Overview

This course is aimed at candidates that require the knowledge and practical skills to operate micro 360° excavators to excavate and load materials.

Course Content

Candidates will be able to:

  • Understand the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a plant operator
  • Understand the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used
  • Locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
  • Locate and identify steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions
  • Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for micro excavator use
  • Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements
  • 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
  • Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and correctly configure in readiness to carry out excavating tasks
  • Carry out excavating tasks
  • Load material onto transporting vehicles or into containers
  • Reinstate excavation, grade and level ground
  • Fit and remove attachments
  • Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures

Entry Requirements

NPORS CSCS – Candidates must have achieved the relevant CITB Health, Safety & Environment (HS&E) touch-screen-test within 2 years.

Good understanding of spoken and written English.

Duration

Novice course – 10 Days depending upon experience

Experienced worker tests – 1 day theory and practical assessment

Location

Customer Site (Training & Testing) – Site must adhere to NPORS specifications

Next Steps

NPORS Traditional Card – There are no requirements to complete an NVQ, a five-year card is issued and after five years reassessment is required.

To upgrade your card to Blue, you will need to complete the Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Excavating and an Operatives Health, Safety and Environment Test completed within the last 2 years.

Please contact the team for further details.

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