CPCS Training (A21) - Wheeled Loading Shovel Course - Experienced Worker

Course Aims

To provide thorough practical and theory training in operating a Wheeled Loading Shovel, to enable the candidate to competently and safely carry out the role and pass the CPCS Theory and Practical Tests.

Course Content

- Name and explain the purpose of principle components, the basic construction, controls and terminology 
- Conform with manufacturers requirements as per the operators handbook, other types of information source and relevant regulations and legislation 
- Undertake all pre-use checks 
- Configure and set for site and highway travel 
- Travel over rough, undulating ground, substantial inclines and level surfaces; laden and unladen 
- Maneuver in confined spaces 
- Configure and set for extraction and loading duties 
- Explain actions required for hazards, underground and overhead services 
- Extract differing types of materials from stockpiles and other sources 
- Form stockpiles of segregated materials and construct (temporary) ramps 
- Sort and place materials into transporting vehicles and hoppers 
- Spread and level ground and materials 
- Carry out shut down and securing procedures 
- Explain the loading and unloading procedures for machine transporting

Duration: 2 days.

Pre-requisites