Banksman

Reversing vehicles is a routine task, but it comes with serious risks. Our Banksman training helps organisations meet legal requirements and significantly reduces the likelihood of costly accidents by equipping your team with the skills to safely manage reversing manoeuvres.

---

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Anyone responsible for assisting with manoeuvring vehicles.
• Team members involved in loading and unloading vehicles.

---

What You’ll Learn

The course raises awareness of the dangers of reversing and provides practical techniques, including:

• Recognising risks associated with reversing vehicles.
• Using effective hand signals to guide drivers safely.

---

Course Content

You’ll cover the essentials, including:

• Safe reversing in confined spaces: Learn how to guide vehicles in tricky environments.
• Identifying danger zones: Spot high-risk areas within your site.
• Hand signals and codes: Use the HSE and Road Transport Industry Training Board’s recommended signals.
• Guiding large vehicles: Techniques for handling both rigid and articulated LGVs with confidence.

---

Course Duration

• 2 half-day sessions, flexible and focused to fit around your schedule.

---