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A21 – Wheeled Loading Shovel

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  • 5 day course
  • CPCS Accredited
  • Course Certificate/ Card
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Course Objective

The objective of this course is to provide delegates with the knowledge and skills that will enable them to safely and competently operate Wheeled Loading shovels on site in line with CPCS guidelines.

The CPCS card scheme provides a registration card scheme acknowledged by industry for those involved in plant operations by recognising skills, knowledge and understanding, competence and qualifications. The scheme is based on a mix of occupational competence, experience on site and health and safety awareness.

Learning Outcomes

  • A basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator
  • Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s 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 key controls and explain their functions
  • Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements
  • Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for loading shovel use
  • Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
  • Prepare the loading shovel for use, operate machinery safely and efficiently
  • Environmental considerations
  • Storage and transport of implements and attachments
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation
  • Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures.

Assessment

  • CPCS Theory Test (verbal - 30 minutes)
  • CPCS Practical Test (90 minutes)

Entry Requirement

  • All candidates must have achieved the relevant CITB HS&E test within 2 years of their booked CPCS test date.
  • A good understanding of spoken and written English
  • All candidates will need to provide their own appropriate PPE for training and testing purposes

Certification

Successful candidates will obtain a CPCS ‘Construction Plant Competence Scheme’ card on completion, if they don’t currently hold a relevant NVQ they’ll be issued with a CPCS Red Trained Operator card (2 year validity). During the 2 year lifespan of the card candidates will need to work towards the relevant plant operations NVQ that will enable them to upgrade their Blue Competent Operator card (5 year validity).

Summary

This course will consist of a large element of practical and theoretical tuition. Any delegates undertaking a NOVICE Wheeled Loading Shovel course will also undertake theory training to prepare them for the Theory Test.

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

At the time of booking onto a Novice course all delegates will be provided with KH Plant Training’s CPCS Study Guides, we encourage all delegates to read these before attending the first day of training.

KH Plant Training have years of experience both in the delivery of plant courses and NVQ’s.

Contact our team today on 01709 464050 to see how we can help you achieve both your red card and NVQ

At the time of booking a Novice course, delegates receive KH Plant Training’s CPCS Study Guides, encouraging pre-course reading.

With extensive experience in delivering plant courses and NVQs, KH Plant Training is your partner in achieving both your red card and NVQ.

Contact our team today and explore more into how we can support your development.

  • 01709 464050
  • bookings@khplanttraining.co.uk