NPORS N202 Excavator 360° Training Course

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

• Describe the nature of the industry 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 manufacturer’s handbook, other information sources, and relevant legislation/regulations.
• Undertake all pre-use checks.
• Configure and prepare the machine for site and highway travel (where applicable).
• Travel safely over rough, undulating ground, steep inclines, and level surfaces.
• Manoeuvre effectively in confined spaces.
• Configure and set the excavator for excavating duties.
• Explain required actions for hazards, including underground and overhead services.
• Excavate differing types of excavations in various ground conditions.
• Grade, spread, and level ground and materials.
• Place materials into transporting vehicles and hoppers.
• Attach and remove buckets.
• Lift, move, and place basic slung loads.
• Carry out proper shut down and securing procedures.
• Explain 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), established in 1992, is one of the UK’s leading accreditation and registration bodies. It works across construction, industrial, utilities, warehousing and distribution, agricultural, ports, and marine sectors.

NPORS offers flexibility while maintaining nationally and internationally recognised standards, delivered through accredited training providers in partnership with industry.

Assessment

To achieve the NPORS Operator Card, candidates must successfully complete 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 complete refresher training and reassessment before the card expires.