Banksman and Slinger

About the Course

Course Goal: This course aims to give an overview of the roles of the Banksman and Slinger

Target Audience: All relevant personnel

Learning Objectives:

LO1 Give an overview of the role of the Banksman and Slinger in lifting operations used in the Oil and Gas Industry

LO2 Describe the role of the Banksman

LO3 Describe the role of the Slinger

LO4 Outline the main hazards associated with lifting and rigging

LO5 Describe the hand signals commonly used in lifting operations

LO6 Describe the importance of a Tool Box Talk

LO7 Describe rigging selection

LO8 Outline pre-lift checks

LO9 Describe the safe execution of the lift