CPCS Training (A58) - 360 Degree Excavator/Digger Course below 10 tonnes - Foundation/Novice

Who Should Attend: 

Potential and existing operators who have received no formal instruction and those requiring refresher training.

Course Aims:

To provide thorough practical and theory 360 Excavator training, to enable the candidate to competently and safely carry out the role and pass the CPCS Theory and Practical Tests. 360 Excavator training is required to be able to use this machinery efficiently.

Course Contents: 

Course Content

- Operating the plant machinery to a minimum standard
- Fitting and operating ancillary equipment
- Siting the machine safely and efficiently
- Carrying out minor adjustments and routine servicing procedures
- Preparing the machine for travelling on the public highway
- The capabilities of each machine, its purpose and limitations
- All safety precautions necessary for the correct operation of the plant machinery
- How diesel engines work and how various parts of the machine operate
- How to interpret the information provided by level pegs, profiles and so on
- What routine adjustments and servicing procedures are necessary, and how to carry them out

Endorsements

A: Tracked
B: Wheeled
C: Lifting ops

Teaching Methods

Teaching is carried out both in a classroom environment teaching theory and within a simulated working environment with candidates using the plant machinery and practically applying the theory.

Assessment Methods

CPCS Theory & Practical Testing takes place on the last day of the course.

Certificate: 

This course will give delegates a CPCS Red Trained Operator card (on successful completion of both CPCS Technical Tests).

Trained Operator Card (RED)

Duration: 

9 Days