slinging, signalling and the movement of suspended loads

COSVR402

Slinging, signalling and the movement of suspended loads

Overview This standard is about slinging, signalling and the movement of suspended loads to guide them to an agreed destination, landing and leaving the load in a safe condition, selecting and preparing lifting accessories, components and equipment for slinging and signalling, attaching and securing loads, interpreting information, adhering to safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices This standard is for people working independently or in a team to prepare and sling loads and signal movement to operators of lifting equipment that lift, move and lower suspended loads and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers

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Performance criteriaPerformance criteria 1Interpretation of information 1.1 interpret the information relating to the lifting operation, lifting accessories, equipment and loads from the following sources:1.1.1 drawings1.1.2 specifications 1.1.3 schedules 1.1.4 risk assessments1.1.5 method statements1.1.6 lift plans1.1.7 verbal briefings 1.1.8 manufacturers' information 1.2 check the information for the lifting operation is appropriate with regard to the available resources, lifting accessories, load data and calculations in relation to: 1.2.1 weight 1.2.2 quantity 1.2.3 length 1.3 communicate with the relevant people when problems are identified with information provided Performance criteria 2Organise and work with others 2.1 organise and work with others, to check and establish how the task is to be conducted 2.2 communicate using discussions, sketches, electronic data, briefings, signalling and radio communications with the following lifting team members: 2.2.1 lift planner or appointed person2.2.2 lifting operations supervisor2.2.3 other signallers2.2.4 lifting equipment operators2.2.5 ancillary workers2.2.6 other occupations associated with the lifting operation

You must be able to:


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Performance criteria 3Safe working practices 3.1 comply with organisational procedures and official guidance 3.2 comply with the information provided to avoid risk in relation to the following:3.2.1 methods of work 3.2.2 safe use of health, safety and environmental control measures 3.2.3 safe use and storage of tools and equipment 3.2.4 safe use, storage and handling of lifting accessories3.2.5 safe use of any access equipment3.2.6 specific risks to safety, health and welfare3.2.7 specific risks to the work area and local environment Performance criteria 4Selection of resources associated with the activity 4.1 select required resources for the lifting operations including:4.1.1 lifting accessories 4.1.2 lifting aids 4.1.3 hand tools and ancillary equipment 4.1.4 signalling and communication equipment Performance criteria 5Minimise the risk of damage 5.1 comply with organisational procedures to minimise risk and prevent damage in relation to the following:5.1.1 protecting the loads, work and surrounding area from damage 5.1.2 maintaining a clear and tidy work space5.1.3 disposing of waste in accordance with organisational procedures, regulations and official guidance Performance criteria 6Meet the specification 6.1 comply with the lifting information to carry out the work efficiently and safely to the required specification in relation to the following;6.1.1 demonstrate work skills to: measure, gauge, judge, calculate, fit, fix, test, balance, interpret, assess, explain, prepare, indicate, inform,


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instruct, sign, position, adjust, configure, move, secure, signal and relay6.1.2 select, assess, maintain and use lifting accessories, lifting aids, signalling and communication equipment6.1.3 prepare lifting accessories prior to slinging6.1.4 sling and signal for the lifting and movement of suspended loads to given instructions for the following:-balanced loads -unbalanced loads-loose loads-bundled loads-containerised loads-where the operator does not have clear sight of the load6.1.5 guide, move, control and place suspended loads to agreed destinations to given working instructions using signals and verbal instructions to lifting equipment operators and other signallers where relevant6.1.6 detach lifting accessories from loads and leave in a safe state 6.1.7 reconfigure lifting accessories after detachment following placing of a load so that any component part does not foul structures or objects 6.1.8 carry out post lifting checks and storage requirements of lifting accessories Performance criteria 7Allocated time 7.1 complete the work in accordance with the programme of work activities and provide post-operation feedback to team members in relation to the following:7.1.2 completion of own work that conforms to safe working practices and required timescales to meet the needs of other occupations, customers and employers 7.1.3 relay problems encountered during the lifting operation back to relevant team members


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Knowledge and understanding

Performance criteria 1Interpretation of information K1 why organisational procedures have been developed and how they are implemented K2 the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted in relation to:2.1 drawings2.2 specifications2.3 schedules2.4 method statements2.5 risk assessments2.6 lift plans2.7 verbal briefings2.8 manufacturers' information K3 how to report and rectify inappropriate information, and how this is implemented in relation to:3.1 drawings3.2 specifications3.3 schedules3.4 method statements3.5 risk assessments3.6 lift plans3.7 verbal briefings3.8 manufacturers' information K4 the organisational procedures for identifying and rectifying problems with information within given authority and why it is important that they are followed K5 why it is important that problems with the given information, resources or methods of work must be relayed immediately to relevant people dependant on whether they are: 5.1 within own authority to rectify5.2 require organisational reporting procedures

You need to know and understand:


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Performance criteria 2Organise and work with others K6 how to communicate using discussions, sketches, electronic data, briefings, signalling and radio communications with the following lifting team members:6.1 lift planner or appointed person6.2 lifting operation supervisor 6.3 other signallers6.4 lifting equipment operators6.5 ancillary workers K7 how to organise the materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, size and the sustainability of standard and specialist:7.1 lifting accessories7.2 signalling and communication equipment 7.3 hand tools and ancillary equipment K8 the skills required to carry out the work in relation to own occupation and other occupations related to the work Performance criteria 3Safe working practices K9 the organisational procedures that are based on official guidance and approved codes of practice and how they are applied in relation to the operatives responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment in the workplace K10 how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond in relation to:10.1 fires10.2 spillages 10.3 injuries 10.4 emergencies relating to occupational activities K11 the organisational security procedures for relevant tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to:11.1 site11.2 workplace


