Banksman, Slinger & Rigger
The LICQual Combined Level 1 Certificate in Banksman, Slinger & Rigger provides foundational professional training in lifting operations, rigging, and workplace safety. The course enables the learner to develop essential skills and knowledge required to assist in lifting tasks, coordinate team activities, and operate lifting equipment safely and effectively. The learner gains structured understanding of Banksman, Slinger, and Rigger roles, including basic slinging techniques, communication protocols, and operational procedures.
The programme equips the learner with competence in applying health and safety regulations, inspecting equipment, and supporting lifting operations in a variety of industrial environments. The learner also develops practical skills through hands-on exercises, covering load management, signaling, and coordination during lifting tasks.
Through a combination of theoretical instruction and scenario-based training, the learner strengthens situational awareness, operational control, and teamwork skills. Upon completion, the learner demonstrates professional readiness to contribute safely and efficiently to lifting operations, laying the foundation for progression to higher-level Banksman, Slinger, and Rigger qualifications.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Combined Level 1 Certificate in Banksman, Slinger & Rigger
Total Units
6
Total Credits
12
GLH
36
Qualification #
LICQ2200207
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Combined Level 1 Certificate in Banksman, Slinger & Rigger, applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200207-1 |
Introduction to Banksman, Slinger & Rigger Roles |
2 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200207-2 |
Basic Health and Safety Regulations |
2 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200207-3 |
Communication Skills in Lifting Operations |
2 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200207-4 |
Operating Lifting Equipment and Slings |
2 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200207-5 |
Practical Application of Lifting Operations |
2 |
6 |
|
LICQ2200207-6 |
Risk Management in Lifting Operations |
2 |
6 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Introduction to Banksman, Slinger & Rigger Roles:
- Understand the key responsibilities and roles of a Banksman, Slinger, and Rigger in lifting operations.
- Identify the importance of each role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of lifting tasks.
- Demonstrate awareness of the teamwork required to execute safe and efficient lifting operations.
Basic Health and Safety Regulations:
- Recognize and apply basic health and safety regulations relevant to lifting operations.
- Identify potential hazards and the appropriate safety measures to mitigate risks in lifting environments.
- Understand the importance of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe practices in reducing accidents during lifting operations.
Communication Skills in Lifting Operations:
- Demonstrate effective communication skills required for directing lifting operations, including the use of hand signals and verbal instructions.
- Understand the significance of clear, concise communication in ensuring safe and efficient teamwork during lifting tasks.
- Apply appropriate communication strategies when working with lifting teams to avoid misunderstandings and enhance operational safety.
Operating Lifting Equipment and Slings:
- Identify and understand the different types of lifting equipment and slings used in lifting operations.
- Demonstrate the correct handling, inspection, and maintenance of lifting equipment and slings to ensure they are safe to use.
- Apply safe operating procedures when using lifting equipment and slings during practical lifting tasks.
Practical Application of Lifting Operations:
- Participate in practical lifting operations, demonstrating a basic understanding of how to safely assist with lifting and rigging tasks.
- Implement learned techniques to guide the movement and lifting of loads, ensuring the safety of all personnel involved.
- Recognize and apply safe methods for lifting and positioning loads using the correct equipment and slinging techniques.
Risk Management in Lifting Operations:
- Identify potential risks and hazards associated with lifting operations and propose strategies to manage them effectively.
- Understand the importance of conducting a basic risk assessment to minimize accidents and ensure operational safety.
- Demonstrate the ability to follow safe lifting procedures and respond appropriately to identified risks during lifting operations.
This diploma is ideal for:
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.