NPORS Slinger / Signaller (N402) Training

Course Objectives

  • 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 center 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

Who should attend?

This Slinger / Signaller training course is designed for Plant Operators who require practical and theory training and / or assessment on a Slinger / Signaller.

Course Outline

  • Health and safety legislation, as it applies to Plant Operators.
  • Theoretical knowledge of plant operations. 
  • Operator's responsibilities, with regards to daily/weekly checks of machine.
  • Familiarity with the equipment and use of Operator's manual. 
  • Safe and best practice in practical plant operating methods
  • A rigorous practical and theory based assessment. 

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