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CPCS Training (A09) - Forward Tipping Dumper (Wheeled) & (A31) - Ride on Roller - Experienced Course

Course Aims:

To provide practical and theory training in operating a Forward Tipping Dumper and Ride on Roller, to enable the candidate to competently and safely carry out the role and pass the CPCS Theory and Practical Tests.

Course Content:

A09 Forward Tipping Dumper:

- Carry out pre-start and running checks
- Set the dumper for site and road travel
- Travel over different types of terrain
- Travel up and down inclines, loaded and unloaded
- Position dumper to receive loads
- Comply with loading procedures
- Discharge loads into trenches and over edges
- Place machine in and out of service conditions

A31 Ride on Roller:

- Identify the basic construction, purpose and function of components and the
purpose and use of all controls and gauges.
- Identify and comply with manufacturers’ instructions using the operator’s handbook.
- Carry out pre-use and running checks
- Set the roller for site travel
- Manoeuvre in confined areas using forward and reverse direction
- Prepare an area prior to compacting
- Compact different materials to given instructions
- Place the roller in an out-of-service condition
- Recognise compacted and uncompacted areas
- State conditions that may cause instability of the roller
- State safety procedures when compacting on incline

Test:

To achieve the Red CPCS Trained Operator Card candidates must pass both the CPCS Theory Test and the Practical Test.
These tests can be viewed online at www.cskills.org/centreandschool/cpcs.

NVQ Plant Operations and CPCS Competence Card:

The Red Trained Operator Card is valid for 2 years. During these 2 years, you must work
towards and achieve your NVQ in Plant Operations to upgrade to a Blue CPCS Competence Card.