To provide thorough practical and theory training in operating a 360 degree Excavator (above 10 tonnes), enabling the candidate to pass the CPCS theory and practical tests.
If you are booking with less than 5 working days notice from the course start date please ring 0345 605 0006 to confirm this course.
- Role and responsibility as a plant operator
- Principle components, basic construction, controls & terminology
- Relevant regulations & legislation
- Pre-use checks
- Negotiating rough ground & steep inclines
- Manoeuvring in confined spaces
- Configuring for excavating duties
- Hazards, underground & overhead services
- Excavation & ground types
- Grading, levelling & spreading
- Placing materials into vehicles & hoppers
- Lifting, moving & placing basic slung loads
- Travelling with slung loads
- Shutdown & securing procedures
- Theory Test - sample questions
- Practical Test - sample assessment
Delegates with some experience of using an excavator and/or those who would benefit from a formal training programme to further develop their skills. Also, delegates who are experienced operators but have little or no experience in CPCS requirements and would therefore benefit from some training in how to meet CPCS theory and practical requirements.
Prerequisites
You must have a basic understanding and knowledge of current Health & Safety issues. The relevant CITB Health Safety & Environment touchscreen test must be current and in date (completed within the last 24 months).
Failure to arrive on the course with the relevant test completed and in date, will result in your not being permitted to undertake the exams at the end of the course. No refund will be given for exams cancelled as a result of you not having the relevant test completed.
More information can be found on the CITB website.
Your booking can only be confirmed once we receive the following information:
- Existing CSCS Card Number
- NI Number
- D.O.B.
One of our booking agents will be in contact with you 24-48 hours after you make your booking to collect this information prior to confirming your space on the course.
As a company that is committed to providing high quality services to all our clients, we will always aim to make reasonable adjustments ensuring all individuals receive the required help they need. Click here to learn more
To provide thorough practical and theory training in operating a 360 degree Excavator (above 10 tonnes), enabling the candidate to pass the CPCS theory and practical tests.
If you are booking with less than 5 working days notice from the course start date please ring 0345 605 0006 to confirm this course.
- Role and responsibility as a plant operator
- Principle components, basic construction, controls & terminology
- Relevant regulations & legislation
- Pre-use checks
- Negotiating rough ground & steep inclines
- Manoeuvring in confined spaces
- Configuring for excavating duties
- Hazards, underground & overhead services
- Excavation & ground types
- Grading, levelling & spreading
- Placing materials into vehicles & hoppers
- Lifting, moving & placing basic slung loads
- Travelling with slung loads
- Shutdown & securing procedures
- Theory Test - sample questions
- Practical Test - sample assessment
Delegates with some experience of using an excavator and/or those who would benefit from a formal training programme to further develop their skills. Also, delegates who are experienced operators but have little or no experience in CPCS requirements and would therefore benefit from some training in how to meet CPCS theory and practical requirements.
Prerequisites
You must have a basic understanding and knowledge of current Health & Safety issues. The relevant CITB Health Safety & Environment touchscreen test must be current and in date (completed within the last 24 months).
Failure to arrive on the course with the relevant test completed and in date, will result in your not being permitted to undertake the exams at the end of the course. No refund will be given for exams cancelled as a result of you not having the relevant test completed.
More information can be found on the CITB website.
Your booking can only be confirmed once we receive the following information:
- Existing CSCS Card Number
- NI Number
- D.O.B.
One of our booking agents will be in contact with you 24-48 hours after you make your booking to collect this information prior to confirming your space on the course.
As a company that is committed to providing high quality services to all our clients, we will always aim to make reasonable adjustments ensuring all individuals receive the required help they need. Click here to learn more