CPCS A40a Slinger Signaller - All Duties

Through a combination of targeted training and experience, a slinger signaller will be able to:

• Describe the nature of the industry sector and their role and responsibilities as a Slinger / Signaller.  
• Name and explain the purpose of differing types of lifting equipment and lifting accessories, basic construction, uses and applications, characteristics and terminology. 
• Confirm with manufacturers' requirements as per the technical data, other sources of information and the relevant regulations and legislation. 
• 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 centres of gravity and estimate weights of loads. 
• Prepare and ready the area of operation. 
• Choose the relevant lifting accessory for a given load. 
• Explain action required for hazards, underground and overhead services. 
• Secure various types of load to a lifting hook using the relevant lifting accessory and procedures. 
• Ensure load balance, security and integrity. 
• Direct and guide the movement of loads to different types of location. 
• Accurately place loads. 
• Arrange, use and comply with communication procedures. 
• Maintain safe working conditions. 
• Carry out shut down and securing procedures. 

Prerequisites

Candidates must have taken a CSCS Health, Safety and Environment test (within the last two years).