Description: This 4 day course is aimed at inexperienced operatives who are required to undertake slinging and signalling for the movement of loads using lifting equipment. Candidates may be new to the role or may be those with limited experience and no formal training.
(Please note the term “Banksman” does not apply to Vehicle Marshall or Traffic Management, please refer to our website for the CPCS Plant & Vehicle Marshaller/Vehicle Banksman course)
COURSE AIM AND CONTENTS
The aim of this course is to provide candidates with practical and theoretical knowledge in order for them to undertake the role of the Slinger/Signaller. Following successful completion of the course candidates will be able to select the correct lifting accessories, attach them to loads safely and guide the load using the appropriate hand signals.
Topics covered during this course include:
Legislation – LOLER, PUWER, HASAWA
Codes of practice – BS7121
Roles and responsibilities of personnel involved with lifting operations
Documentation and certification for lifting equipment and lifting accessories
Lifting accessories
Types of accessories and use
Slinging techniques
Down rating of accessories
Sling angles
Communications
Establishing load weight and centre of gravity
Proximity hazards
Selecting lifting accessories
Verifying documentation and certification
Attaching accessories to different loads
Signalling for the lifting, transferring and positioning of loads
Safe use of radios
CERTIFICATION
Successful candidates will be awarded a Red CPCS Trained Operator card endorsed with the category Slinger Signaller All Types – All Duties. (Lifting Operations). Please note the Red CPCS card is only valid for 2 years
Prerequisites:
Course Code: GET0806
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Standard: Slinger/Signaller: All Types, All Duties Training
Duration of Course: 4
Cost From: £1020.00
Approved Training organisation: MGA Training Limited