CPCS. Forward Tipping Dumper

Who is this course for?

This 1–3 day course, depending on experience, is suitable for both novice and experienced operators. Successful completion leads to the CPCS A09 Forward Tipping Dumper qualification.

What you will learn?

• Understand the role and responsibilities of a forward-tipping dumper operator.
• Identify the machine’s main components, controls and functions.
• Follow manufacturer’s instructions, legislation, regulations and site procedures.
• Complete all required pre-use and safety checks.
• Prepare the dumper for safe site travel and operation.
• Safely travel across rough, uneven and sloping ground, both loaded and unloaded.
• Safely manoeuvre and position the dumper for loading and tipping operations.
• Follow correct loading, transporting and tipping procedures.
• Safely discharge materials into designated areas, trenches and over edges where appropriate.
• Recognise site hazards and complete safe shutdown, isolation, securing and transportation procedures.

Teaching and Assessment

The course is delivered over 1–3 days, depending on the trainee’s previous experience and ability. Training combines theoretical instruction with practical machine operation and assessment.

What you get once complete.

On successful completion, delegates gain the CPCS A09 Forward Tipping Dumper qualification.