NPORS Excavator Micro 360, 1 Tonne

Accreditdation

NPORS

Course Duration

1-10 Days depending on experience

Valid for

5 years

COURSE INFORMATION

This 360 excavator course is aimed at people who require the knowledge and practical skills needed to safely operate and correctly maintain an Excavator Micro 360.

We will conduct a learner analysis to identify the duration of excavator training required for those with limited or no experience, whereas experienced operators can attend a one day Experienced Worker Assessment (Test Only).

NPORS Excavator Micro 360 – up to 1 Tonne (N016) Course Content

To provide knowledge and understanding in the following areas:

  • Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a plant operator
  • Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used
  • 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
  • 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

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.

Assessment & Certification

ASESSMENT

NPORS Theory assessment made up of open
questions and multiple choice.

 

NPORS Practical assessment.

CERTIFICATION

Existing NPORS Card Holder – 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 – (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 operators’ continuous professional development and of their operating hours in the workplace.

More information on the NPORS scheme and cards available.