The slinger signaller plays an important role in keeping construction sites, and other settings that use cranes and lifting equipment safe.  The role of the slinger signaller is to communicate clearly with crane operators from ground level, giving them directions to help them lift and move their load safely and efficiently.

What is on the course?

The N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller training course teaches learners everything they need to know to work in a role as a slinger signaller.

The slinger/signaller must be able to direct the crane safely and efficiently, during loading and lifting operations, this is done by using special hand signals. These are standard signals, which follow BS 7121 code of practice for the safe use of cranes.

Health and Safety legislation covering safety signs and signals also includes essential hand signals for use on construction sites. The slinger signaller must make precise signals, which the crane operator can easily understand. Therefore, it is important that these signals are agreed upon with the crane operator before operations commence.

In certain weather conditions, where visibility is affected by heavy rain, fog or mist, then the slinger signaller may be able to use batons and high vis gloves as a substitute for hand signals.

Another alternative is the use of two-way radios, which are widely used. Radios are commonly used by Slinger Signallers that work with tower cranes where the line of sight is often lost.

Part of the slinger signaller’s role is having the authority to halt crane operations if they deem that the conditions are too hazardous to continue working.

Who should attend the N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller training course?

The N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller course is suitable for anyone who wants to train to work as a slinger signaller.

The N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller course is available at a variety of different levels, meaning it can be tailored to each learner’s level of experience.

Most people taking the course are at entry level with no previous experience working as a slinger signaller. Entry-level learners are required to take the full N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller course.

To view course availability and prices, please check out our training calendar.

N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller Course Objectives

The N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller training provides learners with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills they require to carry out the responsibilities of a slinger signaller on a construction site safely and competently.

Key areas covered in the N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller course content include:

• The role and legal responsibilities of a slinger signaller.
• Rules and regulations surrounding the role.
• Risks and dangers of working in the role.
• Different types of lifting equipment and accessories and how to use them.
• Undertaking pre-use checks and identifying hazards.
• Directing and guiding crane operators using different communication methods.
• Maintaining safe working situations.
• Securing various loads for lifting.

N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller – Learning Outcomes

The N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS slinger signaller training course is recognised by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Completion of this course will ensure that individuals working as banksman are doing so safely according to all relevant legislation and standards, including LOLER 1998 and BS 7121.

This course can be tailored to each individual’s level of experience. Most people new to the role will be required to complete the novice level training, the course is also available at refresher level, or at Experienced Worker Test (EWT) level.

The novice N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS training course is suitable for anyone and provides entry-level training in working as a slinger signaller. To qualify for experienced worker slinger signaller training you will need evidence of experience working in a role as a slinger signaller.

The CPCS Slinger Signaller A40 course aims to provide slinger signallers with the knowledge and skills they require to carry out their work to a high standard.

This course can be tailored to the individual as it is split into five separate qualifications, each of which is available at different levels of experience.

Candidates can choose from the following different slinger signaller qualifications:

• A40A: Slinger Signaller for all machines, including pick and carry duties.
• A40B: Slinger Signaller for static cranes only.
• A40C: Slinger Signaller for Lorry Loaders only.
• A40D: Slinger Signaller for 360 Excavators only.
• A40E: Slinger Signaller for Telehandlers only.

The course is also available at either foundation, foundation plus, or experienced worker refresher level, for those wanting to complete the course under CPCS.

Candidates should pick the course most suited to their role and level of experience, for most this will be the A40A course.

All learners will also need to have passed the CITB Health, Safety, and Environment test within the last 2 years to qualify to take this course.

Upon passing this course, you will:

• 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

Entry requirements

This course is open to novice Slinger/Signaller operators with little to no experience.

Before taking this course, candidates must pass the Health, Safety, and Environment test for operatives (HS&E test). Please note, that this test certification is only valid for two years, so check that your test is still valid.

To view and book our upcoming course dates, please check out our training calendar.

Assessment

At the end of your training, you will be required to sit two assessments, a practical assessment, and a theory assessment.

The theory assessment is made up of a mixture of multiple choice and open questions.

On-site training

Our team of qualified and professional trainers offer on-site N402 NPORS/ A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller training. When you choose on-site training, our instructor will carry out the training at your place of employment.  On-site training can be very beneficial as it allows your training to be further tailored to your working environment and employer’s requirements.

Certification

If you do not yet hold a relevant NVQ, then upon completion of the N402 NPORS/CPCS Slinger Signaller training you will receive an NPORS Trained Operator card which is valid for two years from the date of your assessment.

