CPCS Entry requirements

Learners must have passed the Supervisors Health, Safety & Environment test within the last 2 years, prior to course start date.

Aim

Train selected personnel in the skills and knowledge needed to carry out the duties of an Wheeled Loading Shovel operator.

Elements Covered

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• Undertake all pre-use checks
• Legislation, relevant regulations, confirm with manufacturers requirements as per operators handbook
• Explain precautions to be taken for underground and overhead services and other hazards
• Prepare and configure the wheeled loading shovel for site and road travel
• Place the machine in an out of service condition
• Carry out excavations from an embankment of different materials and form stockpiles and ramps
• Carry out shut down and securing procedures
• Ensure loading/ unloading procedures for machine transportation

CPCS Certification

Learners will receive a Red CPCS Training Operator card on successful completion of the technical tests, valid for two years.  After gaining on-site experience, you must complete a Level 2 NVQ within two years to apply for the Blue Competence Card which is renewable every 5 years.