Slinger Signaller

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Who should attend?

This course is suitable for anyone who is required to conduct slinger Signaller duties as part or their daily work.

Course Aims & Objectives

Slinger or Banks-man training course informs delegates of their responsibilities.

Slinger Banks-man course candidates learn proper storage and care of lifting accessories and how to work with crane operators via proper communication methods i.e. recognised hand/arm signals to guide and direct loads. 

Having a qualified Slinging and Lifting Banks man among your employees will help minimise risk and improve safety during any lifting operation.

Course Outline

• Course introduction and induction
• Health & Safety at work act 1974
• Lifting operations and lifting equipment regulations 1998
• Provision & use of work equipment regulations 1998.
• Approved code of practice
• Operator safety and observation
• Pre-Shift checks & test
• Defect reporting procedures
• Lift stability – engineering principles and weight assessment
• Manoeuvring skills
• Rated capacity & load centres
• Theoretical examination
• Practical examination

Certification

On completion of the course and successfully passing the required testing, the delegates are awarded a certificate that complies with the recommendations of the Health and Safety commission approved code of practice. It is recommended that this course is refreshed every 3 years.  

Location

We can offer courses on your company premises for a maximum of 6 delegates per course.