NPORS. Excavator as a Crane

Who is this course for?

The course is suitable for novice operators, experienced operators requiring training and certification, experienced workers undertaking assessment only, and operators renewing a Traditional NPORS card.

What you will learn?

• The safe and correct use of an excavator for lifting operations
• Pre-use checks and equipment inspection
• Understanding appropriate lifting procedures
• Safe lifting and load-handling practices
• Maintaining safe control of loads during lifting operations
• Recognising hazards associated with excavator lifting operations
• Following appropriate workplace safety procedures
• Using lifting equipment safely and correctly
• Maintaining a safe working area during lifting activities
• Demonstrating safe and competent practical lifting operations

Teaching and Assessment

Novice operators receive five days of training. The experienced worker course lasts one day and includes training and assessment. Experienced workers can undertake a ½-day assessment-only route with no training. Refresher training is available as a one-day course.

What you get once complete.

On successful completion, delegates will receive the NPORS N100 Excavator as a Crane qualification.