CPCS. 360° Tracked Excavator Above 10 Tonnes

Who is this course for?

This 1–10 day course, depending on experience, is suitable for both novice and experienced operators. Successful completion leads to the CPCS A59A 360° Excavator Above 10 Tonnes qualification.

What you will learn?

• Understand the role and responsibilities of a 360° excavator operator.
• Identify the machine’s main components, controls, safety systems and operating terminology.
• Follow manufacturer’s instructions, relevant legislation, regulations and site requirements.
• Complete all necessary pre-use and safety checks.
• Prepare, travel and manoeuvre the excavator safely across rough, uneven and sloping ground.
• Operate safely within confined and restricted working areas.
• Configure and operate the excavator for excavation, grading, spreading and levelling activities.
• Recognise hazards associated with underground and overhead services and apply appropriate precautions.
• Safely attach and remove buckets and approved attachments, and use them to load, move and place materials.
• Manage machine stability, edges, slopes, lifting activities and safe loading and unloading for transportation.

Teaching and Assessment

The course is delivered over 1–10 days, depending on the trainee’s previous experience and ability. Training combines classroom-based instruction with practical machine operation and assessment.

What you get once complete.

On successful completion, delegates gain the CPCS A59A 360° Excavator Above 10 Tonnes qualification.