NPORS N201 Excavator 180° Training Course

Through targeted training and practical experience, candidates will be able to:

• Describe the nature of the sector and their role and responsibilities as a plant operator.
• Name and explain the purpose of principal components, the basic construction, controls, and terminology.
• Confirm requirements from the operator’s handbook, other sources of information, and relevant legislation and regulations.
• Undertake all pre-use checks.
• Configure and prepare the machine for site and highway travel.
• Travel safely over rough, undulating ground, steep inclines, and level surfaces.
• Manoeuvre effectively in confined spaces.
• Configure and set up the excavator for excavating duties.
• Explain actions required for hazards, including underground and overhead services.
• Excavate a variety of ground types for differing excavation requirements.
• Place materials into transporting vehicles and hoppers.
• Grade, spread and level ground and materials.
• Attach and remove buckets.
• Lift, move, and place basic slung loads with the rear boom.
• Maintain a safe and tidy working area throughout operations.
• Carry out proper shut down and securing procedures.
• Explain the correct loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation.

Course Requirements

• All visitors must report to reception on arrival and follow site safety rules at all times.
• There are no catering facilities on site – delegates must bring their own lunch. Tea and coffee facilities are available.
• Candidates must bring and wear PPE for plant testing.
• Candidates must also bring signature and photographic identification as required for testing.

Examination Board

The National Plant Operators Registration Scheme (NPORS) was established in 1992 and is now one of the UK’s leading accreditation and registration bodies. NPORS works across construction, industrial, utilities, warehousing and distribution, agricultural, ports, and marine sectors.

The scheme offers flexibility while maintaining nationally and internationally recognised standards, in partnership with accredited training providers and industry.

Assessment

To achieve the NPORS Operator Card, candidates must successfully pass both the NPORS Theory Test and the Practical Test.

Refresher / Re-qualification Information

• The NPORS Operator Card is valid for 3 years.
• To remain qualified, operators must undertake refresher training and reassessment before expiry.