N202 - Excavator 360° NOVICE

For those who are new to the Excavator 360

• This course is tailored to your requirements and can be held at either your site or at our training centre.

• This course aims to provide delegates with the skills required to operate an Excavator 360° safely. It is suitable for operators of all abilities and those who have previously received no formal training or instruction. The course is delivered through a combination of classroom-based theory and practical hands-on training.

• This course is suitable for any delegate wishing to gain a NPORS Excavator 360° operations certificate.

£2,000

3 Slots Per Test

Course Overview

Course Aims

It is envisaged that by the end of this course of training the learner will be able to answer questions on and perform the following:

• Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a plant 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

• 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 material 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

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10 Day Course

Note
Experienced workers, categorised as those with having either 18 months provable work experience and/or 6 months consistent daily experience in the category, will be able to undertake an Experienced Workers Test (EWT) which may in turn reduce the course duration and cost, please call us to discuss your requirements as necessary. Completion of a EWT will allow experienced workers to take the NPORS Theory and Practical tests required for a NPORS certificate.

PPE Required

This course requires the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to attend:

• Hard hat

• High vis

• Laced up safety boots

• Gloves

• Safety glasses

• Overalls

• · We recommend delegates be clean shaven