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Excavator Competent Operator Course


Who is the course for?

This course provides instruction in correct operation of excavators for operators who will be using these machines on site. It provides training as referred to in the laws relating to work equipment and health and safety, and is accredited by the National Plant Operators Registration Scheme (NPORS). Please note that for operators who are novices, more than one day's training may be required.

Course Content Includes:

• Employer’s and employee’s legal responsibilities
• Hazards arising from the use of excavators
• Basic maintenance
• Reversing
• Pre-use inspection
• Operational techniques
• Trenching
• Backfilling
• Changing buckets

Completion of the course:

Candidates will take a short written test, and complete a practical assessment. Successful candidates will receive an NPORS I/D card and certificate.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS COURSE IS ALWAYS CONDUCTED ON SITE AND NOT AT OUR TRAINING CENTRES, DUE TO PRACTICAL TRAINING REQUIREMENTS.




Available Course Dates
Birmingham Milton Keynes Swindon

Course Duration: 1 Day

Price: £200.00 + vat


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