Slinger Signaller
The Aim of the Slinger Signaller Course is to:
Provide the candidate with the basic knowledge and practical skills involved in slinging loads and guiding cranes.
Slinger Signaller Course Duration
This depends on the number of candidates, their experience and the ratio of candidates / machines per Instructor.
The Objectives of the Course are to enable delegates to:
- Establish the weight and dimensions of loads and communicate this information to the crane operator
- Select, attach and detach appropriate lifting tackle
- Direct the actions of a crane moving loads by giving clear signals to ensure safety of personnel and plant
- Determine the serviceability of tackle and how to maintain and store it correctly
- Have an understanding of responsibilities under current Health and Safety legislation.
Who Do We Recommend Attends The Course?
All personnel required to carry out the duties of a Slinger Signaller.
Slinger Signaller Course Summary
Candidates will participate in theory lessons and practical demonstrations / exercises, all of which are highlighted by the use of OHP & Videos covering;
- An Introduction to the Construction Industry
- Current relevant Health and Safety Regulations
- Code of signals
- How to calculate safe working loads
- Effects of varying the angles of multi-leg slings
- Hazards associated with crane operation and how to avoid them
- CPCS Theory Test
Health and Safetry Training / Testing
It is recommended that all candidates attend a 1 Day CPCS speccific Health and Safety Course.
The CSCS Operatives Health and Safety Test must be successfully completed prior to taking the CPCS Technical Test.
Testing / Certification
All Candidates will complete the Full (Theory & Practical) CPCS Technical Test and on successful completion will be issued with a CPCS Red Trained Operators Card
Companies who are CITB Levy Payers can claim grants to cover some of the costs of the training and tests.
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