Accreditdation
NPORS
Accreditdation
NPORS
Course Duration
1-10 Days depending on experience
Valid for
5 years
This course teaches you how to operate a 180 degree excavator safely and productively.
We will conduct a learner analysis to identify the duration of training required for those with limited or no experience, whereas experienced operators can attend a one day Experienced Worker Assessment (Test Only).
To provide knowledge and understanding in the following areas:
Please note, that in all cases, operators are required to supply proof to support their application. They have to have passed the CITB health, safety & environmental touch screen test within two years prior to their application.
Good understanding of spoken and written English.
NPORS Theory assessment made up of open
questions and multiple choice.
NPORS Practical assessment.
Existing NPORS Card Holder โ No (S)NVQ Held
For operators who do not currently hold the requisite (S)NVQ, a Trained Operator card will be issued which is valid for two years from the date of application. During this two year period operators will be required to register for and achieve the requisite (S)NVQ with the unit credits applicable to the categories of plant stated on their Trained Operator card.
Existing NPORS Card Holder โ (S)NVQ Held
Operators who currently hold the requisite (S)NVQ with the unit credits applicable to the categories of plant stated on their NPORS card will be issued with a Competent Operator card valid for 5 years from the date of application. Operators in receipt of the Competent Operator card will also be issued with a CPD record/operator logbook. This will be an ongoing record of that operatorsโ continuous professional development and of their operating hours in the workplace.