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Slinger/Banksman/Signalman (Lifting & Slinging) Training Course

Master essential rigging skills with LEEA-certified Slinger training. Learn load handling, sling selection, and safe lifting practices.

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Course Title

LEEA - Slinger/Banksmen/Flagman (Lifting & Slinging)

Course Duration

2 Days

Training Delivery Method

Classroom (Instructor-Led)

Assessment Criteria

Practical Assessment and Knowledge Assessment

Service Category

Training, Assessment, and Certification Services

Service Coverage

In Tamkene Training Center or On-Site: Covering Saudi Arabia (Dammam - Khobar - Dhahran - Jubail - Riyadh - Jeddah - Tabuk - Madinah - NEOM - Qassim - Makkah - Any City in Saudi Arabia) - MENA Region

Course Average Passing Rate

98%

Post Training Reporting 

Post Training Report + Candidate(s) Training Evaluation Forms

Certificate of Successful Completion

Verifiable certification is provided upon successful completion.

Certification Provider

LEEA - UK

Certificate Validity

2 Years

Instructors Languages

English / Arabic / Urdu / Hindi

Interactive Learning Methods

2 Years

Training Services Design Methodology

ADDIE Training Design Methodology

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Course Outline

1. Introduction to Lifting Operation - Material Handling Safety

1.0 Personal Safety Practices in Rigging Operations

  • PPE & Equipment

  • Safe Manual Lifting & Carrying


1.1 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Hard hat

  • Leather work gloves

  • Safety shoes with toe guards

  • Safety goggles/glasses

  • Full-body harness and lifelines


1.2 Safe Manual Lifting & Carrying

  • Manual lifting techniques

  • Two-man carry

  • Two-man pole lift


1.3 Workshop Safety Practices

  • Good housekeeping

  • Hazard identification

  • Safety rules and signs


1.4 Field-Site Safety Practices in Rigging Operations

  • Protective equipment

  • Capacity/SWL (Safe Working Load)

  • Inspect equipment

  • Position barricades

  • Signals & instructions

  • Handling hooks

  • Beware of pinch points

  • Stay clear of electrical hazards

  • Keep loads low and slow

  • No riding on the load

  • Stay out from under the load

  • Taglines/tagline knots

  • Other rigging precautions


1.5 Slinger Roles & Responsibilities
1.6 Load Weight Identification

  • Labels & identification plates

  • Manuals

  • Shipping or transportation papers

  • Informed personnel

  • Verifying load weight


2. Rigging The Load

2.1 Connecting Equipment

  • Shackles

  • Eyebolts

  • Hooks

  • Wire rope clips

  • Spreader and lifting beams

  • Beam clamps

  • Plate clamps


2.2 Adjusting Equipment

  • Turnbuckles


2.3 Slings - Basic Types

  • Endless slings

  • Single-leg slings (mechanical splice)


2.4 Slings

  • Wire rope slings

  • Belt slings (synthetic fiber)

  • Chains


2.5 Chafing Gear or Softeners

2.6 Basic Hitches

  • Single vertical hitch

  • Bridle hitch

  • Basket hitch

  • Choker hitch


2.7 Factors to Consider in Selecting Hitches

  • Load (weight, balance, clearance)

  • Hitch selection


2.8 Calculate Arrangement Capacity

  • Sling material

  • Hitch arrangement calculations

  • Sling angles

  • Adjustment of sling capacities

  • Determining equipment sizes


2.9 Determine Appropriate Sling Size for Hitch Arrangements

  • Single vertical hitch

  • Double basket hitch

  • 2-leg bridle hitch

  • 2-leg choker hitch


3. Basic Crane Operation & Load Transport Securement


3.1 State the Use of Hand Signals

  • Duties of the signalman

  • Recommended practices

  • Duties of the banksman

  • Crane hand signals


3.2 Identify Crane Types and Their Major Components

  • Overhead cranes

  • Boom cranes (jib cranes, crawler mobile cranes, automotive mobile cranes)


3.3 Requirements for Transporting Load on Public Roads & Highways

  • Load dimension

  • Load weight

  • Load placement

  • Oversize load

  • Vehicle loading capacity

  • Securing loads

  • Banksman hand signals


3.4 Lifting Loaded Containers

  • Top lift spreader method

  • Top lift sling method

  • Bottom lift sling method


3.5 Container Inspection

  • Key points from the checklist for closed and open containers

Targeted Audience

  • Slingers, banksmen, signalmen, and crane operators.

  • Teams involved in lifting operations across construction, oil and gas, and manufacturing sectors.

  • Organizations prioritizing safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance in lifting operations.

Knowledge Assessment

  • Technical quizzes on slinging principles including (multiple-choice questions on equipment, matching exercise for hand signals, and scenario-based problems)

  • Problem-solving exercises on load calculation including (determining sling tensions, evaluating slinging configurations, and identifying appropriate equipment)

  • Scenario-based assessments on safety including (analyzing hazardous conditions, selecting appropriate controls, and identifying procedural errors)

  • Regulation compliance testing including (standard requirements identification, procedural verification, and safety rule application)

Key Learning Objectives

  • Understand the roles and responsibilities of a Slinger/Banksman/Signalman in lifting operations.

  • Select and inspect appropriate rigging equipment, including slings, shackles, and hooks.

  • Perform safe load preparation and securement to prevent accidents during lifts.

  • Master standard hand signals and communication protocols for crane operations.

  • Identify and mitigate hazards associated with lifting and slinging operations.

Course Overview

This LEEA - Slinger/Banksman/Signalman (Lifting & Slinging) Training Course provides foundational knowledge and practical skills to safely and effectively perform lifting and slinging operations. Aligned with Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) standards, OSHA guidelines , Aramco GI's requirements, and industry best practices, the program focuses on the roles and responsibilities of slingers, banksmen, and signalmen in ensuring safe and efficient crane and lifting operations. 


Participants will gain expertise in load preparation, sling selection, hand signaling, and communication protocols to minimize risks during lifting activities.


Practical Assessment

  • Equipment inspection demonstration including (defect identification, evaluation techniques, and documentation)

  • Slinging configuration practical including (hitches selection, hardware application, and load security)

  • Communication demonstration including (hand signal usage, verbal communication effectiveness, and signal interpretation)

  • Basic lift execution including (planning implementation, safe procedures, and team coordination)

  • Load control demonstration including (tag line usage, positioning techniques, and placement accuracy)

Why Choose This Course?

  • Technical Depth: Covers LEEA standards, OSHA guidelines, Aramco GI's requirements, and advanced rigging techniques.

  • Real-World Relevance: Case studies from construction sites, industrial plants, and global projects.

  • Expert-Led: Instructors with extensive experience in lifting and slinging operations.

  • Practical Focus: Hands-on exercises, equipment inspections, and emergency response drills.

  • Customizable: Adapts to land-based, offshore, and industrial lifting scenarios.

Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.

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