CPCS A40 Slinger Signaller
Before being guided by a signaller for a pick and carry duty, what instruction should be given to
the machine operator by the signaller if they lose sight of each other? - ANS -Stop until the
signaller is back in sight of the crane operator (line of sight)
Only two legs of a 6 tonne four-leg chain sling are being used. In principle, what is the maximum
load that can be lifted with that sling? - ANS -3 tonnes
During inspections, damage has been found to a lifting accessory. What TWO actions must be
taken? - ANS -1 - Remove from service
2 - Report to lift supervisor and clearly mark as unusable
If attaching accessories to a quick-hitch coupler, give TWO reasons why the coupler should be
tilted in the downwards position (ram extended)? - ANS -1- The accessory will be failing on the
coupler
2- It would cause restrictive movement, causing bending and twisting to the accessory
How can a qualification or card benefit a slinger/signaller? - ANS -Proof of skill
What TWO things should be considered when selecting a place of refuge or safety within a
designated plant manoeuvring area? - ANS -1 - Easy access
2- Well protected (barriers and signs)
If setting up to lift loads in a pedestrianised area, state ONE factor that needs to be taken into
account by the slinger/signaller. - ANS -Barriers to prevent any overhead lifts
a) What does the date working load (SWL), as stamped on lifting accessories, indicate?
b) What action should be taken if the SWL is not marked on a lifting accessory? - ANS -a) The
maximum lifting capacity in a particular configuration
b) Accessory can't be used
During the lifting operation, part of the task cannot be carried out as detailed in the lift plan.
a) What initially must happen to the lifting operation?
b) Who authorises any changes? - ANS -a) Stop until the method statement is amended
b) Only Appointment Person (AP)
What is regarded as the danger or hazard zone during a lifting operation? - ANS -Full working
radios of the machine
a) When is a trial lift carried out?
, b) Name 4 checks to be made? - ANS -a) Every time you do a lift
b) Weight, level, fully supported, sling attached properly
On the lifting capacity diagram chart within Section A40:
a) What is the type of sling shown in item B?
b) What is type of hitch shown? - ANS -a) Flat web sling
b) Single choke hitch
The slinger has to use new lifting accessories that they are unfamiliar with. What do Regulations
(e.g. LOLER 98) and other guidance require the slinger/signaller to have? - ANS -I - Information
I - Instructions
T - Training
Travelling with extra-long loads can be more hazardous for what reason? - ANS -Loads can
turn or swing
Loads can hit buildings, machines or structures
Give TWO examples of where The Work at Height Regulations may apply to lifting operations -
ANS -1- Work off a lorry bed or trailer
2- Taken accessories of a top of load
If radios are to be used during the lifting operations, what FIVE actions and checks must be
made by the slinger/signaller before use? - ANS -1 - Know how to use
2- Battery strength
3- Correct channel
4- Agree call signs
5- Agree signals
What is meant by centre of gravity, or how is the centre of gravity determined, on a load to be
lifted? - ANS -Point of balance
State the functions or job role of the following personnel:
a) appointed person
b) crane/lifting operations supervisor
c) lifting equipment operator - ANS -a) Plans lift
b) Supervises lift
c) sets up and operates to given instructions
What possible effects does excessive rain have on the lifting operation? - ANS -Increase weight
of load
Slippery
Inpairs visibility
Creates soft ground
Before being guided by a signaller for a pick and carry duty, what instruction should be given to
the machine operator by the signaller if they lose sight of each other? - ANS -Stop until the
signaller is back in sight of the crane operator (line of sight)
Only two legs of a 6 tonne four-leg chain sling are being used. In principle, what is the maximum
load that can be lifted with that sling? - ANS -3 tonnes
During inspections, damage has been found to a lifting accessory. What TWO actions must be
taken? - ANS -1 - Remove from service
2 - Report to lift supervisor and clearly mark as unusable
If attaching accessories to a quick-hitch coupler, give TWO reasons why the coupler should be
tilted in the downwards position (ram extended)? - ANS -1- The accessory will be failing on the
coupler
2- It would cause restrictive movement, causing bending and twisting to the accessory
How can a qualification or card benefit a slinger/signaller? - ANS -Proof of skill
What TWO things should be considered when selecting a place of refuge or safety within a
designated plant manoeuvring area? - ANS -1 - Easy access
2- Well protected (barriers and signs)
If setting up to lift loads in a pedestrianised area, state ONE factor that needs to be taken into
account by the slinger/signaller. - ANS -Barriers to prevent any overhead lifts
a) What does the date working load (SWL), as stamped on lifting accessories, indicate?
b) What action should be taken if the SWL is not marked on a lifting accessory? - ANS -a) The
maximum lifting capacity in a particular configuration
b) Accessory can't be used
During the lifting operation, part of the task cannot be carried out as detailed in the lift plan.
a) What initially must happen to the lifting operation?
b) Who authorises any changes? - ANS -a) Stop until the method statement is amended
b) Only Appointment Person (AP)
What is regarded as the danger or hazard zone during a lifting operation? - ANS -Full working
radios of the machine
a) When is a trial lift carried out?
, b) Name 4 checks to be made? - ANS -a) Every time you do a lift
b) Weight, level, fully supported, sling attached properly
On the lifting capacity diagram chart within Section A40:
a) What is the type of sling shown in item B?
b) What is type of hitch shown? - ANS -a) Flat web sling
b) Single choke hitch
The slinger has to use new lifting accessories that they are unfamiliar with. What do Regulations
(e.g. LOLER 98) and other guidance require the slinger/signaller to have? - ANS -I - Information
I - Instructions
T - Training
Travelling with extra-long loads can be more hazardous for what reason? - ANS -Loads can
turn or swing
Loads can hit buildings, machines or structures
Give TWO examples of where The Work at Height Regulations may apply to lifting operations -
ANS -1- Work off a lorry bed or trailer
2- Taken accessories of a top of load
If radios are to be used during the lifting operations, what FIVE actions and checks must be
made by the slinger/signaller before use? - ANS -1 - Know how to use
2- Battery strength
3- Correct channel
4- Agree call signs
5- Agree signals
What is meant by centre of gravity, or how is the centre of gravity determined, on a load to be
lifted? - ANS -Point of balance
State the functions or job role of the following personnel:
a) appointed person
b) crane/lifting operations supervisor
c) lifting equipment operator - ANS -a) Plans lift
b) Supervises lift
c) sets up and operates to given instructions
What possible effects does excessive rain have on the lifting operation? - ANS -Increase weight
of load
Slippery
Inpairs visibility
Creates soft ground
