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Banksman Training

Overview

A Banksman Training course is designed to educate individuals on the essential skills and safety procedures required for guiding and directing vehicles and cranes within construction sites or any area with restricted visibility. Participants learn how to effectively communicate with equipment operators, use hand signals, and employ radio communication systems to ensure smooth and secure movement of vehicles and machinery. The course covers risk assessment, site safety regulations, and practical techniques for preventing accidents and collisions. Participants gain knowledge about the importance of clear communication, situational awareness, and hazard identification, equipping them with the expertise needed to coordinate complex maneuvers and operations in high-risk environments, thereby promoting a culture of safety within workplaces.

Objective

  • Develop Communication Skills: Learn effective verbal and hand signal communication methods for guiding vehicles and machinery.

  • Enhance Safety Awareness: Understand site safety regulations, risk assessment, and hazard identification to prevent accidents.

  • Master Equipment Coordination: Acquire skills to coordinate movements of cranes and vehicles, ensuring efficient and accident-free operations.

  • Promote Clear Signalling: Learn standardized hand signals and radio communication protocols to maintain clarity between banksman and equipment operators.

  • Improve Situational Awareness: Develop the ability to assess changing site conditions and respond proactively to potential risks.

  • Ensure Accident Prevention: Equip participants with knowledge and techniques to prevent collisions, accidents, and injuries in workplaces with restricted visibility.

Who Should Attend?

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Course Outline

1. Introduction to Banksman Role:

  • Overview of the banksman's responsibilities and importance in ensuring workplace safety.

  • Legal and regulatory requirements related to banksman duties.

 

2. Communication Skills:

  • Verbal communication techniques for clear and concise instructions.

  • Standardized hand signals for guiding vehicles and cranes.

  • Effective use of radio communication systems.

 

3. Site Safety Regulations:

  • Understanding and adherence to site-specific safety rules and regulations.

  • Familiarity with relevant industry standards and guidelines.

  • Importance of personal protective equipment (PPE) and its proper usage.

 

4. Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification:

  • Techniques for identifying potential hazards in different workplace environments.

  • Conducting risk assessments to mitigate potential risks.

  • Strategies for safe maneuvering in confined spaces and high-traffic areas.

 

5. Equipment Coordination:

  • Methods for safely guiding various types of vehicles, including trucks, forklifts, and cranes.

  • Practical training on coordinating complex maneuvers and lifts.

  • Understanding load capacities and limitations of equipment.

 

6. Situational Awareness:

  • Developing awareness of the surroundings and potential hazards.

  • Techniques for anticipating and responding to changing site conditions.

  • Emergency response protocols and procedures.

 

7. Accident Prevention and Emergency Procedures:

  • Strategies for preventing accidents, collisions, and near-misses.

  • Emergency protocols in case of accidents or equipment failures.

  • First aid basics and immediate response to injuries.

 

8. Practical Training and Assessments:

  • Hands-on exercises for applying learned techniques in real-life scenarios.

  • Assessments to evaluate participants' understanding of banksman responsibilities and skills.

  • Feedback and guidance for continuous improvement.

 

9. Review and Certification:

  • Recap of key learning points.

  • Final assessment to evaluate participants' overall understanding and proficiency.

  • Certification upon successful completion of the Banksman Training course, demonstrating competency in guiding vehicles and cranes safely.

Our Trainer

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