NPORS Course (N003) - Reach Truck Course

Please note; course cost is approximate and subject to candidate's requirements, please contact our team for an exact quote.

Overview

The aim of the reach lift truck is to provide candidates with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to work effectively and safely operate reach trucks to the NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) standard.

Content

Course content enables candidates to gain skills and knowledge of:

• A basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry, and responsibilities as a plant operator.
• Working knowledge of the manufactures handbook for the particular machine to be used.
• Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions.
• Be able to locate and identify steering, driving, and braking controls and explain their functions.
• Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturers and legislative requirements.
• Safely mount and dismount the machine.
• Start and stop the engine and safely move the machine off and stop safely.
• Configure the machine for travel and manoeuver it safely laden and unladed, in open and confined areas.
• Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area.
• Maneuver the machine to the work area and correctly configure it in readiness to carry out lifting and load handling tasks.
• Carry out lifting and load handling tasks.
• Lift and transfer loads accurately and safely at different locations.
• Load and unload external transport safely.
• Fit, adjust and or remove attachments.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation.
• Carry out all end-of-shift shut down procedures.

Assessment

NPORS Assessment is carried out in the form of both practical and theory tests

Summary

Taught by experts with extensive experience in this field, our courses are designed to be enjoyable whilst ensuring that candidates acquire the knowledge and skills required in order to pass the NPORS assessment.  Candidates will be issued with an NPORS operator’s card upon successful completion.