Slinger and Banksman Training Syllabus

 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 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