CPCS. Plant and Vehicle Marshaller

Who is this course for?

This 2–3 day course, depending on experience, is suitable for both novice and experienced personnel undertaking plant and vehicle marshalling duties. Successful completion leads to the CPCS A73 Plant and Vehicle Marshaller qualification.

What you will learn?

• Understand the role and responsibilities of a Plant and Vehicle Marshall.
• Identify hazards associated with plant, vehicles, pedestrians and site traffic movements.
• Follow site rules, traffic management plans and safe systems of work.
• Carry out appropriate pre-task safety checks before marshalling activities.
• Use recognised hand signals and communication methods correctly.
• Safely guide and control plant and vehicle movements within the workplace.
• Establish and maintain safe exclusion zones and working areas.
• Assist with reversing, positioning and manoeuvring vehicles and mobile plant.
• Identify potential risks and take appropriate preventative action while maintaining clear communication.
• Respond to changing site conditions and hazards to maintain a safe and organised working environment.

Teaching and Assessment

The course is delivered over 2–3 days, depending on the trainee’s previous experience and ability. Training combines theoretical instruction with practical marshalling activities and assessment.

What you get once complete.

On successful completion, delegates gain the CPCS A73 Plant and Vehicle Marshaller qualification.