This programme will consist of 3 days training on the machine – on completion of this training, the candidate will be issued with a “Provisional CSCS Card” and a logbook. This then allows the candidate to work, under supervision, and must log 200 hours work on the machine in a minimum of 6 months and maximum of 2 years. On completion of this work experience, the candidate must present themselves for a full test (1 day) before a full CSCS card will be issued.
Course Title
New Entrant - Slinger / Signaller Operation
Awarding body
SOLAS
Objectives
Who should attend
All trainees must be over 18 years of age and be a holder of a valid Safe Pass Card and have 3 months general on site experience.
Delegates per course
Maximum 4
Course Summary
Day 1 Theory:
– Site Induction
– Review safe operation of plant and machinery
– Introduction to the machine
Day 2 Practical
– Introduction to the machine
– Pre inspection of lifting gear and certification of both the crane and lifting gear
– Introduction to and use of hand signals
– Introduction to and use of two way radios and outlining no of lifts to be carried out
Day 3 Practical
– Continued Basic operation of the machinery
– More advanced skills in the operation of the machinery
– 1 HOUR PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT FOR EACH CANDIDATE
Course Duration
3 days
Certification
On successful completion of the 3 day course the candidate will receive a New Entrant (provisional) operators card and log book and will be eligible to gain supervised experience on site over the aforementioned period.