COURSE: BANKSMAN AND SLINGER COURSE
COURSE CODE: BMS 101

COURSE DESCRIPTION
A banksman is a person who oversees the operations of cranes at a particular site and a slinger is a person responsible for securing a load to lift, pull, hoist, or move in general. Since the cranes and similar large vehicles may not be visible from the loading dock, the banksmen are there to oversee the operations of cranes at a particular site. This course is designed to provide trainees with the ability to conduct lifting operations safely with the boundaries of their roles, by providing an Introduction to Banksman & Slinger working safely. Establish Crane and Sling Safety in the Industry. Course Objectives This course is aimed to provide delegates with a brief knowledge of legislation applicable when carrying out lifts and all prior assessments relating to the risks involved along with communication and basic signals required between the banksman and crane operator. This course is a combination of theory and practical content

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

• Regulations and safety issues, Introduction to lifting roles and equipment
• Preparing for the lift, Carrying out the lift and Restoring the work area
• The Banksman’s duties, Communications and visibility
• The role of a Banksman/Slinger in a planned lift

CONTENT

• Theory
• Cargo Carrying Units (CCU) Design
• Slings and Shackles
• Supply Base Checks
• Loading and Securing Contents
• Slinging of Tubular
• Loads Requiring Special Attention
• Positioning of Loads on Vessels
• Sea Fastening •
• Positioning of Loads on Trucks
• Practical
• Planning of Lifting Operations
• Inspection of Cargo
• Handling of Cargo
• Signaling of Crane by Radio/Hand Signals
• Securing of Cargo
• Question and Answer Session

Target Audience
All offshore personnel
All Personnel

DURATION
Two Days

Methodology:
Class room session, Digital in-focus projector to display lecture slides Course manual for all participants At the end of the course, participants shall be issued certificates. Practical involving the use of crane in lifting a load and demonstration of various hand signals

Participant per Class
Minimum 6

Revalidation:
Every three years

Health:
All delegates will be asked to complete a medical questionnaire prior to course commencement.

Commencement Date:
Course scheduled on request – please contact our Training Manager on 08038873527 or visit www.workplacesafetynig.com/calendar to view our training calendar