Slinger Signaller

Content

• How to interpret oral/written information relating to the lifting characteristics of the load
• How to determine the weight of the lift (load plus lifting equipment)
• The need to determine load construction to prevent load damage
• Methods of estimating weights of loads without written information
• Identification and selection of the appropriate type of lifting accessories for the task (chains, web slings, shackles, spreader beams etc)
• Procedures for inspecting lifting accessories to see that it conforms to the statutory requirements
• Procedures for isolating lifting accessories that fail to meet the statutory requirements
• Procedures for reporting faults, to lifting equipment (cranes etc) outside the responsibilities of the slinger signaller
• Methods of protecting loads being moved from damage (use of suitable packing)
• Prevention of load being crushed by lifting accessories by use of spreader beams
• Establish an agreed method of communication between slinger and crane operator
• The need for using approved hand signals and/or the use of two way radio
• Consideration given to environmental conditions

Safe Lifting Approval Plan

• Explain the use of the safe lifting approval plan
• Explain the characteristics of a load (centre of gravity, security, type etc)
• Establish the type of crane required and the lifting capacity
• Explain the effects of weather conditions (wind, snow, ice etc)
• Explain and give understanding to the slinging arrangements (angle of slings, selection of slings, etc)
• Explain how and when to use packing and how to attach tag lines
• Explain appointed persons duties and responsibilities
• Explain the duties and responsibilities of the slinger signaller
• Explain and identify proximity hazards
• Explain the reasons for understanding where the load is being lifted from and to