If you require the CSCS logo on your card you can apply for a Red Trained Operator NPORS-CSCS card.

If you already hold the relevant NVQ, then once you have passed this qualification you will gain the NPORS Competent Operator card which is valid for five years from the date of assessment.

Upon completion, learners will be able to apply for their CPCS red trained operative card.

Grants and funding

The N402 NPORS/CPCS Slinger Signaller course is approved for CITB Levy funding. To find out if you may be eligible to receive help with the cost of your training visit the CITB website to find out more about the funding they offer.

FAQS

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by the NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) & CPCS (Construction Plant Competence Scheme).

Are there any prerequisites for this course?

Before enrolling onto this course, candidates must have passed the CITB Health, Safety, and Environment test for operatives (HS&E test) within the last two years.

If you wish to take the N402 NPORS Slinger Signaller assessment only without any training, then you will need to provide evidence of your prior experience working as a slinger signaller.

What is the course duration?

The duration of the course for N402 NPORS could be anything between one and three days, depending on your level of experience and requirements.

The full CPCS Slinger Signaller course is carried out over four days, (three days of full-time training and one assessment day).

Entry-level learners with no experience working as a slinger signaller are required to take the full course.

If you are experienced in the role and you simply require certification of your competence, then you may be eligible to take the assessment without completing any training. The assessment takes just one day.

Where does this training take place?

We have an approved test training centre in Burscough, Lancashire.

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Training can also take place at your company’s premises if facilities meet the test criteria.

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The Slinger Signaller NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Lifting Operations is a work-based qualification that recognises the skills and competence of those already working in a role as a slinger signaller.

A slinger signaller, sometimes also referred to as a slinger banksman, plays an important part in the safe operation of cranes or other lifting equipment on a construction site. The slinger signaller supervises the crane operator at work and provides direction either verbally or through hand signals to ensure the crane is operated safely.

This qualification comprises four mandatory competency-based units. The units cover general health and safety, productive working practices, attaching and preparing suspended loads, and guiding and positioning suspended loads.

Who is this qualification for?

The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations -Slinger/Signaller (Construction) qualification has been developed for achievement in a real workplace environment which means you need to be employed to undertake this qualification.

This qualification enables you, the learner, to demonstrate and recognise your skills, knowledge and understanding and to demonstrate your competence in a real workplace environment so you can work as a Slinger/Signaller within the construction industry.

You will be assessed against a set of performance and knowledge statements which have been derived from National Occupational Standards for your occupational area.

You will be assessed by an occupationally competent and qualified assessor whose job is to work with you and help you complete your qualification. This qualification supports the learner to attain enabling, fundamental and transferable practical skills with associated underpinning knowledge.

Completion of this NVQ will allow you to apply for a CPCS Competence card.

Mandatory Units (All to be completed)

• Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace
• Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace
• Slinging Signalling and the movement of suspended loads in the Workplace

Why take the NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations – Slinger/Signaller?

Completing the Slinger Signaller NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations is an excellent way for those working as slinger signallers to consolidate their knowledge and prove their competence in their role with a nationally recognised qualification.

Those who hold a CPCS or NPORS Red Trained Operator Card will need to upgrade this within 2 years of receiving it to a CPCS or NPORS Blue Competent Operator Card. Completing this NVQ is the only route to applying for a Blue Competent Operator Card.

Many individuals working as slinger signallers have completed this level 2 NVQ to improve their employability and progress their career.

What are the entry requirements?

As this is a competency-based qualification, applicants must already be employed in a role where they work as a slinger signaller.

They should also already have a CPCS Red Trained Operator Card in their possession.

Candidates must provide evidence of their competence in carrying out the duties of a slinger signaller to pass the NVQ, so they must already be experienced and confident in their role.

How long does it take to complete and what does the course involve?

This is a competency-based qualification that can be completed whilst you’re at work alongside your job.

To pass the NVQ you must provide proof of your competence in each of the course’s criteria. The evidence you provide can come in a variety of forms including:

• Completed worksheets.
• Witness testimonies.
• A written record of conversations.
• Method Statements
• Lift Plans
• Audio or video files.

All the evidence you gather should be compiled into a portfolio for submission and assessment.

The qualification can usually be completed in 6-12 months, but this timescale does vary from one applicant to the next depending on how much time they can commit to it.

How is the NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations – Slinger Signaller assessed?

