NPORS Slinger Signaller (N402) - Experienced

The NPORS Slinger Signaller course is a comprehensive training program designed to equip individuals with the skills needed for safe and efficient load management using various types of lifting equipment, such as cranes and hoists.

Ideal for those looking to start a career in the lifting industry, this course certifies participants to handle and communicate effectively in operations involving the attachment of loads, signalling to crane operators, and safely navigating loads around the worksite.

Upon successful completion, participants are awarded an NPORS certification, or slinger ticket, which validates their capability to perform as a Slinger Signaller safely and effectively. This certification is recognised across key industries including construction, manufacturing, and logistics, marking a significant step for those aiming to establish themselves in these sectors.

What can I expect from the NPORS Signaller Slinger course?

The NPORS Slinger Signaller course is designed to provide participants with a thorough understanding and practical skills in a range of areas critical to effective slinging and signalling operations:

• Industry Awareness: Gain a foundational understanding of the industry, recognise the inherent dangers, and understand the responsibilities of a Slinger/Signaller.
• Compliance with Standards: Learn to adhere to manufacturers' specifications per technical data, and comply with relevant regulations and legislation.
• Equipment Knowledge: Identify and explain various types of lifting equipment and accessories, their construction, uses, applications, and functions.
• Documentation Skills: Develop the ability to interpret and extract information from all relevant documentation.
• Pre-use Checks: Perform pre-use inspections on non-specialist lifting accessories and identify items that are not serviceable.
• Safety Procedures: Learn the procedures for marking non-serviceable items out-of-service.
• Load Calculations: Understand how to identify centres of gravity and calculate the estimated weights of loads.
• Safety Zones: Set up exclusion zones, plan for emergency actions, and identify overhead hazards.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Identify and maintain appropriate PPE for use as a Slinger/Signaller.
• Load Security: Secure various types of loads to a hook using the appropriate lifting accessories and procedures to ensure balance, security, and integrity of the load.
• Load Movement: Direct and guide the movement of loads to various locations using different communication methods.
• Environmental Considerations: Recognise and address environmental considerations related to lifting operations.
• End-of-Service Procedures: Execute out-of-service and securing procedures at the end of operations.

This course equips participants with the essential skills and knowledge to operate safely and effectively as a Slinger/Signaller, ensuring readiness for a variety of workplace scenarios.

Are there any entry requirements for the NPORS Slinger Signaller course?

Please note that all applicants must provide documentation supporting their application, including evidence of having passed the CITB Health, Safety & Environment test within the two years prior to their application. Additionally, candidates are required to show proficiency in both spoken and written English to ensure they can fully participate in and benefit from the course.

To address varying levels of experience, a learner analysis is typically performed to customise the duration of the training. Novices or those with limited experience will undergo extensive training, whereas experienced operators may choose to participate in a one-day Experienced Worker Assessment (Test Only).

How is the NPORS Slinger Signaller course assessed?

The NPORS Slinger Signaller course is designed to confirm candidates' expertise in handling and signaling for lifting operations, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of relevant health and safety regulations. The assessment process includes the following components:

Theory Assessment:

• Written Exam: Learners are required to complete a written examination that tests their knowledge of slinging and signalling techniques, relevant health and safety legislation, and best practices in load management. The exam may include multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, and scenario-based questions.
• Verbal Questions: To enhance the evaluation, verbal questions may be employed to probe the learner’s understanding of specific topics or scenarios.

Practical Assessment:

• Practical Demonstration: Learners must demonstrate their ability to effectively handle and signal during lifting operations. This includes conducting pre-operational checks, applying proper lifting and signalling techniques, and ensuring safety measures are in place.
• Observation: An assessor observes the learners during practical tasks to verify that they follow correct procedures and exhibit the necessary skills and competencies.

Overall, the NPORS Slinger Signaller course provides a thorough and stringent assessment process, evaluating both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to ensure candidates are fully competent in managing and signalling lifting operations safely and efficiently.

• Existing NPORS Card Holders Without (S)NVQ:

Operators without the necessary (S)NVQ qualifications will receive a Trained Operator card, valid for two years. Within this timeframe, they are obliged to enrol in and complete the relevant (S)NVQ for the categories of plant equipment listed on their card.

• Existing NPORS Card Holders With (S)NVQ:

Operators who possess the appropriate (S)NVQ qualifications will be issued a Competent Operator card, valid for five years. They will also be provided with a CPD record/operator logbook, which serves to document their continuous professional development and operational hours in the workplace.