CPCS Training (A56) - Dump Truck Course - Articulated Chassis - Foundation/Novice

CPCS Entry requirements

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

Aim

To train selected personnel in the skills and knowledge needed to carry out the duties of an Articulated Rear Tipping Dump Truck operator.

Elements Covered

- Legislative and regulative requirements of a plant operator.
- Roles and responsibilities of a plant operator within the construction industry.
- Preparation of plant equipment for work as per operator’s manuals and other information sources.
- Travel and manoeuvre the equipment on level and undulated surfaces including steep inclines.
- Set the machine to receive, transfer and discharge materials.
- Perform safe parking, shut down and isolation procedures for the machine
 

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 valid for 5 years.