Which statement best describes the primary purpose of a rigging plan?

• A. It schedules lighting cues.
• B. It provides a budget for rigging equipment.
• C. It documents weight distribution, attachment points, and sequence for flying loads safely.
• D. It lists audience seating arrangements.

Answer: (C)

Rigging plans focus on how flying loads are controlled and supported to keep everyone safe. They lay out weight distribution so the structure and rigging hardware operate within their limits, specify attachment points where lines, shackles, and hardware connect, and define the sequence for raising and lowering loads so everything moves in a controlled, collision-free manner. This combination ensures that the flying scenery and equipment can be moved reliably during the show while maintaining safety for the crew. Other tasks mentioned—scheduling lighting cues, budgeting for rigging gear, or listing audience seating—aren’t about how flying loads are physically supported and controlled, so they aren’t the primary purpose of a rigging plan.