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Risk Assessment Description:

This banksman and slinger safety checklist template assists construction site supervisors in managing vehicle movements and crane lifts safely. It ensures that trained personnel are competent, visible, and communicating effectively, while confirming that all required documentation, equipment, and site conditions meet legal standards.

The checklist supports compliance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and the Health and Safety (Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996. It also aligns with HSE guidance on banksmen and signallers.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre‑use checks – verify training, documentation, visibility and communication before any vehicle or lift operation.
  • In‑process monitoring – confirm ongoing compliance with signals, exclusion zones, equipment condition and weather.
  • Completion sign‑off – ensure the area is clear, hazards removed and the operation recorded.

Each item is answered Yes, No or N/A – any No answer must be resolved before work proceeds.

Fully editable and shareable – customise the questions to your site, download as a PDF and share with your team.

This tool helps you demonstrate duty of care under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 by providing a clear, step‑by‑step verification of banksman and slinger responsibilities.

Compliant with: Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015; Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999; Health and Safety (Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996.

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Checks covered in this Banksman and Slinger Pre-Use and Operational Checks checklist

This Banksman and Slinger Pre-Use and Operational Checks safety checklist template covers 29 checks. Customise the questions to your workplace, then download a professional, print-ready PDF with Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and a comments space.

#Checklist item
1Has a risk assessment for the banksman/slinger duties been completed and briefed to all operatives?
2Is a signed lift plan and method statement available for the operation?
3Is a signed permit for vehicle movement or crane operation displayed on site?
4Is the banksman authorised and trained to direct vehicle movements on site?
5Is the slinger trained and competent to direct crane lifts?
6Is the banksman medically fit and not impaired (e.g., no alcohol or drugs) for the task?
7Is the slinger medically fit and not impaired for the task?
8Is the banksman wearing high‑visibility clothing and a reflective vest?
9Is the slinger wearing high‑visibility clothing and a reflective vest?
10Have standard hand/arm signals been agreed and displayed for the operation?
11Is a current crane inspection certificate and test record available and valid?
12Is the load rigged correctly with appropriate slinging configuration and stable?
13Is the load weight within the crane’s rated capacity and documented on the lift plan?
14Are the crane’s safety devices (over‑travel limiter, load moment indicator) functional and set correctly?
15Is the ground condition suitable and stable for the crane and vehicle operation?
16Are weather conditions suitable for the lift and documented (e.g., wind speed, rain)?
17Is the banksman positioned where they have an unobstructed view of the vehicle and site?
18Is the slinger positioned with a clear line of sight to the load and crane?
19Is an exclusion zone established and clearly marked around the vehicle or lift area?
20Are signage and barriers displayed to demarcate the exclusion zone?
21Are all communications between the operator and banksman/slinger confirmed before movement starts?
22Are the slinging accessories (slings, hooks, shackles) inspected for damage and rated for the load?
23Are pedestrians and other site workers kept clear of the exclusion zone?
24Is appropriate PPE (hard hat, safety boots, gloves, eye protection) worn by the banksman and slinger?
25Are emergency stop procedures communicated and accessible to the banksman/slinger?
26Has a rescue plan for a load drop or vehicle incident been prepared and communicated?
27Is a first‑aid qualified person available on site for the operation?
28Is the area after the operation inspected for hazards before the site is cleared?
29Are any hazardous substances used during the operation?

Frequently asked questions

Are these safety checklist templates really free to download?

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What format do the safety checklists download in?

Checklists download as a professional PDF, ready to print and complete on-site — each question has clear Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and a comments space. You choose portrait or landscape at download. Word and spreadsheet formats are being added.

Can I customise the checklist questions to my workplace?

Yes — fully. Add your own questions, edit or remove any of the pre-written ones, and reorder them to suit your site, task or inspection before you download.

Are the safety checklists suitable for UK workplaces?

Yes. The checklists are written around UK health and safety good practice and HSE guidance, and are suitable for inspections, audits, toolbox checks and routine workplace monitoring.

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How do I complete the checklist once it is downloaded?

The exported checklist is a blank, ready-to-use document: print it and tick Yes, No or N/A against each question and write any comments in the notes space, then sign and date it in the sign-off section.

What types of safety checklist can I create?

We are building specialist checklists across a wide range of subjects and industries — fire safety, workplace inspections, equipment and machinery checks, site inductions, vehicle checks, PPE, first aid and more. Browse by category to find the right one.

How often should safety checklists be completed?

It depends on the activity and your risk assessment — many checks are daily, weekly or monthly, while others are done before each task or shift. Completed, dated checklists provide a useful record of your monitoring.

Are the checklists a substitute for a risk assessment?

No. A checklist is a monitoring and inspection tool that complements your risk assessments and method statements — it helps confirm that controls are in place and working. Use them alongside your risk assessments.

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