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CPCS
A59 Excavator 360
This training activity
is for potential and existing operators who have received no formal
instruction and those requiring refresher training:
Training and
Testing is now available with the award of
Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) Trained Operator card,
The achievement and the
obtaining of a CPCS card are dependant upon passing the
Construction skills Health and Safety Test.
The updating of the Red
Trained Operator card to a CPCS Competency Card is dependant upon
completion of an NVQ Level 2 in Plant Operations, Plant Operator
within 2 years of attaining the Trained
Operator Card.
The course content
will include:
Explanation of all
components and their functions and purposes, Training in the
safe operation of the machine on all excavating,
loading and general duties, positioning tasks for which the
machine has been designed for; ensuring that each
operation is in accordance to method statements, risk assessments and
permits to work etc, also making full use of the
safety rules, carrying out routine daily
servicing procedures and general maintenance in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions; Also preparing and driving the equipment
on public highways for rubber tyred equipment,
loading it onto a transporter in accordance with the requirements of
the Road Traffic Acts; The purpose and capabilities of their machine
and any relevant safety precautions necessary for its operation; How
the machine is set up for work and the maintenance requirements
involved; size of machine, weight,
working on gradients and ground conditions
affecting machine stability; The loading, of
materials onto site and road transport,
Shutting down and securing of the equipment when finished..
Outcome:
Blue 5 year CPCS
Competence card will be attained if the NVQ has
been achieved prior to any tests
Red 2 Year CPCS Trained Operator card will
be attained if tested without achievement of the
NVQ
CPCS Standard
Technical Test Requirements:
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