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ASMI is collaborating with the
Ministry of Manpower on the
Marine Manpower Connect
Scheme, a six-month job
matching programme for the
marine and offshore industry.
Click here to find out more
about the scheme.  §         Signalmen Course – 1 day (8 hours)
 
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Training Information
SIGNALMEN COURSE AND RIGGERS COURSE
 
Course Objectives
To train candidates to effectively perform the roles of signalmen and riggers in the
marine industries.
For Whom
Workers who are involved in lifting operations using mobile or tower cranes.
 
Course Contents
 
(a)     Signalmen Course
§         Legal Requirements for Lifting Operation
§         Role and Responsibilities of a Signalmen
§         Ensuring Safe Lifting Operation
§         Slinging Methods for Lifting Opereation
§         3-Steps Lifting & Lowering Method
§         Standard Hand & Verbal Signals
§         Do’s and Don’ts
§         Signalling for Hoist, Lowering, Slew, Jib, Travelling and Stop
Operations (Practical)
 
(b)     Riggers Course
§         Roles and Responsibilities of a Rigger
§         Use, Handling and Maintenance of Wire Rope Sling
§         Inspection & Examination of Chain Slings
§         Methods of Slinging§         Safety Factor and Centre of Gravity
§         Estimating Loads
§         Lifting Procedures
§         Accident Case Studies
§         Lifting of Pipes, Valve, Skip Motor and Propeller (Practical)
§         Tying of Clove Hitch Knot and Bow Line (Practical)
 
Course Structure and Duration
 
Theory and Practical sessions, followed by Theory and Practical examinations
§         Riggers Course – 3 days (24 hours)
Course Fees
§         Signalmen Course
      ASMI Members - $130.00 per participant ($139.10 with GST)
      Non-ASMI Members - $165.00 per participant ($176.55 with GST)
§         Riggers Course
      ASMI Members - $360.00 per participant ($385.20 with GST)
      Non-ASMI Members - $420.00 per participant ($449.40 with GST)
Entry Requirements
The following requirements apply to both Signalmen and Riggers courses:
§         Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents or holders of valid Work
Permits
§         Able to read and write English
§         Medically fit
§         Company-sponsored
Note:
§         Signalmen will only be required to attend the Signalmen course.
§         Riggers are required to attend both the Signalmen and Riggers courses.
§         The Signalmen course is a pre-requisite for the Riggers course.
Course Venues - Approved Training Centres (ATCs)
Jurong Shipyard                                                            
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29 Tanjong Kling
Road                                                                                               
Tel: 6262 7546            Fax: 6261 0738                             
 
Keppel FELS                                                                 
31 Shipyard Road
Tel: 6267 6596            Fax: 6861 9422                                                     
 
Keppel Shipyard (Tuas)                                                  
51 Pioneer Sector 1                                                                
Tel: 6558 8804            Fax: 6861 9400                            
 
Drydocks World Singapore Pte Ltd
33 Tuas Crescent
Tel: 6869 7345            Fax: 6861 2668
 
Sembawang Shipyard
Admiralty Road West
Tel: 6750 6216            Fax: 6750 6112
 
Singapore Technologies Marine
7 Benoi Road
Tel: 6864 8504            Fax: 6897 7901
 
Certification
 
Candidates who have successfully passed their course examinations will be issued
either Marine Signalmen or Marine Riggers Passes and certificates by ASMI.
 
Language of Instruction
English
 
Registration
§         Registration must be made using the prescribed Registration Form available
from the ATCs.
§         Applicants should register for the course directly with the preferred ATC.
§         Application form must be accompanied by two passport size photographs, a
copy of the identity card or Work Permit Pass, and full course fee to the ATC.
 
Replacement
 
Replacement of candidates is allowed if the substitute meets all entry requirements,
and the request is made at least 3 working days before commencement of course.
 
Withdrawal Policy
 
Any application for refund should be made in writing to the relevant ATC. Refund for
withdrawal is as follows:
 
·         100%         Two weeks before commencement of course
·         70%           Within two weeks before commencement of course
·         NIL             On commencement of course
·         NIL             Absent Candidate
 
Enquiry
 
For enquiry, please contact the ATCs.
 
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