Use Gangway Communications Signals to Direct Ship Cargo Lifting Appliances

The person credited with this unit standard is able to use gangway signals by selecting the correct position and signal equipment according to operational requirements. They are also able to conduct continuous assessment of the lifting gear and evaluate the slinging methods to ensure safe operating practices.

Course outline

The qualifying learner is capable of:

  • recognising, interpreting and demonstrating approved gangway signals as per the South African Ports Cargo Handling Code of Practice
  • selecting position and using correct signalling equipment and applying signals according to operational requirements
  • conducting continuous assessment of lifting gear and safe slinging practices.

The above programme can be customised to suit specific organisations’ policies and procedures.

Course Information

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SafetyCloud courses

Accredited:

Yes

Unit Standard Title:

Use gangway communication signals to direct ship cargo lifting appliances.

E-Learning Price:

Not Available as E-learning

E-Learning Duration:

Not Available as E-learning
SafetyCloud courses

Credits:

4
SafetyCloud courses

SAQA ID:

242975

Professional Body:

None

CPD Points:

None

NQF Level:

3

Prerequisites:

Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 2

HUB Availability:

Online Computer HUBs available at NOSA College Centurion, Tyger Valley and Westville.

Target Groups:

• This programme is aimed at people responsible for directing the operation of the cargo lifting appliances in a ship board freight handling environment.

Receive online training delivered through video conferencing learning.

SafetyCloud courses

Accredited:

Yes

Unit Standard Title:

Use gangway communication signals to direct ship cargo lifting appliances.

Webinar Price:

Not Available as Webinar

Webinar Duration:

Not Available as Webinar
SafetyCloud courses

Credits:

4
SafetyCloud courses

SAQA ID:

242975

Professional Body:

None

CPD Points:

None

NQF Level:

3

Prerequisites:

Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 2

HUB Availability:

Online Computer HUBs available at NOSA College Centurion, Tyger Valley and Westville.

Target Groups:

• This programme is aimed at people responsible for directing the operation of the cargo lifting appliances in a ship board freight handling environment.

Book your seat at any one of our 15 NOSA Colleges throughout South Africa to experience health and safety training in the classroom guided by dedicated and experienced course facilitators.

SafetyCloud courses

Accredited:

Yes

Unit Standard Title:

Use gangway communication signals to direct ship cargo lifting appliances.
SafetyCloud courses

SAQA ID:

242975

Classroom Price:

R1 966,50 per person (Novice); R724,50 per person (Re-certification) (incl. VAT)

Classroom Duration:

2 days (novice); 1 day (recertification)
SafetyCloud courses

Credits:

4

Professional Body:

None

CPD Points:

None

NQF Level:

3

Prerequisites:

Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 2

HUB Availability:

Online Computer HUBs available at NOSA College Centurion, Tyger Valley and Westville.

Target Groups:

• This programme is aimed at people responsible for directing the operation of the cargo lifting appliances in a ship board freight handling environment.