In rigging, backlashing refers to the process of securing a load to prevent it from shifting or moving during lifting or transportation. Lashings are typically made from ropes, chains, straps, or other materials, and they help to keep the load stable and in place. Press play on the video demonstration to see how backlashing can help stabilize a lifting operation. To maintain the position of both, the load and the rigging gear, in basket hitches, use Clove Hitches to secure the backlashing to each sling leg.
- Lashing installed between the legs of the rigging gear or the rigging gear and the load to prevent movement of the rigging gear or the load during lifting.
- Backlashing will help prevent the load from rolling out of the rigging.
To maintain the position of both
the load and the rigging gear in basket hitches, use Clove Hitches to secure the backlashing to each sling leg.