This qualification is assessed solely on the portfolio of evidence submitted by the individual.

When you first sign up for the Level 2 slinger signaller NVQ you will be assigned an occupationally competent assessor who will provide you with guidance throughout completing the qualification and help you with gathering evidence when required to do so.

Most of your communication with your assessor will take place by telephone or email, but they may also visit you on-site to observe you at work and help with gathering evidence.  Once you and your assessor are satisfied that your portfolio is complete you will submit it internally for assessment. You will then either be marked as competent or not yet competent.

What will you gain from this qualification?

There are many benefits to taking this level 2 NVQ if you currently work as a slinger signaller in controlling lifting operations.

Completing the qualification can help individuals to consolidate their knowledge of best practices to carry out their role with skill and confidence. It is also a gateway to applying for your Blue Competent Operator industry card with either the CPCS or NPORS.

Possession of both the NVQ and a Competent Operator Card can help to improve your employability and progress your career in the industry.

Once you have completed the level 2 NVQ, you also have the option to keep developing your skills and knowledge and go on to take another NVQ at a higher level.

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The Appointed Person training course is a five-day course aimed at those that will take responsibility for lifting operations. The course is accredited by either CPCS, NPORS or INHOUSE, and it culminates in the candidate being given a  trained operator card, showing that they have knowledge of safe operating systems and procedures that comply with health and safety regulations.

The course is suitable for individuals looking to enhance their own skill set, as well as for groups of employees and other groups. There are entry requirements for this course, which culminates in a one day test at the end of the course.

Course Objective

The objective of this course is to provide candidates with a  Trained Operator Card (red card). This card shows that the holder has the skills required to safely and successfully complete the work required, and it can lead on to the successful acquisition of the blue operator’s card. It ensures that the card holder can conduct and agree risk assessments, determine the safety of using a lift, and that they are capable of choosing and operating the correct equipment. The card holder will understand the responsibilities of an Appointed Person.

Course Elements

Course durations and tests will depend on which awarding body you require:

CPCS – The Construction Plant Competence Scheme is the most widely recognised accreditation scheme in the construction industry. Many organisations require that operators have CPCS cards, as part of their company policies. The A61 Appointed Person course from CPCS will reward a red trained operator card on completion, enabling candidates to go on and undertake the relevant Level 5 Planning Lifts NVQ to enable them to obtain a blue competence card.

NPORS – National Plant Operators Registration Scheme is a widely recognised accreditation specialising in the construction sector.  On successful completion of the course, delegates will receive a Red Competent Card which is valid for 2 years.  In that time delegates will be required to complete the relevant Level 5 Planning Lifts NVQ in order to update their card to a Blue Competency Card.

In-House – If you need to provide additional safety elements to your employees, we can customise a training course to include all the elements and components that you require.

Participant Requirements

The Appointed Person Training course requires that any participant has a CITB health, safety and environment test, which must have been passed no more than two years before the course completion date.

It is recommended that participants have the skills to meet the 7121 Safe Use Of Cranes standard, and because it will be necessary to read manufacturer manuals and safety warnings, all candidates should display a good understanding of written and spoken English. The participant should be comfortable working at height, because of the nature of the work as well as the content of the course.

Who Should Attend?

The appointed person course is primarily geared towards managers and supervisors that will oversee the operation of cranes and other lifting equipment. Operators may also take the course, especially if they wish to show a broader range of competencies and knowledge for a relevant job role.

What Are The Main Responsibilities Of An Appointed Person?

The exact responsibilities of an appointed person vary according to the job and company they work for. Typically, however, an appointed person will be the person responsible for carrying out risk assessments, for choosing the correct crane and lifting accessories, and to assess site conditions. These responsibilities mean that the course is typically suited to those with experience in lifting skills and crane operation.

What Will Participants Learn?

Participants will be taught the following:

• Relevant regulations and legislation including LOLER, HASAWA and PUWER
• BS7121 codes of practice
• Lifting operator roles and responsibilities
• How to read and use lifting equipment documentation and certificates
• An understanding of different types of crane
• Crane stability according to prevailing ground conditions
• Sling angles
• Safe Working Loads (SWLs) and Related Capacity Indicators (RCIs)
• Assessment and selection of the correct lifting accessories
• Planning a lifting operation
• Conducting a risk assessment and writing a method statement

CPCS – The Construction Plant Competence Scheme is a widely recognised accreditation board that operates primarily in the construction industry.  Successfully passing the course will result in the delegate also receiving a red competence card. The A61 Appointed Person course from CPCS will reward a red trained operator card on completion, enabling candidates to go on and undertake the relevant Level 5 Appointed Persons NVQ to enable them to obtain a blue competence card.