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11.3 company11.4 operative K12 the accident reporting procedures and who is responsible for making reports K13 why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used in relation to: 13.1 collective protection measures13.2 personal protective equipment (PPE)13.3 respiratory protective equipment (RPE)13.4 local exhaust ventilation (LEV) K14 how to comply with safe and environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current organisational procedures and official guidance when dealing with potential accidents, health hazards and the environment in relation to:14.1 below ground level14.2 in confined or restricted spaces 14.3 at height 14.4 tools and equipment14.5 materials and substances 14.6 movement and storage of materials by manual handling or mechanical lifting Performance criteria 4Selection of resources associated with the activity K15 the characteristics, type, quantity, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the materials, components and equipment why they are important and how defects should be rectified in relation to:15.1 lifting accessories15.2 signalling and communication equipment15.3 hand tools and ancillary equipment K16 why the organisational procedures have been developed for the selection of resources and how they are used K17 how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with deviation from given information, incorrect use of


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resources or methods of work are reported in relation to: 17.1 own authority to rectify17.2 organisational reporting procedures K18 how to report unsuitable resources such as:materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, size and the sustainability of standard and specialist:18.1 lifting accessories18.2 signalling and communication equipment18.3 hand tools and ancillary equipment Performance criteria 5Minimise the risk of damage K19 how to protect the load and work area from damage from the following:19.1 accessories for lifting19.2 general workplace activities19.3 nearby structures 19.4 other occupations and activities19.5 adverse weather conditions K20 why and how the disposal of waste must be carried out in accordance with:20.1 environmental concerns and responsibilities20.2 organisational procedures20.3 manufacturers information20.4 statutory regulations20.5 official guidance K21 why it is important to maintain a safe, clear and tidy work area Performance criteria 6Meet the specification K22 how to comply with the given lifting operation information to carry out the work efficiently and safely to the required specification K23 how methods of work, to meet the specification, are conducted in relation to:23.1 identifying the authority, duties, authorisation requirements and


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responsibilities allocated to the role of the slinger/signaller23.2 identifying the characteristics of lifting equipment and lifting accessories23.3 identifying and interpreting valid certification for maintenance, inspection and thorough examination23.4 lifting and transferring people23.5 slinging loads including balanced, unbalanced, loose, live, bundled, containerised and loads that are blind to the equipment operator23.6 communicating using hand signals, hand signalling equipment (lights, wands, fluorescent gloves, flags) and electronic communication equipment (loud hailers, radios)23.7 confirming methods of communication23.8 recognising blind-spots, potential crush zones and other limitations to equipment operator visibility23.9 assessing the load characteristics including centre of gravity and lifting points to check the method of slinging23.10 judging distances, heights and clearances23.11 determining and checking the route of the load before and during the lift including distances, clearances and landing position23.12 selecting, handling, assessing and using (assemble, set up and adjust) lifting accessories and aids 23.13 identifying rejection criteria for removing lifting accessories from service23.14 recognising and determining when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly23.15 attaching lifting accessories and slinging loads securely 23.16 ensuring balance and stability of loads23.17 attaching and using load guidance equipment (tag lines)23.18 guiding, controlling and placing suspended loads by recognised methods of communication and agreed operational procedures23.19 landing, positioning and detaching loads safely and securely K24 how to deal with problems arising from information, resources or methods of work that are either within own authority to rectify, or require organisational reporting procedures to be followed K25 how operative-level basic care, maintenance and storage of lifting-accessories, tools, ancillary equipment, aids, signalling and communication equipment is carried out in relation to responsibilities, authorisation and limitations


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K26 how to maintain personal safety for self and others in relation to:26.1 keeping clear of moving equipment and loads 26.2 underneath slung loads26.3 crush zones26.4 edges 26.5 working at height26.6 poor lighting26.7 extreme environmental conditions including heat and cold 26.8 poor ground conditions26.9 places of limited movement26.10 confined and restricted spaces Performance criteria 7 Allocated time K27 what the programme, customer requirements, progress chart, timetable or estimated time is for the work to be carried out and why timescales should be kept whilst maintaining safe working practices K28 organisational procedures for dealing with unauthorised requests that fall outside of the lift plan or given authorised instructions, assisting with other non-related activities which will affect the work programme


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Developed by CITB

Version Number 3

Date Approved July 2021

Indicative Review Date

June 2026

Validity Current

Status Original

Originating Organisation

CITB

Original URN COSVR402

Relevant Occupations

Construction Operatives; Construction and Building Trades nec; Construction Trades

Suite Controlling Lifting Operations (Construction); Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction); Cladding Occupations (Construction); Construction and Civil Engineering Operations (Construction); Construction Diving Operations ; Drilling Operations; Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction); Formwork (Construction); Innovative/Modern Methods of Construction; Mastic Asphalt (Construction); Piling Operations (Construction); Plant Installation (Construction); Plant Operations (Construction); Removal of Hazardous and Non-hazardous Waste (Construction); Site Logistics Operations (Construction); Specialist Installation Occupations (Construction); Stonemasonry (Construction); Sub-structure Work Occupations (Construction); Super-structure Work Occupations ; Temporary Traffic Management (Construction); Thermal Insulation (Construction); Tunnelling Operations (Construction); Wood Occupations (Construction)

Radio communication; Lifting equipment; Lifting aids, Signalling and Keywords


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communication equipment; Hand signalling equipment; Lifting operations


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