A40 Experienced - Slinger Signaller
Short course
In Jarrow
Description
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Type
Short course
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Location
Jarrow
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Duration
1 Day
To enable the candidate to safely and clearly direct the lifting of loads for a crane driver. Suitable for: Candidates working on or around cranes, hoists and other lifting apparatus
Facilities
Location
Start date
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About this course
Health and Safety Touch Screen TestMinimum 3 years general plant experienceMinimum 2 years slinging signalling experience
Reviews
Course programme
On completion of this course, the candidate have proved they have a clear understanding of appropriate regulations (LOLER, PUWER) and be able to:
- Identify and explain relevant information relating to lifting accessories and match to certification.
- Ensure that the area of operation is suitable for lifting activities.
- Estimate weights and centres of gravity.
- Select appropriate lifting accessories for different types of loads.
- Sling various loads including balanced, unbalanced and loose.
- Guide various loads and place accurately including to and from confined and 'blind' areas.
- Carry out lifts according to given instructions.
- Use different forms of communication.
- Explain precautions to be taken for overhead services and other hazards.
- Keep within safe working parameters.
- Return lifting accessories to storage.
- Recognise different types of lifting accessories and their applications.
Suitable For
Candidates working on or around cranes, hoists and other lifting apparatus
Teaching
Methods Classroom (Powerpoint, Handouts)
Practical (Demonstrations, Hands On, Assessment of Competence)
Pre Requisites
Health and Safety Touch Screen Test
Minimum 3 years general plant experience
Minimum 2 years slinging signalling experience
Aims
To enable the candidate to safely and clearly direct the lifting of loads for a crane driver
A40 Experienced - Slinger Signaller