Level 2 NVQ in Controlling Lifting Operations (Slinger/Signaller)

This NOCN CSkills awarded Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations - Slinger Signaller qualification enables delegates to upgrade their CPCS or NPORS-CSCS trained operator card with an NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations, certifying competence as a slinger signaller.

The qualification enables delegates to show they are a competent operator in controlling lifting operations.

Course Outline

• We assess this NVQ over two on-site assessments while the delegate is carrying out their day-to-day duties.
• Rather than producing a portfolio over time, our specifically assigned assessors gather evidence in the form of photographs, videos, method statements and professional discussions to take forward for examination.
• To pass this qualification, delegates must successfully complete and achieve all four Mandatory Units.

Course Programme

• Delegates taking this Level 2 Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations will cover knowledge, skills and practices to learn the fundamentals of lifting and slinger signalling in the construction sector.

Course Content:

• Mandatory Units - must achieve all four
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• General workplace safety competency
• Efficient workplace practices
• Guiding, positioning and placing suspended loads
• Attaching and preparing suspended loads for movement using lifting accessories in the workplace

On Completion

• Upon successfully completing this qualification, delegates will have the skills, knowledge, understanding, and competence to progress to a higher-level qualification in the same or similar occupational area.
• The awarding body is NOCN CSkills who are recognised as industry leaders in the construction industry.
• As a result of completing the NVQ Level 2 in Controlling Lifting Operations - Slinger Signaller, delegates can upskill to the Blue Competent Operator Card.

Who Should Attend?

• Any person or employee who works within construction who needs to obtain a CSCS card and a nationally recognised qualification in Slinger Signalling.
• This NVQ is also required both for red CPCS Slinger Signaller trained operator cardholders and red NPORS-CSCS Slinger Signaller trained operator cardholders in order to upgrade to the Blue Competent Operator Card.

Course Duration

• We advise between six and twelve months from induction to complete most Level 2 NVQs.
• The duration within this time depends on delegate experience, circumstances, and current work levels.