Slinger Signaller Training
Suitable for:
Suitable for individuals who need to understand safe slinging practices, correct crane operation, and their responsibilities under current health and safety legislation. This teaches beginners to safely assess load size and weight, choose and maintain lifting gear and communicate with crane operators. Ideal for people with little or no experience of slinging and signalling who want to work in the lifting industry.
Course Content:
Key Statutory Requirements:
- The Health & Safety at Work etc. Act 1974: Section 2
- General duties of employers Section 7 & 8
- General duties of employees
- Powers of the Inspectorate
- LOLER & PUWER regulations
- Introduction to BS7121
Introduction to Slinging:
- Types of slinging available
- Correct use of slings
- Pre-Use inspections
Methods of Slinging:
- Variety of equipment for SWL
- Angles of lifts
- Configuration of slings
- Weight assessment
- Centre of gravity
- Load packing
- Identification of controller
- Mode of operation
- Safety awareness in area of operation
- Practical crane operation/slinging
- Control of swing
- Practical assessment and theoretical examination
Knowledge Gained:
On completion of the course, delegates will understand:
- Their responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
- How to correctly operate Pendant and Remote-Controlled Crane systems
- Safe and effective basic slinging techniques
- The importance of accurate weight assessment, load stability, and identifying the centre of gravity in relation to SWL
- How to select and inspect lifting equipment to ensure safe lifting operations