Slinging is the term used for lifting loads with the use of a sling, a slinger is the term used for the person who carries out the slinging. Slinging is an operation which is frequently carried out on a daily basis in many industries, but it can also be a practice which is used only every now and again, whichever applies does not matter, safe slinging practices are fundamental for the safety of the lift, the item being lifted, the surrounding environment and personnel and the slinger him/herself.