NPORS – National Plant Operators Registration Scheme is a widely recognised accredited board and is an alternative to CPCS but is widely accepted on all major UK construction sites.  On successful completion of the course, delegates will receive a Red Competent Card which is valid for 2 years.  In that time delegates will be required to complete the relevant Level 5 Appointed Persons NVQ in order to update their card to a Blue Competency Card.

Appointed Person Training From SB Skills

SB Skills Solutions Ltd is an accredited health and safety and plant construction training facility based in Lancashire. Our trainers are highly qualified with industry experience. We offer a range of CPCS courses, as well as accredited certificates from other bodies including NPORS. Browse our list of courses directly on our website, or call us with any questions or queries on 01695 558420 and speak to one of our experienced and knowledgeable team.

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The NVQ Level 5 diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations – Planning Lifts is a work-based qualification that proves the applicant’s competence in planning and safely executing lifting activities using cranes or lifting equipment.

It is possible to tailor the qualification to your area of expertise or your role by specialising in cranes, lifting equipment, or plant and machinery.

Why take the NVQ Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations – Planning Lifts?

If you are working in a role where you are responsible for controlling lifting equipment, completing this qualification will help to consolidate your knowledge and provide you with proof of your competence to progress your career.

Some the key skills that this diploma will prove your competence in include:

• How to plan for lifting operations.
• How to prepare the site for lifting activities.
• Maintaining good occupational working relationships.
• Health and safety for lifting operations.

The qualification is supported by the CSCS and once completed you will earn the CPCS/NPORS Blue Competent Operator Card.

Who is this qualification for?

The GQA Level 5 NVQ Certificate Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations – Planning Lifts (Construction) has been developed for delivery in a Construction related working environment. This NVQ qualification is made up of 7 mandatory units and requires candidates to demonstrate, in a real workplace environment, competence against a set of performance criteria and an understanding of the theoretical aspects of the role and associated tasks. Assessment will be carried out by an occupationally competent and qualified assessor.

To allow correct identification of specialisms , on completion of the qualification the assessment centre must select one of the following endorsements: Access equipment, Crawler cranes, Drilling rigs, Excavators, Floating lifting equipment, Hoists, Knuckle-boom cranes, Lorry loaders, Masted forklifts, Mobile cranes, Non-mechanised lifting equipment, Overhead cranes, Pedestal cranes, Piling rigs, Specialist lifting equipment, Telescopic handlers, Tower cranes

Mandatory Units

• 210v2 – Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships in the Workplace
• C529V2 – Planning Lifting Activities Using Cranes or Lifting Equipment in the Workplace
• C530 v2 – Planning and Establishing Health, Safety, Welfare and Environmental Systems for Lifting Operations in the Workplace
• C4 – Planning Activities and Resources to meet Work Requirements in the Workplace
• C91 – Evaluating and Selecting Work Methods to Meet Project or Operational Requirements in the Workplace
• C104 – Planning the Preparations of the Site for the Project or Operation in the Workplace

C102 – Identifying, Allocating and Planning the Deployment and Use of Plant, Equipment or Machinery in the Workplace

What are the entry requirements?

This level 5 qualification is suitable for anyone who currently works in a role where they are responsible for planning and controlling lifting operations.

Before taking this course, the applicant should have already completed the CPCS A61 Appointed Persons (Lifting Operations) or NPORS Appointed Person (N401) course and possess the Red Trained Operator card.

The Red Trained Operator card is valid for 2 years, during which time you are required to undertake the relevant plant NVQ to upgrade to the Blue Competent Operator Card.

How long does it take to complete and what is involved?

This is a work-based NVQ and most of it will be carried out remotely.

There is no training involved, instead, applicants must collect evidence of their skill, knowledge, and competence in the diploma’s criteria and submit paperwork evidence.

The length of time that the NVQ takes to complete depends on how much time you can commit to it and how quickly you can gather the evidence required. Generally, the NVQ can be completed in 6 – 12 months, but this timescale does vary from one person to the next.

How is the NVQ Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations – Planning Lifts assessed?

You will be assigned an assessor who will guide and support you whilst you complete the NVQ. Most communications with your assessor will be carried out remotely by telephone or email, although they may also visit you on-site to collect evidence for your portfolio.

