Slinger/Signaller

It is envisaged that by the end of this course of training the learner will be able to answer questions on and perform the following:
 

• Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a slinger/signaller
• Be able to confirm to manufacturer’s requirements as per technical data, confirm to relevant regulations and legislation
• Be able to locate, identify and explain different types of lifting equipment and lifting accessories, explain their basic construction, uses, applications and their functions
• Be able to interpret and extract information on all relevant documentation
• Undertake all pre-use checks on non-specialist lifting accessories and identify non-serviceable items
• Explain procedures for placing non-serviceable items out of services
• Identify and explain centres of gravity calculate estimated weights of loads
• Set up exclusion zone explaining actions required for emergency actions, identifying and overhead hazards
• Identify and Maintain PPE appropriate for slinger/signaller use
• Secure various types of loads to a hook using the relevant lifting accessories and procedures ensuring load balance, security and integrity
• Direct and guide the movement of loads to different types of location using different methods of communication
• Environmental considerations
• Carry out all out of service and securing procedures