Course overview
We aim by the end of the course the candidate will be able to perform the following:
• Have a basic understanding of industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator.
• Be able to conform to manufacturers requirements as per technical data, conform to relevant regulations and legislation.
• Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions.
• Be able to locate and identify steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions Safely mount and dismount the machine.
• Start and stop the engine and safely move the machine off and stop it safely.
• Configure the machine for travel and maneuver it safely across varying terrain in open and confined areas.
• Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area.
• Be able to locate, identify and explain safe working loads, lifting capacity chart and explain different lifting configurations and working ranges.
• Identify and explain different lifting procedures, explain what task could fall into each category.
• Identify and explain centres of gravity, calculate estimated weights of loads.
• Identify any overhead / proximity hazards.
• Be able to agree the signal codes / hand signals, direction of movement, safe working and safe landing, placement zone with the slinger / signaller.
• Ensure excavator is in a safe condition for attachments to be fitted.
• Checked load integrity and security by carrying out trial lift.
• Be able to lift and move a load to a designated position in a safe and controlled manner ensuring minimum uncontrolled movement.
• Environmental considerations.
• Carry out all out of service and securing procedures.
Theory Test is 30 minutes and consists of 25 questions, 20 of which are multiple choice. The required pass mark is 80%
Card upon achievement
Traditional NPORS Card is valid for 5 years.
or
CSCS Logo Trained Operator card is valid for 2 years. Within this time, you are expected to complete an NVQ in relevant Plant Operations to achieve a Competence Operator Card.
Upon completion of NVQ you can achieve you CSCS affiliated Competent Operator card is valid for 5 years.
Pre- requisite
Those wanting a CSCS affiliated card. You must have a CITB Health Safety & Environment within the last 2 years of course test day.
We can book this at our centre with at least 48 hours notice, subject to availability. Our cost is £50inc VAT.
We can tailor our courses to suit everybody’s needs, whether you have been operating previously, currently, or just looking to make you test ready, we offer courses for all operating and experience abilities wherever you are on your plant operating career journey.
If you would like to contact us to see the best pathway, please send our course booking form to nicky.hough@gmctltd.co.uk or call 01706 559292.