Slinger/Signaller/BanksmanTraining

Course details

(new entrant) course is to equip learners with the skills, knowledge & understanding for to be a competent Signaller/Slinger/Banksman

Course Objectives:

On completion of this course the learners will be;

• Aware of the current Health & Safety Legislation as it applies to Signaller/Slinger/Banksman
• Able to use & understand hand signals as they apply to Slingers, Signallers & Banksmen
• Able to guide & select appropriate lifting equipment
• Able to recognise hazards & risks associated with blind lifts

Course Programme:

• Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act 2005
• Employers & Employees legal duties under current Health & Safety Legislation
• Identify workplace hazards regarding Slinger/Signaller
• Understand the principles for the correct selection of Lifting Equipment
• Identify & apply the full range of Slinging & Signaller methods
• Apply & Understand Signaller/Signaller Operations

Training Methods:

Classroom based presentation on power-point. Learners can practice lifting operations & using hand signals

Who Should Attend?

Those employees who are responsible for or in control of all lifting equipment

Additional Information:

• Maximum of 4 learners
• SOLAS CSCS Identity Card & FETAC certification will be awarded to those who successfully complete & pass this two day course
• Learners must have an up to date Safe Pass Card & their own PPE (e.g. Safety Footwear etc….)
• Price on application. We can also offer group discounts.
• Non experienced learners must have at least 3 months experience on a site (Not slinging/signalling)
• Non experienced learners must be at least 18 years of age