Course Duration

There is no set time for the VQ achievement process to take; candidates can work towards gaining the award at their own pace.

Course Objectives

In order to complete this SVQ the candidate must be able to:

• Provide evidence of their own work proving competence in Controlling Lifting Operations:  Slinger Signaller.
• Identify hazards and follow safe systems of work, looking after own welfare.
• Demonstrate the knowledge to work productively, effectively and efficiently.
• Allow observation visits from assessor.

Units to be Achieved

• Conform to General Workplace Health, Safety and Welfare.
• Prepare Lifting Accessories for Operational Performance.
• Attach and Prepare Suspended Loads for Movement.
• Guide and Place Suspended Loads.
• Move, Handle or Store Resources (optional).

Evidenced by

• Work log books.
• Photographs/DVD.
• Work sheets and time sheets.
• Oral questioning by the assessor.
• Practical observations.
• Recorded professional discussion.
• Course certificates from previously attended related courses.
• Witness testimony from management that is verified by an assessor.
• Written question papers produced by the assessor to quantify knowledge.

Certification

SQA Certificate in Controlling Lifting Operations: Slinging/Signalling (SCQF Level 5)

Any Other Relevant Information

Upon achievement of the SVQ Level 2 and the Health, Safety and Environment Test, the candidate can apply for a CPCS Competent Operator Card on the specific category. The CPCS Competent Operator Card is valid for 5 years and is renewable.  In order to go straight to a CPCS Competent Operator Card, operatives must complete VQ and pass CSCS Health, Safety and Environment Test as well as CPCS Theory and Practical Tests.