Basic Slinger and Signaller Training
Details
Proper slinging and signalling techniques are essential for workplace safety and legal compliance. The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998, and Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) 1998 mandate that employers ensure workers receive adequate training to minimise risks and prevent accidents during lifting operations.
Who is the course aimed at?
Anyone who operates a crane or those signalling and those responsible for supervising them.
Course Objectives
This Basic Slinger and Signaller Training Course provides essential knowledge on slinging techniques, signalling codes, risk assessment, and load handling, following HSE guidelines and British Standards BS7121 for crane operations. Participants will learn how to safely sling loads, communicate effectively with crane operators, and ensure compliance with UK safety standards.
Ideal for construction workers, crane operators, site supervisors, and logistics personnel, this training equips professionals with the expertise needed to perform lifting operations safely, reducing workplace risks and improving efficiency.
Certification
This course certification is provided by Safetymen
Validation Length
Upon completion this course certification is valid for 3 year(s)
Training Methods
- Client Premises
Course Duration
The length of this course is One Day
Prerequisites
The following list of prerequisites are required to take this course:
- 16 years or older
- able to physically undertake practical tasks
- free from the effects of drugs and alcohol
- fluent in spoken and written English
What to Bring
The following items are required to bring on the day of the course:
- Valid Photo ID - For example Passport or Driving License
- Clean comfortable clothing, suitable for classroom
- Lunch - if attending our Training Centre (although there are many local eateries nearby) - tea and coffee are provided
- PPE (Hi-Vis, Gloves, Hard Hat, Safety Shoes, Cold/Wet weather clothing) - (If in-person classroom course)
Course Content
- Statutory requirements
- Attaching a load to a crane
- Weight assessment
- Identifying correct equipment and accessories for slinging
- Awareness of site operations, pedestrians and hazards
- Correct use of slinging equipment for operation
- Correct slinging techniques
- Recognise defects and hazards that affect crane motions
- Demonstrate an understanding of lift plans