OPITO Banksman & Slinger Competence Reassessment (Previously Stage 4)
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- Lifting Operations
Summary
The course will: assess candidates on their ability to bank a crane using hand and radio signals, to carry out correct slinging of different types of loads, and to demonstrate the ability to work safely with cranes. The assessment is a mix of theoretical and practical sessions, during which candidates will be required to demonstrate their level of knowledge and understanding.
Objectives
By the end of this assessment candidates will have demonstrated their:
- Knowledge of the relevant regulations pertaining to lifting operations
- Ability to inspect and assess loads in terms of their weight, centre of gravity and security
- Ability to carry out pre-use inspections on equipment to ensure safe lifting
- Knowledge and ability to correctly inspect containers and half heights, and understand the correct stowage and securing methods
- Ability to prepare and sling loads, and to direct and control the movement and placing of loads
- Knowledge of the safety precautions to be taken whilst working with cranes.
Target Audience
All personnel who are involved in banking and slinging offshore and have previous experience.
Prerequisites
In order to complete an OPITO Banksman & Slinger Competence Reassessment, delegates must have:
- Successfully completed the OPITO Banksman & Slinger Assessment or Reassessment (old Stage 3 or 4) and hold a valid and in-date certificate
- Successfully completed the OPITO Banksman & Slinger Workplace Experience Logbook
IMPORTANT NOTE: The OPITO Banksman & Slinger standards were recently updated. For more information on the new route to competence please download our handy OPITO Banksman & Slinger Helpsheet >>
Award
An OPITO approved certificate will be issued upon course completion.
Revalidation
The course must be revalidated every 2 years.
Delegates should bring
- Government Issued Photographic ID eg Driver Licence or Passport
- £1.00 coin for locker
- Wet Weather Gear & set of dry clothing
- Safety Glasses or Goggles if prescribed
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