Lifting Tackle Manual sets out to identify and expand upon the fundamentals of lifting tackle and to prescribe minimum safety standards, procedures and precautions to be observed by those in the construction industry who are concerned with its use. Accompanied by over 70 tables of information, the fully-illustrated text details each piece of equipment and describes its proper application. The original Canadian edition of this book has been completely revised and metricated in accordance with United Kingdom regulations and internationally-recognised British Standards.