CPCS Slinger Signaller Operations 3

Question 1

Under LOLER 1998, how frequently must lifting equipment used to lift persons be thoroughly examined?

Accepted Answer

Every 6 months or in accordance with an examination scheme

Answer

Every 12 months

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Every 3 years

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Only when a defect is suspected

Question 2

Which legislation requires that all lifting accessories are regularly thoroughly examined and records kept?

Accepted Answer

LOLER 1998

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PUWER 1998

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CDM 2015

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RIDDOR 2013

Question 3

What should a slinger/signaller do immediately if they lose communication with the crane operator mid-lift?

Accepted Answer

Signal the operator to stop and do not resume until communication is fully restored

Answer

Continue the lift using hand signals only and hope the operator sees them

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Use a mobile phone while directing the lift simultaneously

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Lower the load as quickly as possible without any signal

Question 4

What is the purpose of an exclusion zone during a lifting operation?

Accepted Answer

To restrict access beneath and around suspended loads, protecting persons from falling load risk

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To mark where the crane must park after the lift

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To indicate where slings should be stored

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To define the area where the slinger must stand at all times

Question 5

Under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, what general duty does a slinger/signaller have as an employee?

Accepted Answer

To take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions

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To purchase and maintain all their own PPE at their own cost

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To report all incidents directly to the HSE without informing their employer first

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To carry out any instruction given by management without question

Question 6

During a lift, the load begins to swing uncontrollably. What is the safest immediate action for the slinger/signaller?

Accepted Answer

Move clear of the load's swing path and signal the operator to stop immediately

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Attempt to control the swing by grabbing the load with their hands

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Signal the operator to continue the lift faster to overcome the swing

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Stand directly beneath the load to judge the extent of the swing

Question 7

Which document provides the written authority for a lifting operation to proceed, detailing the method, equipment, personnel and hazards?

Accepted Answer

A lifting plan or method statement

Answer

A COSHH assessment

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A toolbox talk record

Answer

A site induction form