Slinging Signaller

The Slinger Signaller (sometimes known as a slinger banksman) has 2 main responsibilities. Firstly – Slinging – which is the safe attachment and detachment of loads to and from cranes or other lifting equipment. Secondly – Signalling – using standardised/industry recognised hand signals or verbal communication, guides the crane operator during lifting, manoeuvring and lowering operations. This is all carried out ensuring the safety of themselves, the crane operator and all other personnel around them.

Category: Slinger Signaller

Accrediting Body: Independent Training Standards Scheme & Register (ITSSAR)

Maximum Ratio: 6 : 1 : 1 (6 Trainees : 1 Instructor : 1 Vehicle)

Durations:

Novice* – Up to 6 trainees = 2 days
Experienced** – Up to 6 trainees = 1 day
Safety Refresher*** – Up to 6 trainees = 1 day

* For trainees with little or no previous experience of a carrying out the duties of a slinger signaller
** Trainees with previous experience of carrying out the duties of a slinger signaller but have not received formal training
*** This course is available for those trainees with in-date documentary evidence of formal training

Course Breakdown

The following is a list of elements that make up a novice course. (N.B. The list for experienced operators and safety refresher courses may be shorter).

Course Introduction, the need & reasons to train and relevant statutory requirements

Slinger signaller responsibilities

Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE)

General safety and slinger signaller safety code

Assessing the risks – practically and theoretically

Selection, identification and pre use inspection of lifting accessories

Planning the lift and manoeuvre

Different forms of communication

Recognised signals within the industry

Slinging, lifting, manoeuvring and lowering of loads using various lifting accessories

Environmental factors and their impact

Post checks and storing of lifting accessories

Relevant safety film

Testing: Pre-use checks, practical skills and theory

All courses are ITSSAR accredited and are recognised throughout the industry.

On-Site Courses and Facilities Required

The course will be delivered on your premises. This will give your employees the advantage of being trained and tested in the area where they will be carrying out the duties of a slinger signaller and with the lifting equipment (i.e. crane) and lifting accessories familiar to them.

Training can be tailored/bespoke to your business requirements, but the following facilities will be required:

Access to lifting equipment (i.e. crane) and lifting accessories

An area large enough for lifting, manoeuvring, lowering and testing

For theory training – an area large enough for the instructor and the trainees to work, with chairs, tables and a power supply

It is recommended that all slinger signallers wear safety footwear, headwear, and a hi-visibility vest. Other personal protective equipment is as per the company’s SSOW/RA

Certification

After completing the course you will receive:

A certificate e-mailed to you

If you have applied for ITSSAR TOPS* (Trained Operators Passport Scheme), you will be registered onto the TOPS database, have your own TOPS number and receive a photo identification card.

* There is an additional charge of £20 per trainee. This covers the registration onto the TOPS database and card

After Care

After completing the training, feedback (verbally and written) will be given to both the trainee and their manager on the trainee’s performance including any recommendations.

When refresher training is due, (HSE recommends every 3 – 5 years, your company policy may differ), notification will be sent via email.