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NPORS 360 Excavator (N202) - Open Course
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NPORS 360 Excavator Training Open Course
Open courses are run at training venues. They have regular dates that can be booked online or by phone. NPORS courses are practical, therefore they are only suitable for face-to-face delivery with a trainer.
An NPORS 360 excavator course is a comprehensive training program that aims to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to operate a 360 excavator safely and efficiently. The course is typically delivered over a period of several days and involves both classroom-based theoretical instruction and hands-on practical training.
NPORS 360 Excavator Open Course - Key Information
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Foundation and experienced courses available
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Theory and practical assessment
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Learn how to operate a 360 excavator safely and efficiently
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Courses run from 1 - 10 days dependent on your level of competency
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Achieve your Red Trained Operators Card or Competent Operator Card (dependent on NVQ)
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Theory assessment made up of open and multiple-choice questions
What happens on a NPORS Course?
The flexibility of NPORS qualifications means that a course can run for 1 day up to 10 days. This will vary depending on experience and competency.
- Novice or foundation courses are for those who have no or very little training on 360 excavators. These courses typically run for 10 days and you will cover everything you need to know to operate an excavator safely and efficiently. Your assessment will also be completed on the last day of your course.
- Experienced training courses are a condensed version of the full course, as you will be expected to have had plenty of experience of operating a 360 excavator but have no formal qualification. These courses are usually between 1 and 3 days.
NPORS 360 Excavator Course Content
You will cover the following learning objectives on your NPORS 360 Excavator course:
- Acquire a basic understanding of the industry, as well as the hazards and responsibilities associated with operating plant machinery
- Health and safety legislation, as it applies to Plant Operators.
- Develop a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s manual for the specific machine to be used
- Identifying and explain the functions of the major components of the plant, including steering, driving, and braking controls of the machine
- Know how to recognise and maintain appropriate PPE used when operating an excavator
- Perform all required pre-operation checks in compliance with the manufacturer’s and legal requirements
- Know how to safely mount and dismount the machine
- How to start and stop the engine, as well as safely moving the machine and bringing it to a stop
- Set up the machine for travel and safely manoeuvring it across different terrains, in open and confined areas
- Perform all necessary safety checks at the work site
- Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and configure it for excavation tasks
- Complete excavation tasks, such as loading materials onto transport vehicles or into containers
- Restore excavation sites, grading, and levelling the ground
- Attaching and removing additional equipment
- Carry out all shutdown procedures and procedures necessary for the end of the working day
What qualification will I get on the NPORS 360 Excavator course?
On successful completion of your course, you will be able to apply for an NPORS Traditional card or an NPORS/CSCS transitional Red Trained Operator Card
If you have completed an NVQ in the relevant category, you can apply for an NPORS CSCS Blue Competent Operator Card
Assessment and Certification
You will take both a theory and practical assessment for your NPORS 360 Excavator training.
You will take a theory assessment, which is made up of open questions and multiple-choice questions. You need to achieve 80% to pass the standard set for the theory test.
The practical assessment typically involves you demonstrating your ability to safely and efficiently operate the excavator. The assessor will evaluate how you carry out a range of tasks, such as setting up the machine, manoeuvring it across different terrains, and performing excavation or lifting operations. You will also be observed on how you follow health and safety regulations and correctly use personal protective equipment.
Apply for your NPORS Card via their website once you have completed your course.
Entry Requirements
- If you are applying for the NPORS CSCS card, you will need to have completed the CITB Operatives Health, Safety and Environment test passed no more than two years before the course start date
- Good understanding of spoken and written English.
Special Considerations
If you have any questions or concerns regarding support during the course, please get in touch.
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