Introduction

One of the most vital roles on-site is the slinger signaller. Requiring competence, diligence, and acute concentration as the eyes and ears of the crane operator, they work alongside lifting teams to provide safe direction and supervision while ensuring the safety of any other workers or site visitors in the area.

This NOCN CSkills awarded Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations - Slinger Signaller qualification enables delegates to upgrade their CPCS or NPORS-CSCS trained operator card with an NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations, certifying competence as a slinger signaller.

The qualification enables delegates to show they are a competent operator in controlling lifting operations.

Course Outline

We assess this NVQ over two on-site assessments while the delegate is carrying out their day-to-day duties. Rather than producing a portfolio over time, our specifically assigned assessors gather evidence in the form of photographs, videos, method statements and professional discussions to take forward for examination.

To pass this qualification, delegates must successfully complete and achieve all four Mandatory Units.

Course Programme

Delegates taking this Level 2 Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations will cover knowledge, skills and practices to learn the fundamentals of lifting and slinger signalling in the construction sector.

Course Content:

Mandatory Units - must achieve all four

General workplace safety competency
Efficient workplace practices
Guiding, positioning and placing suspended loads
Attaching and preparing suspended loads for movement using lifting accessories in the workplace

On Completion

Upon successfully completing this qualification, delegates will have the skills, knowledge, understanding, and competence to progress to a higher-level qualification in the same or similar occupational area.

The awarding body is NOCN CSkills who are recognised as industry leaders in the construction industry. As a result of completing the NVQ Level 2 in Controlling Lifting Operations - Slinger Signaller, delegates can upskill to the Blue Competent Operator Card.

Who Should Attend?

Any person or employee who works within construction who needs to obtain a CSCS card and a nationally recognised qualification in Slinger Signalling. This NVQ is also required both for red CPCS Slinger Signaller trained operator cardholders and red NPORS-CSCS Slinger Signaller trained operator cardholders in order to upgrade to the Blue Competent Operator Card.

Course Duration

We advise between six and twelve months from induction to complete most Level 2 NVQs. The duration within this time depends on delegate experience, circumstances, and current work levels.

Why Citrus?

Quality and the customer experience are paramount to us here at Citrus. We provide exemplary service to our clients and produce excellent results from our delegates. As a result, we are the leading UK-based provider of health, safety, and technical training and assessment services to the Built Environment and Utility sectors, proudly working with 85 of the country’s top 100 building services companies to provide courses nationwide. 

Take an NVQ with Citrus Training, and delegates are allocated a dedicated Assessor whose role is to communicate with and support delegates throughout their NVQ. They do this through a mixture of face-to-face meetings, online meetings, and an e-portfolio system. 

Our assessors are fully qualified and occupationally experienced from construction backgrounds to deliver Operation NVQ qualifications within Construction. They travel nationwide to provide the necessary support that our delegates need.

Working closely with our in-house support teams, among the largest in the UK, we provide a tailored mix of training, consultancy, and technical services. The result is comprehensive, high-quality training leaving delegates confident to do their job and our business customers satisfied with an excellent customer experience.

Things You Need to Know

The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations - Slinger Signaller qualification is designed to occur in a real workplace environment, which means delegates must be employed to take this qualification. 

All delegates must have completed an Operative’s Health and Safety touch screen test within the past two years before taking this course. Once they are registered, we will apply for a one-year CPCS/NPORS Card extension. An additional fee for the card will be charged.   

Delegates must inform their trainer before starting the course about any special considerations, medication or physical restrictions that may cause difficulties in any part of the training.

A CITB grant is available for companies registered with the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB). Enquire to learn more about funding options.

If you are a CITB Levy payer, you can claim a CITB Grant for this course. Once you have booked please contact us with your CITB number and we can assist you in claiming the funds.