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NPORS N100 - Excavator As Crane - Assessment Only

NPORS-N100 - Excavator As Crane - Assessment Only

NPORS
The novice course is a 2 day course which included training and testing. If the candidate is experienced and/or already holds a qualification for this machine, they can attend testing only or a refresher course.
4 places max
This course is ideal for
Potential and existing operators who have received no formal instruction, and those requiring refresher training.

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Course Aims

The aim of the Excavator as a Crane Course is to provide candidates with the basic knowledge and practical skills involved in operating an Excavator as a Crane to the NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) standard.

Course Content

  • Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator
  • Be able to conform to manufacturers requirements as per technical data, conform to relevant regulations and legislation
  • 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
  • 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
  • Be able to locate, identify and explain safe working loads, lifting capacity chart and explain different lifting configurations and working ranges
  • Identify and explain different lifting procedures, explain what task could fall into each category
  • Identify and explain centres of gravity, calculate estimated weights of loads
  • Identify any overhead / proximity hazards
  • Be able to agree the signal codes / hand signals, direction of movement, safe working and safe landing, placement zone with the slinger / signaller
  • Ensure excavator is in a safe condition for attachments to be fitted
  • Checked load integrity and security by carrying out trial lift
  • Be able to lift and move a load to a designated position in a safe and controlled manner ensuring minimum uncontrolled movement
  • Environmental considerations
  • Carry out all out of service and securing procedures

Qualifications Obtained

Candidates will gain either a 5-year NPORS Traditional Operator card or a 2-year NPORS CSCS Trained Operator Card.

Entry Requirements

Candidates must have passed the CITB Health Safety & Environmental test (within the last 24 months) to gain the NPORS CSCS Trained Operator card. This is not required for a Traditional card, although can be added to the card if requested.

Additional Information

This course can be delivered onsite providing the onsite requirements are met.