Course Content

• Identify the basic construction, purpose and function of components and the purpose and use of all controls and gauges
• Identify and comply with manufacturers’ instructions in accordance with the operator’s handbook, other information sources and applicable legislation
• Carry out all necessary plant equipment pre-use and running checks
• Set the roller for site travel
• Travel over differing types of terrain, including undulating ground
• Manoeuvre in confined areas using forward and reverse direction
• Set the roller for compaction duties
• Prepare an area prior to compacting, i.e. traffic/personnel management etc.
• Compact different materials to given instructions
• Compact up to supported and unsupported edges, against radii and around obstructions
• Place the roller in an out-of-service condition
• Recognise compacted and uncompact areas
• State conditions that may cause instability of the ride on roller
• State safety procedures when working up to unsupported edges
• Explain safety procedures when compacting on inclines
• Explain the loading and unloading procedures on and off a transporter

Teaching and assessment

• Practical & Theory
• Duration of the course depends on experience level of candidates attending

Qualifications you gain

• CPCS Trained Operator Card (red card) on passing the CPCS technical tests

Location

• This course can be carried out at our training premises.