NPORS. Quick Hitch Awareness

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 quick-hitch devices
• Pre-use checks and equipment inspection
• Safe attachment of plant attachments
• Correct operation of quick-hitch devices
• Safe detachment of plant attachments
• Recognising hazards associated with quick-hitch operations
• Following appropriate attachment and detachment procedures
• Maintaining safe working practices when changing attachments
• Understanding the importance of secure attachment
• Demonstrating safe and competent practical use of quick-hitch devices

Teaching and Assessment

Novice operators receive one day 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 N726 Quick Hitch Awareness qualification.