Course Overview
Candidates that require knowledge and practical skills in marshalling, moving, parking and working with Plant Machinery.
Course Content
To provide knowledge and understanding in the following areas:
- Have a basic understanding of the industry and the relevant legislation, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a vehicle / plant machinery marshal
- Have knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular vehicle / machine to be guided
- Have a good understanding of signs and signals, approved hand signals and different
forms of communication - Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for vehicle / plant machinery marshal
- Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area including stop blocks and tipping areas
- Set up exclusion zone for loading / unloading
- Guide machinery in a forward and reverse direction including confined spaces and “blind areas” safely and efficiently
- Environmental considerations
- Carry out all end of shift and shut down and parking procedures
Duration
1 day
Maximum Delegates
3 novice or 6 Exp Tests
Entry Requirements
Good understanding of spoken and written English.
Card options*
NPORS Traditional Operator Card (Non-CSCS)
- Best for operators working in non-construction sectors where a CSCS logo card is not required.
- We standardly issue cards for 3 years but can issue cards for 5 years on request
- Companies can choose to have the cards restricted to just for their company use on request
NPORS/CSCS Card Route (Construction)
- For operators working on construction sites where a CSCS logo card is required.
- You will need a valid NPORS or CITB HS&E touchscreen test dated within 2 years of application
NPORS/CSCS Red Trained Operator Card (2 years)
- For operators who do not yet hold the required (S)NVQ.
- You will need a valid NPORS or CITB HS&E touchscreen test dated within 2 years of application
- During the 2-year card period you must:
- Register for and achieve the required (S)NVQ before renewal/upgrade
NPORS/CSCS Competent Operator Card (5 years)
- For operators who already hold the required (S)NVQ
- You will need a valid NPORS or CITB HS&E touchscreen test dated within 2 years of application
- The required (S)NVQ for the category
*Some categories are only eligible for traditional cards or certificates