Banksman Basic (NOGEPA 1.9A)

The training consists of a combination of theory instruction and practical exercises with a mobile crane and other lifting equipment.

Theoretical learning objectives:

• Knowledge of different cranes
• Material and equipment, including
  • fiber cables
  • fiber slings
  • steel cable
  • slings
  • DNV 2.7-1 container
  • shackles
  • necklaces
  • hoists and winches
  • lifting beams and spreaders
  • blocks
  • ROV equipment
• Recognize and inspect (unsafe) materials and equipment
• Knowledge of storage and registration of lifting equipment
• Rules and regulations
• Lifting of personnel
• Assessing risks and taking appropriate action
• Anchor operation
• Basic calculations and load
• Certification, inspection and marking
• Mass estimation
• Safe use of material

Practical learning objectives:

• Selection of the safest and most efficient materials and equipment
• Dimensions of the load
• Mass of the load
• Centre of gravity of the load
• Inspection of the equipment
• Daily maintenance of the equipment
• The use of hand and arm gestures
• Communication by VHF
• Tackling of loads
• Applying security measures to all the above activities

Participants who pass the theory and practical exam will receive a Banksman NOGEPA 1.9A certificate. Within the (petro)chemical industry in The Netherlands this certificate gives an exemption for the SOG ABvL and VVL-H certificates and can therefore be taken instead of these courses.

This training is a basic training and is meant for people who do not (or no longer) have a valid NOGEPA 1.9 (A or B) certificate.
Do you have a valid certificate, but will it expire soon? Book a NOGEPA 1.9B refresher course.

The training is given in English. On request or if only Dutch-speaking students participate, the instruction can be given in Dutch. However, the teaching material and the exam are in English.
For other languages, please contact us for a tailor-made offer.