Banksman Skills Course
Are you working in a role that involves directing the movement of Large Goods Vehicles in confined spaces or working yards? If so, the Banksman Course training is tailor-made for you. In this comprehensive course you will acquire practical techniques to assist drivers with reversing manoeuvres ensuring safety and efficiency in the workplace.
Delivery Methods:
Face-to-face classroom in-house
Duration:
Half day or one day
What does the Banksman Skills Course cover?
The Banksman Skills course equips you with essential knowledge and skills to excel in your role. The key components covered are:
Assessing risks: Understanding and assessing risks is fundamental in maintaining a safe working environment. The course will guide you through assessing risks associated with vehicle movement, helping you identify potential hazards
Controlling risks: Knowing how to control and mitigate risks is equally important. You will gain insights into effective risk control measures, reducing the likelihood of accidents involving vehicles at work
Identifying legal and safety requirements: One of the core aspects of the course is identifying and explaining key legal health and safety requirements. You will gain an in-depth understanding of the regulations that govern vehicle movement ensuring compliance with the law
Dynamic risk assessment: The ability to conduct dynamic risk assessments is a crucial skill. You will learn how to assess risks on the spot, enhancing your capacity to manage potentially hazardous situations effectively
Hand signals: Hand signals play a pivotal role in directing the movement of vehicles. This course will teach you the standardised hand signals defined by the Health & Safety Executive, ensuring clear and consistent communication.
Upon successfully finishing this course you will be able to:
Legal - Health and safety knowledge:
You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the key legal health and safety requirements relevant to directing the movement of Large Goods Vehicles. This knowledge is crucial for ensuring workplace compliance and safety.
Dynamic risk assessment:
You will develop the ability to conduct dynamic risk assessments. This skill is essential for evaluating and mitigating risks associated with vehicle movements. enhancing safety in confined spaces and working yards.
Accident reduction:
You will gain the skills necessary to contribute to the reduction of accidents and associated costs related to reversing vehicles. Your training will help create a safer work environment.
Guiding vehicles in confined spaces:
Implementing safer driving practices will lead to cost reduction, benefiting both individuals and organisations.
Benefits of the course:
For employers
- Legal responsibility: Understand the legal responsibilities of the employer for the movement of vehicles, ensuring full compliance with regulations
- Reduced accidents: Gain peace of mind knowing that the training can reduce the number and cost of accidents caused by reversing vehicles, potentially saving your business reputation
- Flexible learning: Enjoy the flexibility of choosing the course time and location, making it convenient for your business and employees
- Efficient learning: This one-day course efficiently covers both theoretical and practical elements, minimising the time your employees spend away from the workplace
- Certified Banksmen: Have your staff trained and certified, demonstrating your organisation's commitment to workplace health & safety.
For delegates
- Accident understanding: Gain an understanding of the causes of accidents involving vehicles at work, enhancing your awareness and safety in the workplace
- Banksman responsibilities: Learn about your responsibilities as a Banksman, ensuring you can effectively direct vehicle movements
- Risk management: Understand the risks and control measures involved in the movement of vehicles, making you a valuable asset in maintaining safety
- Effective guidance: Develop the skills to guide Large Goods Vehicles in confined spaces in line with legal and best practice requirements, ensuring safe operations
- Recognised qualification: Upon completion receive a qualification from a globally recognised provider of health and safety, enhancing your credentials and employability.
For employers
- Legal responsibility: Understand the legal responsibilities of the employer for the movement of vehicles, ensuring full compliance with regulations
- Reduced accidents: Gain peace of mind knowing that the training can reduce the number and cost of accidents caused by reversing vehicles, potentially saving your business reputation
- Flexible learning: Enjoy the flexibility of choosing the course time and location, making it convenient for your business and employees
- Efficient learning: This one-day course efficiently covers both theoretical and practical elements, minimising the time your employees spend away from the workplace
- Certified Banksmen: Have your staff trained and certified, demonstrating your organisation's commitment to workplace health & safety.
For delegates
- Accident understanding: Gain an understanding of the causes of accidents involving vehicles at work, enhancing your awareness and safety in the workplace
- Banksman responsibilities: Learn about your responsibilities as a Banksman, ensuring you can effectively direct vehicle movements
- Risk management: Understand the risks and control measures involved in the movement of vehicles, making you a valuable asset in maintaining safety
- Effective guidance: Develop the skills to guide Large Goods Vehicles in confined spaces in line with legal and best practice requirements, ensuring safe operations
- Recognised qualification: Upon completion receive a qualification from a globally recognised provider of health and safety, enhancing your credentials and employability.
This course is tailored to meet your needs if:
The Banksman Skills course is tailored to meet your needs if:
✓ Role involving vehicle direction: If you work in a role that involves directing the movement of Large Goods Vehicles this course is designed for you. Gain the expertise needed to ensure the safe navigation of these vehicles in various workplace settings
✓ Knowledge and skill enhancement: If you want to enhance your knowledge and skills related to banksman responsibilities this course is a valuable choice. It will empower you with the practical techniques and understanding required to excel in this critical role
✓ Commitment to workplace safety: If you are committed to workplace health and safety and wish to contribute to a safer working environment this course aligns with your goals. It will equip you with the tools and knowledge to proactively enhance safety and minimise risks in your workplace.
Why choose the Banksman Skills course?
Regulatory compliance
Employees will be well-versed in regulatory requirements, helping businesses to comply with laws and standards
Accident reduction:
Training could help minimise the risk of workplace accidents, saving your business time and protecting your reputation
Enhanced workplace safety:
Peace of mind for employers that staff can contribute to a safer and more secure working environment
Indispensible skills for delegates:
Delegates will acquire valuable skills and knowledge, making them indispensable in their roles and enhancing career prospects
Personal and professional growth:
The courses supports personal and professional growth of employees, making them more effective in their role.
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