Health and Safety Questionnaire for Lifting and Slinging Teams

Health and Safety Questionnaire for Lifting and Slinging Teams

Our Health and Safety Questionnaire for Lifting and Slinging Teams is designed to assess the knowledge and understanding of workers involved in lifting operations on-site. This questionnaire ensures that team members are fully aware of safety protocols, lifting plans, and equipment regulations, ensuring safe and compliant operations.

Who They Are

Lifting and Slinging Teams are responsible for the safe execution of lifting tasks on construction sites. They play a critical role in moving heavy loads, ensuring both equipment and personnel are safe during operations.

Common Roles

• Lift Supervisor
• Slinger/Signaller (Rigger)
• Crane Operator

Health and Safety Focus

• Lifting Plans: Understanding and implementing detailed lifting plans, ensuring all steps are followed for safe load handling and movement.
• Equipment Inspections: Conducting pre-use checks and regular inspections of lifting equipment, including cranes, slings, and other rigging gear, to ensure they are in safe working condition.
• Signalling and Communication: Using correct hand signals and radio communication methods to coordinate lifting operations, ensuring clear and effective communication between team members.
• Load Safety: Ensuring that loads are correctly secured, balanced, and within the equipment’s safe working load (SWL) limits, reducing the risk of accidents.
• Compliance with Regulations: Adhering to the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) and the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) to ensure legal compliance and safe operations.

This questionnaire helps ensure that all members of the Lifting and Slinging Teams are knowledgeable about the regulations, safety procedures, and best practices needed for safe lifting operations on construction sites.