NPORS Slinger Signaller (N402)
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What is the NPORS Slinger Signaller (N402) course?
The NPORS Slinger Signaller (N402) training course prepares you to guide and control lifting operations on construction and industrial sites. Suitable for both novice and experienced operators, this course supports compliance with industry regulations and NPORS safety standards. Operators learn to use lifting accessories in a safe, controlled manner without compromising on productivity—thus reducing the risk of accidents and injury on-site. Through practical and theoretical training, you will learn to identify lifting equipment and accessories, interpret manufacturer guidelines, carry out essential pre-use checks, and prepare designated areas of operation. The course also covers compliance with relevant health and safety procedures. Ultimately, the course fully prepares delegates to meet industry standards in road lifting operations, uphold best practices, and carry out safe load handling.
NPORS Slinger Signaller (N402) - Key Information
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1 Day Course
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Foundation and experienced courses available
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Theory and practical assessment
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Achieve your Red Trained Operators Card or Blue Competent Operator Card (dependent on NVQ)
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Learn how to guide and control lifting operations on construction and industrial sites
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Multiple choice theory test
What will I learn on the NPORS Slinger Signaller (N402) course?
Knowledge and skills covered on the NPORS Slinger Signaller (N402) course will include:
- Legal duties under health and safety legislation.
- Responsibilities of a slinger/signaller in lifting operations.
- Communicating load information to crane operators.
- Identifying and selecting appropriate lifting tackle.
- Attaching and detaching lifting accessories safely.
- Inspecting lifting tackle for serviceability and storing it correctly.
- Calculating safe working loads.
NPORS Slinger Signaller (N402) Course Content
Learning Objectives for the NPORS Slinger Signaller (N402) course
• Describing the nature of the industry sector and the roles and responsibilities of a Slinger/Signaller.
• Identifying and explaining the purpose, basic construction, uses, applications, characteristics, and terminology of various lifting equipment and accessories.
• Confirming manufacturer’s requirements using technical data, other information sources, and relevant regulations and legislation.
• Interpreting and extracting information from all necessary documentation.
• Undertaking pre-use inspections on non-specialist lifting accessories and identifying unserviceable items.
• Explaining procedures for placing non-serviceable items out of use.
• Identifying centres of gravity and estimating weights of loads.
• Preparing and readying the area of operation.
• Choosing the appropriate lifting accessory for each load.
• Explaining actions required to manage hazards, including underground and overhead services.
• Securing various types of loads to lifting hooks using correct accessories and procedures.
• Ensuring load balance, security, and integrity.
• Directing and guiding load movements to different locations.
• Arranging, using, and complying with communication procedures.
• Maintaining safe working conditions.
• Carrying out shutdown and securing procedures.
Assessment and Certification
The NPORS Slinger Signaller (N402) course includes a theory and practical assessment. You must pass both to achieve certification. The practical assessment involves demonstrating your ability to safely guide and control lifting operations. The assessor will observe tasks such as selecting suitable lifting accessories, securing loads, and giving clear signals, along with adherence to health and safety procedures and correct PPE use.
Upon passing, you can apply for an NPORS card. There are two options:
Red Trained Operator Card
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Valid for 2 years
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Requires a valid CITB Health, Safety & Environment (HS&E) test
Blue Competent Operator Card
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Valid for 5 years
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Requires completion of a relevant NVQ
Apply for your NPORS Card via their website once you have completed your course.
Entry Requirements
- If you are applying for the NPORS CSCS card, you will need to have completed the CITB Operatives Health, Safety and Environment test passed no more than two years before the course start date
- Good understanding of spoken and written English.
If you have any questions about the NPORS Slinger Signaller (N402) course, please get in touch.
Should I do a Foundation or Experienced NPORS course?
We realise that you may already have experience with equipment and just need a qualification to support and prove your competency to potential employers and/or contractors. On the other hand, some delegates may be completely new to construction or to a particular category of plant equipment.
We offer courses for both. If you’re experienced you can just take a condensed version of the course and the relevant tests, semi-experienced delegates may prefer a few days training before taking the tests, or you might need to be taught from scratch. Not sure which course to take? Contact our team for advice, locations, and dates.
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