A40 Slinger Signaller

What is the course?

The Slinger/Signaller Course has been created to provide both practical and theoretical training for those individuals who are a slinger/signaller. The duration of the course depends on the experience level of the applicant, with a four-day course being open to those with little to no experience, a three-day course for semi experienced and two days for experienced professionals. It is the perfect course to refresh your skills as an experienced operator.

Course Content

How to establish the dimensions and weight of loads and how to communicate this correctly to crane operators
Selection of lifting tackle, how to attach and detach safely and effectively
Use of clear and unambiguous signals to direct crane operators working with various weights and dimensions
Maintenance and storage of lifting accessories and determining serviceability of each

How is the Course Taught and Assessed?

The CPCS A40 Slinger/Signaller Course is taught with a mixture of theoretical discussion in the classroom and practical exercises. Assessment is made through both practical and theory exams at the end of the course.

Who Should Take This Course?

The course is ideal for existing operators and also potential operators. It is available to those who have no formal instruction or training.

There are subtypes of courses, specific to certain types of machinery:

A40A: All Types – All Duties
A40B: All Types – Static Duties
A40C: Knuckle Boom – Static Duties Only
A40D: Excavator only
A40E: Lift truck only

What Qualification Will I Receive?

Once you have completed the course you will receive a CPCS Red Trained Operator Card (once completion of the CPCS technical Tests has been achieved) and also a CITB National Construction College Certificate.

Entry Requirements

Applicants to the slinger/signaller course must have passed a CITB Health, safety and environment (HS&E) exam within a two-year period directly before taking this course. You must also have a good understanding of both written and spoken English.

What Can I do Next?

The course is an ideal starting point for those individuals looking for a route into the lifting industry. Upon completion you may be interested in further courses in crane supervision, crawler cranes and tower cranes.

A: All Types – All Duties Senior
B: All Types – Static Duties Separate
C: Knuckle Boom – Static Duties Only
D: Excavator only
E: Lift truck only

OVERVIEW

This course is designed to give candidates the necessary practical skills to enable them to pass their CPCS A40B Practical Test.

DURATION

1 day training plus 1.5 hour time slot for practical test.

MAX NUMBER

SUITABLE FOR

This course is suitable for anyone wishing to gain knowledge in Slinging.

AIMS

To provide knowledge and understanding in the following areas:
The nature of the industry and their role and responsibility as a Slinger Signaller
Different types of lifting accessories
Conforming with the manufacturers requirements
Pre-use checks
Specialist lifting accessories
Reporting procedures
Communicating with the machine operator
Identifying the centre of gravity and weights of loads
Preparing and readying the area of operation and maintaining exclusion zones
Choosing the relevant lifting accessory
Explaining actions required for hazards including underground and overhead services
Securing and detaching various types of loads
Ensuring load balance, security and integrity
Guiding and controlling the movements of loads to different types of locations
Explaining the importance and locations of positions of safety
Using and complying with a range of communication procedures
Providing directions where the machine operator cannot observe the full path of the load
Maintaining safe working situations
Assessing and confirming the area for machine movement is suitable for maneuvering activities and contains suitable locations to undertake marshalling duties
Carry out-of-service, storing and securing proceduresAnd to pass your A40B CPCS Practical test.

PRE-REQUISITES

You must hold a Health and Safety Environment Test. This must have been passed within the last 2 years.

Candidates must also have passed their A40 theory test within the last 6 months.

You must also be physically and mentally capable of undertaking the tasks you are required to carry out.

TEACHING METHODS

Practical training and test.

ACCREDITATION OPTIONS

OUTCOME

Upon successful completion of this course, candidates will receive a red CPCS card valid for 2 years. If candidates have already completed a relevant NVQ, then they will progress straight to a blue card which is valid for 5 years.