NPORS N201 - Excavator 180 - Novice

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Course Overview

Our NPORS Excavator 180 Novice Course delivers up to 10 days of instruction depending on the experience of the delegates, and is designed to teach up to a maximum of 3 delegates per instructor. The course provides novice delegates the knowledge and skills needed to prepare, operate, load and unload 180-degree Excavators safely, efficiently and confidently.

Delegates will be taught their responsibilities as an operator, how to conduct pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements, and most importantly, will gain both a nationally recognised certification an extensive experience with the machinery.

In order to attend this course, you must hold a valid UK Passport or Driving Licence. This will need to be presented to the instructor on the day. This is a requirement of NPORS.

This course consists of a training room lecture, DVD presentation, written assessment, practical training and assessment.

This course is aimed at those who will be required or wish to work with excavators and have limited or no experience.

Since the operation of this machinery can be physically demanding, delegates must be fit and able to carry out the tasks required in the course program. A good understanding of spoken and written English is required.

Successful delegates will be issued with a relevant NPORS Operators Card which is valid for 3-5 years, depending on the chosen certification route.

Important Information: All delegates must bring photo identification, this can include a valid Passport or Driving Licence.

By the end of the course, the delegates will be able to answer questions on and perform the following:

  • Their industry, the dangers of working in that industry and their responsibilities as an operator
  • Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer's handbook for the particular excavator
  • Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
  • Be able to locate and identify key controls and explain their functions
  • Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for excavator use
  • Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
  • Controls and instruments
  • Stability Factors
  • Starting, moving and stopping the excavator
  • Operation of hydraulic controls
  • Loading dumpers
  • Excavating & Levelling
  • Cut to fill
  • Bank battering
  • Digging to depth
  • Operate the excavator safely and efficiently
  • Be able to establish effective communication methods
  • Environmental considerations
  • Carry out all end of shift checks

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