monitors load movement.
Final Placement & Adjustment
Aligning the load precisely into its final position.
Dismantling & Post-Check
Detaching equipment and checking for damage or required maintenance.
How the PSC Load-it® Push/Pull Tool Aids Rigging Tasks
The PSC Load-it® Hands-Free Push Pull Tool is designed to assist in nearly every stage of a rigging job, especially when human contact with a load must be avoided.
During gear setup, the tool helps position slings and hooks from a distance.
During load lifting and guiding, it allows precise adjustments without hand placement near moving or suspended materials.
In tight spaces or high-risk zones, it extends operator reach while keeping them outside the “line of fire”.