Course overview
1 Day Course
Half day for Experienced Work Test
• Have a basic understanding of the industry and the relevant legislation, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a vehicle marshal.
• Have knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular vehicle to be guided.
• Have a good understanding of signs and signals, approved hand signals and different forms of communication.
• Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for vehicle / plant machinery marshal.
• Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area including stop blocks and tipping areas.
• Set up exclusion zone for loading / unloading.
• Guide vehicle in a forward and reverse direction including confined spaces and “blind areas” safely and efficiently.
• Environmental considerations.
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 an NVQ you can achieve your 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, we offer courses for all experience abilities wherever you are on your 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.