Slinger Signaller Course

To provide the operative with the knowledge to be able to conduct work as a Slinger Signaller safely and competently.

By the end of the training course, the delegate will:

Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and
their responsibilities as a Slinger / Signaller
Be able to conform to manufacturers requirements as per technical data, conform 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-service
Identify and explain centres of gravity and calculate estimated weights of loads
Set up exclusion zone explaining actions required for emergency actions, identifying any
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

The course length varies depending on the level of experience of the attendee*

Practical and Written Test

Anyone wishing to hold an NPORS licence to work as a Slinger Signaller

NPORS accredited

To book this training course
To discuss your training requirements with a member of the NFB Training Team
To deliver this course in your organisation

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