Course Aims
To provide thorough practical and theory plant training in operating a 180 degree Excavator, to enable the candidate to competently and safely carry out the role and pass the CPCS Theory and Practical Tests.
Who Attends
Candidates must have passed the CSCS Health and Safety test (within the last 24 months)
Course Content
- Operating the machinery to a minimum standard
- Fitting and operating ancillary equipment
- Siting the machine safely and efficiently
- Carrying out minor adjustments and routine servicing procedures
- Preparing the machine for travelling on the public highway
- The capabilities of each machine, its purpose and limitations
- All safety precautions necessary for the correct operation of the machine
- How diesel engines work and how various parts of the machine operate
- How to interpret the information provided by level pegs, profiles and so on
- What routine adjustments and plant servicing procedures are necessary, and how to carry them out
Test
To achieve the Red CPCS Trained Operator Card candidates must pass both the CSCS Health and Safety test (within the last 2 years) and the CPCS Theory Test and the Practical Test.
These tests can be viewed online at: www.cskills.org/centreandschool/cpcs.
Location
Sibbald Limited Centre Locations
Sibbald Limited Centre Locations
Additional Information
There may be a CITB Grant available to support the cost of training. Please see Grants & Funding for Industry Support - CITB or call 0344 994 4455
Sibbald Training are an Approved Training Organisation with CITB, and will make the claim on your behalf if your company levy number is provided at the time of booking.
https://www.nocnjobcards.org/CPCS/
Arrange your course with Sibbald
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Tel: 01501 750900
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