Traffic Marshal

(Banksman)

Requirements

Learners must be 16+ and bring along valid ID (Passport, Driving license or ID card) along with National Insurance and Proof of Address.

What is Banksman?

Traffic Marshal (Banksman) are operatives trained to direct vehicle movement on or around the site.

Course Objectives

• Health and safety.

• Construction law, regarding traffic management.

• Who should be allowed on site.

• Safety of vehicle access.

• Hazard analysis.

• Risk management for directing vehicles.

• Identifying dangerous manoeuvres (reversing).

• Safeguarding pedestrians and other staff where vehicles may be reversing.

• Demonstrating the code of hand signals recommended by the HSE.

• Legal obligations and responsibilities of employers and their employees.

• Safety signs.

• Accident prevention.

• How to plan the use of vehicles.

2 Ways Assessment

Practical Assessment:

Individuals will demonstrate the correct knowledge for directing a vehicle

Theoretical Assessment:

Understanding the roles of both the Driver and the Banksman.

Following a multi-choice question paper at the end of the course.

Learners will be made aware of the Current Legislation (Safety signs & signals Regulations 1996).