SA023 – Banksman Ground Support Person
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What is SA023 Banksman Ground Support Person Training?
The SA023 accreditation covers the requirements for providing Ground Support/Banksman duties for an EP or MEWP operator. It sets out the skills, knowledge and understanding to support the operator to manoeuvre an EP or a MEWP in a restricted space and working at height.
It provides learners with the skills and knowledge of the hazards and potential risks of using an EP or an MEWP. This accreditation tests learners’ knowledge, skills and understanding of dangers associated with these types of machines. The actual vehicles/machines may vary depending on the type, size and manufacture of the vehicle/machine and associated control equipment; therefore, the accreditation is generic and provides the overall safety requirements. The actual operation should be in line with the manufacture’s operator handbook, and the user should be trained to use the specific vehicle/machine.
Who is SA023 – Banksman Ground Support Person training for?
The SA023 – Banksman Ground Support Person is a one day course and provides delegates with the essential foundation in Banksman or Ground Support for Elevating Platforms (EP) and Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs). This course is suitable for those who already work in or are looking to work in a construction or utilities environment.
Banksman Ground Support Person
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1-Day course
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Smart Awards Training accredited to the National Occupational Standard (NOS)
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Gain knowledge of the hazards and potential risks of using an EP or an MEWP
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You must have a driving licence and a MEWP operator qualification
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Practical written assessment composed of multiple-choice questions
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Smart Awards Certificate valid for 3 years
Banksman Ground Support Person Learning Objectives:
- Know how to identify a safe and suitable space for the manoeuvre and identify recognised hand-signals from banksman
- Know the types of equipment used and the controls to operate the platform safely
- Know how to assist the operator to manoeuvre the machine to maintain the safety of yourself and others
- Be able to direct the operator to manoeuvre the machine safely Understand decontamination requirements
- Know the requirements to comply with the organisation’s procedures and all relevant legal, safety and operating requirements
Streetworks
Please be aware the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA) requires at least one person on site to hold a Street Works card to work on the highway.
This Smart Awards accreditation is based on a pre-requisite that any work on the highway requires appropriate Street Works accreditation to be held by an individual working on site, and that this individual is qualified to check that the planned provision of footways, traffic lanes and safety zones determined by the site survey meets with the requirements of the site location and approved procedures and practices required by the NRSWA 1991.
Some companies’ policies may vary where more than one person on site is required to hold a valid Street Works card.
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SA023 Banksman Ground Support Person Course Content
Know that clearances are necessary for the machine and are different for different activities
- How to identify a safe space that is suitable for manoeuvring the machine
- Know the types of Banksman’s signals which can be used
- Know the types of hand signals received from banksmen in restricted spaces
- Know different types of PE and MEWP machines
- Understand why the dimensions of EP and MEWP machines and their handling characteristics are important
- Understand what type of hazards can occur during manoeuvring
- Use the machine from ground level in an emergency
- Be able to observe the requirements to ensure the safety of yourself and other road users
- Know the relevant safety and legal requirements for the operation of an EP or MEWP
- Understand how to find out company emergency procedures
- Understand how to find out company procedures on reporting and any communication requirements
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Assessment and Certification
The course includes both a practical and a theory assessment.
- Practical Assessment – where you will demonstrate your knowledge of practical tasks
- Theory test which is composed of multiple-choice questions
Certification
This Smart Awards certificate is valid for 3 years, you will then need to complete the course again or attend a refresher course if available, to renew your qualification.
Entry Requirements
Operating such vehicles/machines required an individual to hold appropriate driving license as defined by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency and must hold an appropriate awarding body regulated accreditation for operating an EP/MEWP.
This qualification is available to anyone over the age of 18 years old. There are no formal entry requirements and Smart Awards will not restrict access on the grounds of prior academic attainment, age, employment, geographic location or any other grounds.
There are no barriers that restrict access or progression, thereby promoting equality. It is expected however, that learners will have a level of literacy adequate to cope with both the theory and practical assessments.
Courses That Relate to SA023
See below courses that complement ground support person training. This includes courses for signing, lighting and guarding (required training by the NRSW Act):
NRSWA O1 Signing, Lighting and Guarding
If you are undertaking works that obstruct the highway, you are required to set up signing, lighting and guarding to the standards set out in the NRSW Act (NRSWA).
IPAF Training
IPAF training offers a globally recognised and respected qualification for the operation of MEWPs.
Banksman Training
Vehicle Banksman training is designed to give you the skills and knowledge needed to safely direct and guide vehicles in different settings such as construction sites, warehouses and transportation yards.
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