Banksman & Slinger Course (BMSC)

Duration: 3 Days
Maximum Intake: Minimum 4
Prerequisites: None

Overview

This course develops essential knowledge and practical awareness required to safely perform banksman and slinger duties during offshore and marine lifting operations. The programme emphasizes hazard recognition, lift planning, communication, and correct use of lifting equipment in accordance with industry best practices.

Course Objectives

• Understand hazards and risks associated with lifting operations
• Learn principles of lift planning and load control
• Apply correct hand and radio communication signals
• Perform safe slinging and load handling techniques
• Understand legal and procedural responsibilities of banksman/slinger

Course Content / Key Topics

• Lifting hazards and unsafe practices
• Lift planning and risk assessment
• Crane basics and lifting terminology
• Hand and radio communication signals
• Safe slinging methods and equipment care
• Roles, responsibilities, and legislation

Training Methodology

• Classroom instruction
• Practical demonstrations and exercises

Who Should Attend

• Offshore banksmen and slingers

Deck crew involved in lifting operations