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NPORS Slinger Signaller
Enrol your workforce in our NPORS-accredited Slinger Signaller course to ensure full compliance and operational efficiency on site. Designed for both new and experienced operatives, the programme combines practical and theoretical training aligned with current industry standards.
Course Overview
NPORS Slinger Signaller
Our NPORS-accredited Slinger Signaller course enables employers to ensure their workforce meets recognised industry standards for lifting operations. Suitable for both new operatives and experienced staff, the course delivers a blend of practical instruction and theoretical knowledge to promote safe, efficient, and compliant site practices.
Novices receive structured, tutor-led training, while experienced personnel may qualify for a reduced-duration assessment route. All participants are evaluated on their ability to operate safely and competently, perform attachment and detachment tasks, and comply with statutory and site-specific procedures.
Upon successful completion, participants are awarded an NPORS card or certificate verifying their occupational competence.
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Key Learning Outcomes
Understand the hazards of construction sites and the responsibilities of a slinger/signaller
Extract and interpret safety-critical information from drawings, specifications, lift plans and manufactures information
Identify and explain different types of lifting equipment and lifting accessories
Carry out thorough pre-use and post-use checks to manufacturer and legal requirements
Understand the procedures for placing non-serviceable items out of service, and the implications of using damaged or unsuitable equipment
Identify the roles and responsibilities of the lift team, including the appointed person and other signallers
Understand methods of establishing centres of gravity, and establish weights of loads
Attach various types of loads to lifting equipment using the relevant lifting accessories and procedures safely
Direct and guide the movement of loads to different types of locations using different methods of communication
Ensure stability of loads once landed and understand the detaching procedures for accessories from loads and lifting equipment
Carry out securing procedures including requirements for cleaning and protecting accessories when out of use
Determine and check the route of the load before and during the lift including distance clearances and landing position
Prepare an exclusion zone and identify any hazards or situations that are likely to be encountered in a lifting operation
Determine what safety control equipment/ppe should be worn/used for slinger/signaller
Ensure the designated area is suitable and safe for the lifting operation
Apply environmental best practices, including minimising emissions and managing spillages
Assessment & Certification
Upon completion of the NPORS Slinger Signaller course, delegates are required to undertake a two-part assessment to verify both theoretical knowledge and practical competence.
The theory assessment evaluates understanding of current legislation, site safety requirements, lifting operations, and environmental responsibilities.
The practical assessment measures the delegate’s ability to perform key operational tasks, including pre-use equipment inspections, directing and controlling load movements, attaching and detaching a range of loads, and completing post-lift checks and securing procedures in accordance with site and regulatory standards.
Certification Details
Successful candidates will receive an official NPORS certificate confirming their competence as a Slinger Signaller operator, valid for five years. Learners may also apply for the NPORS Operator Card, a recognised proof of qualification accepted across most UK construction sites. The card is site-ready, wallet-sized, and can display the CSCS logo if the Health, Safety & Environment (HS&E) test has been completed within the required timeframe. Refresher training is recommended prior to renewal to maintain compliance and ensure continued safe working practices.
Prerequisites
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Partner with All Star Safety to ensure your workforce is fully trained, certified, and compliant with industry standards. Our consultants work closely with employers to identify training needs, recommend the right courses, and coordinate delivery around your operational schedule.
Please complete the form below, and a member of our team will contact you to discuss your requirements, group booking options, and corporate rates.
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If conditions are unsafe (for example, due to heavy rain, snow, or high winds), training or testing may need to be postponed. We’ll work with you to reschedule the session at no extra charge where possible.