DWR Distribution announces that renowned rigging specialist Ruud de Deugd will present the International Rigging training course from 25 – 30 January 2027 from 9am to 5pm, at DWR Distribution, Johannesburg. Kindly note this is a 6-day course.
As the founder of T & E Support, Ruud is celebrated globally for his expertise in rigging and safety standards. With over two decades of experience, he continues to uphold excellence in the event and theatre production industries. A qualified mechanical engineer and former Prolyte professional, Ruud established T & E Support in 2009 — a company that provides comprehensive safety solutions for large-scale events. These include structural calculations, inspections, rigging consultations, and guidance on temporary demountable structures.
T & E Support is also a proud member of the European Committee for Standardization (CEN/TC 152 WG3), where Ruud actively contributes to the development of international standards for event structures.
This 6-day intensive course will cover key topics such as:
· Safety protocols
· Maintenance practices
· Lifting materials
· Force calculations
· Load tables
Participants should have a solid understanding of Mathematics.
Delegates are required to bring:
· 1 x red pen
· 1 x blue pen
· 1 x scientific calculator
The training cost is R10 500 per person, including lunch.
Booking Terms:
Please note: Seating is limited. Bookings are only confirmed once full payment has been received. Fees are non-refundable; however, registrations may be transferred to another delegate, (at the latest, 10 days before the course starts).
Booking confirmation: A booking is only confirmed once full payment has been received. Verbal or email confirmation does not secure a spot for the course.
- Cancellations and refunds: Course fees are non-refundable. DWR subsidizes the cost of this course to help make high-quality industry training accessible at the lowest possible price.
- Practical assessment: Attendance on the sixth day, which includes the practical assessment, is compulsory. Failure to attend will result in automatic course failure, as the practical assessment carries a higher weighting than the theory component.
The course will be held at DWR Distribution, Block C, Unit 1, Kimbult Industrial Park, 9 Zeiss Road, Laser Park, Honeydew.
This course is perfect for professionals working at height in the live events industry. We look forward to having you join us!
Bookings online:
https://forms.gle/qeCzFRoBSYauC4QX6
Contact Amanda at amanda@dwrdistribution.co.za or on 011 794 5023 for assistance and more information.