Slinger/Signaller Novice Course for CPCS Red Card

Course description

Candidates looking to upskill and / or improve their prospects of gaining employment will upon successful completion of end tests, including a CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test, be awarded a CPCS (Construction Plant Competence Scheme) Trained Operator Card (Red), valid for 2 years. The course will enable delegates to: - Establish the weight and dimensions of load and communicate this information to the crane operator - Select, attach and detach appropriate lifting equipment - Direct the actions of a crane moving loads by giving clear signals to ensure safety of both personnel & plant - Determine the serviceability of equipment and how to maintain and store it correctly - Have an understanding of responsibilities under current relevant legislation The courses can cover the following: - HSWA - PUWER - LOLER - Code of signals - Other current relevant regulations - Regulations, standards and exemptions - Maintenance, handling and storage - Selection of lifting equipment - Slinging methods - Regulations, standards and exemptions - How to calculate safe working loads - Effects of varying the angles of multi-leg slings - Hazards associated with crane operation and how to avoid them