Key terms
Banksman: key terms
Plain-English definitions of the words used in the course. In the lessons, tap any underlined term to read its definition without leaving the page.
5 terms, United Kingdom version
- Banksman
- A trained person who guides vehicles where the driver's view is restricted.
- Blind spot
- An area around a vehicle the driver cannot see directly or in mirrors.
- Danger zone
- The area a vehicle could move into or strike during a manoeuvre.
- Escape route
- A clear path a banksman can move to quickly if a vehicle comes towards them.
- Hand signals
- Standard arm and hand movements used to direct vehicles and lifts.
These terms come from the United Kingdom version of the course. See what the course covers.