NPORS Excavator - novice, refresher & experienced operator

Courses are delivered at customer sites on dates to suit the customers needs. The training is conducted on customer equipment

Learn how to safely and efficiently operate a 180°, 360° or Mini Excavator.
On completion of the course you will understand the statutory requirements and the need for safety training. The course covers site and operating safety, machine and control familiarisation, pre-shift checks including refueling and simple maintenance, procedures for driving, hydraulic controls, parking, road & site travelling, front / rear shovel operating, excavating, trenching, backfilling, leveling and compaction and more.

Machine Specification

Wheeled or tracked 180° or 360° or Mini Excavator

Course Content

Classroom based theory training to inform candidates of the relevant legislation / statutory requirements (HASWA 1974, PUWER 98, LOLER 98 etc), raise awareness of site safety and develop understanding of the vehicles engineering / stability principles including lifting capacities and de-rating required depending on circumstances / application and factors affecting vehicle stability / mobility.
Practical Demonstration on thorough pre-operational checks prior to putting vehicle into use.
Demonstrations and supervised practical exercises to develop skills in manoeuvring both, forwards & reverse over varying terrain including slopes, in open areas and confined spaces. Exercises to develop understanding the function of all machine controls including correct application of each function for digging, dozing, stockpiling, trenching, backfilling, leveling, grading & loading dumpers / lorries.

Course Certification

On successful completion of a theory test consisting of both open and multiple choice questions, and practical assessment using a progressive assessment report, successful candidates will receive a Certificate of Training in Basic Practical Skill and Ability.

Course Documentation

Training Records and Nationally recognised & registered Certification (Either ITSSAR or NPORS) with Photo ID Card forwarded to Employer.

On-site at Customers premises or other nominated venue. (subject to customer providing machine).

Staff Instructors

Safe-T-Solutions Instructors involved in presenting this course are qualified and experienced instructors, and are also trained, tested in the use of Wheeled & Tracked excavators (180° and 360°) including mini excavators.