Slinger / Signaller

Attaching loads to the hook and directing the lifting operation. Two days covering accessory selection and inspection, estimating load weight and centre of gravity, and controlling the lift by hand signal and radio. Practical assessment includes a blind lift out of the operator's sight.

Who it's for

Slingers, signallers and banksmen, and anyone attaching loads or directing a crane operator.

What's covered

• Industry hazards and the slinger signaller's responsibilities
• Legislation - LOLER, PUWER, BS 7121 parts 1 and 2, ACOP L113 and manual handling
• Types of lifting equipment and accessories, and what each is for
• Reading test certificates, thorough examination records, lift plans and duty charts
• Pre-use checks on lifting accessories and identifying unserviceable items
• Placing defective items out of service and reporting them
• Centre of gravity, load density and estimating load weight
• Setting up exclusion zones and identifying overhead hazards
• PPE for slinging duties
• Securing loads to the hook - SWL and WLL, lifting points, sling angles and tag lines
• Directing the lift by hand signal and radio protocol, including blind lifts
• Landing loads safely and securing them
• Environmental considerations
• Out of service checks, cleaning and correct storage of accessories

Assessment & certification

Theory and practical assessment on the final day. Successful candidates are registered with the awarding body and issued the relevant card or certificate.

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