Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Workplace Transport Safety
Banksman Safety Training
Learn how to guide vehicle movements safely on site, prevent collisions, and communicate effectively using standard hand signals.
Duration
44 Minutes
Modules
4
Languages
English
Certificate
Instant PDF
Why This Course Matters
Reduce accidents and fatalities through safe vehicle guidance practices
Over 5,000 workplace transport accidents occur each year in the UK, many causing serious injury or death. Nearly a quarter of fatal accidents involve reversing manoeuvres. Banksmen play a vital role in preventing these incidents by guiding vehicles and mobile plant safely. This course explains the legal requirements, core responsibilities, and best practices for banksmen, helping to protect workers, visitors, and property.
Flexible, Engaging Learning for Workplace Safety
Delivered through four structured video modules, this training is ideal as an awareness or refresher course for those already trained in practical banksman operations. It complements on-the-job instruction and can be completed on desktop, tablet, or mobile devices. An instant PDF certificate is provided upon completion, supporting compliance and internal safety records.
Train Your Banksmen for Safer Worksites
Provide your team with essential knowledge to prevent accidents, ensure compliance, and improve vehicle manoeuvring safety in all work environments.
What You’ll Learn
To make your learning experience as effective as possible, we’ve carefully structured each course into bite-sized modules. You’ll see a clear overview of every module, including its duration and the key topics it addresses, so you can easily navigate your safety training journey.
Module 1: Introduction to the Banksman Role
⏱ Duration: 10 Minutes 46 Seconds- The role and responsibilities of a banksman
- Legal requirements under HSE guidance
- Workplace transport risk overview
Module 2: Vehicle Movement Hazards
⏱ Duration: 13 Minutes 56 Seconds- Common accident causes
- Risks during reversing manoeuvres
- Safe site layout and traffic flow considerations
Module 3: Communication and Hand Signals
⏱ Duration: 9 Minutes 45 Seconds- Standard banksman hand signals
- Effective communication with drivers
- Maintaining visibility and safe positioning
Module 4: Safe Working Practices
⏱ Duration: 10 Minutes 03 Seconds- Preventing collisions and near misses
- PPE requirements and situational awareness
- Working in adverse conditions
Assessment and Certification
Multi-choice questionnareAfter completing each module in a course, learners will be prompted to take a short quiz to verify understanding. Upon successful completion of all modules, participants will receive a PDF certificate, ideal for training records and workplace audits.
Who Should Attend?
Designed for Every Workplace with Vehicle Movements
Banksmen & Traffic Marshals
Understand safe guidance techniques and legal duties.
Site Supervisors & Managers
Ensure safe vehicle operations and compliance with HSE requirements.
Construction & Industrial Workers
Learn hazard awareness around workplace transport.
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TATA Chemicals
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