Ground Rigger / Decker Training

Presented by Global Stage Techs

Inc.

Venue: Hilliard Center Arena

Date: To be Confirmed

Ever walked into a load-in and wondered:

• Why are stagehands marking the floor with tape before anything goes up?

• What's with all the steel hanging from the ceiling?

• Why are riggers constantly carrying ropes, spansets, shackles, and hardware?

• What exactly is a "Decker"?

• What do all those ANSI, PLASA, and ETCP standards actually mean?

If you've ever asked yourself these questions—or if you've simply wanted to learn more about how professional productions are built from the ground up—this class is for you.

Join Antares Staging & Rigging Inc. for an introduction to Ground Rigging and Decker Operations, designed specifically for stage technicians, production personnel, and anyone interested in advancing their knowledge of the entertainment industry.

Topics Include:

• Ground Rigging Fundamentals

• Arena & Theatre Floor Layouts

• Why Rigging Points Are Marked Before a Load-In

• Understanding Chain Hoists, Steel, and Hardware

• Decker Responsibilities and Best Practices

• Working Safely Around Rigging Operations

• ANSI Standards

• PLASA Standards

• ETCP Industry Practices

• Communication and Crew Coordination

• Real-World Touring Production Procedures

Whether you're a seasoned technician or just getting started, this class will provide valuable insight into the systems and procedures that make modern concerts, Broadway tours, festivals, and arena productions possible.

Cost

FREE for Corpus Christi crew members working with Antares Staging & Rigging Inc.

A small registration fee will apply for outside stage technicians.

Why Attend?

Because the more you understand what's happening above your head, below your feet, and around the building, the better technician you'll become.

Learn how professional productions are rigged safely, efficiently, and according to industry standards.

Stay tuned to Crew News for updates.

Antares Staging & Rigging Inc.Building the Entertainment Industry One Show at a Time.