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Excavator 360 Degrees (all sizes)

Course Aim

To equip candidates with the skills, knowledge and understanding to operate a Excavator 360° in a safe and effective manner at all times.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course the successful candidates will:

• Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator.
• Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer's handbook for the particular machine to be used.
• 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
• Conduct all pre-occupational checks in accordance with manufacturers and legislative requirements
• Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for Excavator use
• Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer's and legislative requirements
• 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 manoeuvre it safely across varying terrain in open and confined areas
• Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
• Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and correctly configure in readiness to carry out excavating tasks
• Carry out excavating tasks
• Load materiel onto transporting vehicles or into containers
• Reinstate excavation, grade and level ground
• Fit and remove attachments
• Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures

Assessment

Pre-shift inspection - observation

Theoretical - 5 written and 25 multiple choice questions

Practical -  observation

Certification

National Plant Operators Registration Scheme (NPORS)
or Howlett Training Partnership (HTP).

Course Duration

1 to 5 days - depending on previous experience.

COURSE DURATION

One to five days depending on experience

PRICE

Please contact us for pricing information.

ASSESSMENT

By multiple choice exam and practical test

CERTIFICATED BY:

NPORS or HTP

PROGRESSION:

Not Applicable

Please Note: Two passport sized photos will need to be provided on the day for the card or an additional charge of £2.00+VAT (£2.40 inc VAT) per person will be made.

Please Note:
Additional charges may apply for travel over 50 miles.

Terms and Conditions of Booking are available here.