Slinging and Signalling

Who Should Attend?

Potential and existing operators who have received no formal instruction and those requiring refresher training.
formal instruction and those requiring refresher training.

Duration:

1 Day

Aim

To give skills in the correct methods of slinging and signalling.
signalling.

Outcomes

At the end of the course the operative should be able to:
• Understand the requirements of the relevant legislation
• Establish the physical properties of loads and communicate this information to the crane operator
• Select appropriate lifting tackle and attach and detach it correctly and safely
• Direct the actions of a crane moving loads of various weights and dimensions, giving clear and unambiguous signals and in such a manner as to ensure the safety of personnel and plant determine the serviceability of lifting tackle and maintain and store it correctly

Knowledge

At the end of the course the operative should have an
adequate knowledge of:
• The duties and responsibilities, as required by statute, of a slinger, signaller
• Potential hazards associated with crane operation and how to overcome them
• The effects of load movement on the stability of a crane
• Methods of establishing weights, centre of gravity and dimensions of loads
• The effect of varying the angles of multi leg slings and how to calculate their safe working loads
• The standard code of signals
• Operator problems of crane control
• The factors to consider when planning a lift
• Crane safety devices
• The safe use of specific items of lifting equipment

Training Methods

There is a maximum of 6 trainees per course
60% classroom
40% practical

Available nationwide at any of over 50 centres, see below our open course availability. Alternatively, call 0870 850 7964 or book your own course online right here: