Slinging and Lifting - Basic

Course Description

This course provides seafarers involved in lifting operations with knowledge and practical skills; specifically, slinging, signaling and general rigging operations. The course aims to ensure that seafarers can carry out safe and effective slinging and lifting operations including non-cargo loose lifting gear.

Course Content

On successful completion of the course, delegates will be able to:

  • Select and use of correct wire rope, Man-made fibre and webbing slings
  • Interpret ‘Safe Working Load’ (SWL) or ‘Workload Limit’ (WLL) charts
  • Identify and observe markings on the lifting gear
  • Sling and moving loads correctly and safely
  • Use proper hand signals and work with crane operators
  • Calculate load mass (weight)
  • Inspection of lifting gear
  • Maintenance and storage of lifting gear
  • Conduct pre-operation briefings and risk assessments
  • Apply Behaviour Based Safety during lifting operations
Entry Standards

Open to all personnel involved in lifting operations on board, primarily for those who will take responsibility for carrying out rigging work.

Facilities

Classroom, practical lifting areas

Teaching Method

Classroom lectures, practical exercises, videos, completion of BBS observations

Guidelines

LOLER, COSWP (Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seamen)

Course Duration

3 days.

Assessment

Theoretical exam and practical evaluation.

Certification

Attendance certificate upon successful completion of tests and exercises.

Venue

This course is regularly offered by our Maritime Training Centres.

If you are a BSM seafarer, please contact your local Crew Service Centre (CSC) to learn about the next available course dates.

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