Once you have supplied all paperwork evidence of your competence in the NVQ’s criteria, your portfolio of work will be verified internally and then submitted.

Once everything has been submitted you will either be pronounced ‘competent’ and awarded the qualification, or ‘not yet competent’.

What will you gain from this qualification?

The NVQ level 5 diploma in Planning Lifts is a nationally recognised qualification that proves your skill, expertise, and competence.

Once you have achieved the qualification, it will assist you in upgrading your Red CPCS or NPORS Trained Operator Card to the Blue Competent Operator Card. Having this card and qualification to your name can help to progress your career and improve your employability. It may benefit you if you wish to progress into a supervisory or management role.

Once you have a level 5 diploma under your belt, you may even choose to further your knowledge and go on to work towards another, higher qualification.

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The NVQ Level 4 Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations – Supervising Lifts is a work-based, nationally recognised qualification that proves an individual’s competence in supervising lifts.

The qualification does not require any time out of work for training and can be conveniently completed on the job by gathering evidence of your knowledge and experience in each of the qualification’s units.

Why take the NVQ Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations – Supervising Lifts?

On completion of the NVQ Level 4 Diploma in Supervising Lifts you will receive a nationally recognised qualification that proves your knowledge, skill, and competence in supervising lifting operations.

Who is this qualification for?

This is a work-based learning qualification that enables individuals to carry out the supervising of lifts in the Construction working environment.

Candidates must prove competent to carry out at least two of the following checks during preparation work for lifting operations: –for condition, for fit for purpose, on health and safety, on environmental or on people. Candidates must also identify, select and/or acquire and maintain at least three of the following resources: – people, plant, equipment or machinery, materials and components, sub-contractors, work and facilities waste management, utility providers.

All work must be completed following Industry recognised Safe Working Practices and in accordance with relevant legislations.

This qualification is at Level 4, although some units may be at different levels and should be taken by those who are fully trained to deal with a range of tasks and situations. The qualification consists of 8 mandatory units with a total credit value of 74 credits.

Mandatory Units

• 210v2 – Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships in the Workplace
• 531 – Supervising Lifting Operations Using Lifting Equipment in the Workplace
• C2 – Maintaining Systems for Health, Safety, Welfare and Environmental Protection in the Workplace
• C5 – Coordinating and Organising the Control of the Work in the Workplace
• C7 – Allocating and Monitoring the Use of Plant, Equipment or Machinery in the Workplace
• 708 -Maintaining the Dimensional Accuracy of the Work in the Workplace
• C13 – Coordinating Preparation Work for Site or Lifting Operations in the Workplace
• 713 – Allocating Work and Checking Peoples Performance in the Workplace

What are the entry requirements?

The Level 4 NVQ in Controlling Lifting Operations – Supervising Lifts is suitable for anyone who is already employed in a role in crane lifting operations. It is often taken by those working as lift supervisors or crane supervisors. There are no formal entry requirements to take this qualification. This qualification can be undertaken without any previous training or qualifications in this subject area.

How long does it take to complete and what is involved?

There is no training involved in this NVQ, instead, applicants must gather evidence of their knowledge and experience in each of the qualification’s units. This evidence can include historic evidence.

Evidence may include paperwork such as question and answer sheets, observational records, reports, records of conversations with others, and video evidence.

This NVQ is carried out in your own time, so the length of time it takes to complete depends on how much time you can commit to it and how quickly you can put together your personal portfolio for submission. Generally, the NVQ can be completed in 6 -12 months, but this timescale does vary.

How is the NVQ Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations assessed?

When you begin your NVQ you will be assigned an assessor who can help and support you through the qualification.

Most of your communications with your assessor will be done remotely by telephone or email, although they may also visit you on-site to help gather evidence for your qualification.

Once you have gathered all the necessary paperwork proof for the NVQ, you will send your portfolio to be verified internally and then submitted.

You will then be pronounced with ‘competent’ and awarded the qualification or ‘not yet competent’.

What will you gain from achieving this qualification?

This diploma provides you with a nationally recognised qualification that proves your knowledge, skill, and competence in controlling and supervising lifting operations.

Having this qualification on your CV can help to improve your employability and progress your career, enabling you to take on more senior positions if you wish.

Once you have received your level 4 diploma, you may wish to further your skills so that you can work towards another qualification at a higher level. Many people who complete this NVQ progress to take the level 5 NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations – Planning Lifts (Construction).

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