New Entrant Training Programme for Slinger/Signaller

Duration: 3 days
Certification: Following this 3 day programme A FAS Logbook will be issued to each participant on this course. A Training Card will be issued to each participant direct from FAS.

Course Objective:

The aim of this training programme is to introduce the Learners to the programme and to encourage them to develop a positive attitude towards training, safety, health and hygiene while working as Plant Operators in the construction industry.

Candidate Requirement:

Candidates for this programme must have at least three months general construction experience. Candidates must also possess the FÁS Safe Pass Registration Card. Candidates must be over 18 Years of Age.

Course Content:

The Programme will consist of classroom sessions of underpinning knowledge relating to Slinger/Signaller, and operations of Slinger/Signaller.

• Induction
• Induction to the Programme
• Safety and Hygiene
  
• Slinger/Signaller Responsibility
• Principles of Slinger/Signaller Operations
• Induction to cranes and lifting appliances
• Pre operation checks
• Signalling Operations
• Lifting and placing loads

On completion of this programme there are certain tasks within the logbook which must be completed. You are required to spend a minimum of six months operating as a Slinger/Signaller within a two year timeframe before you can apply for your CSCS Card. Once the log book is completed you must attend an additional 1 Day Assessment in order to receive your experienced ticked which is valid for 5 years.