FORWARD TIPPING MINI DUMPER
Training course
TRAINING COURSE
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONS
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONS
Awarding Body:
National Plant Operators Registration Scheme
NPORS
Training course type:
On-site training and assessment,
On-site Experience Worker Test (EWT) assessment only
Duration:
1-3 days,
dependant on any previous experience
Minimum age:
16
Novice candidate numbers:
3
Experience Worker Tests per day:
6
Variations:
Wheeled
Tracked
Card options:
5-year NPORS traditional card & certificate,
2-year CSCS trained operator red card
Price:
£250 excluding VAT
prices are based on courses provided at our headquarters
WHAT DOES THE A1 SAFETY TRAINING NPORS
FORWARD MINI TIPPING DUMPER TRAINING COURSE INCLUDE?
FORWARD MINI TIPPING DUMPER TRAINING COURSE INCLUDE?
Have 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 manufacturers and legislative requirements
Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for forward tipping mini dumper use
Prepare the forward tipping dumper for use and operate safely and efficiently
Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
Attach and set trailers, ready for operation
Environmental considerations
Storage and transport of implements and attachments
Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FORWARD MINI TIPPING DUMPER TRAINING COURSE
FORWARD MINI TIPPING DUMPER TRAINING COURSE
What is forward tipping dumper?
A forward tipping mini dumper is commonly used on construction sites. It is used to transport large loads of materials across a site, usually on rough, undulating terrain. Its ability to handle a mixture of terrain and carry large loads makes it a flexible piece of equipment. This is included in the NPORS Forward Tipping Mini Dumper training N139
Venue and equipment requirements:
- Suitable and safe area to operate and manoeuvre dumper
- Excavator/loading machine
- Bulk material to load and move
- Varying terrain and slopes
- Suitable and safe area to complete paperwork
- Suitable welfare facilities
- Forward tipping mini dumper
- Operators’ manual
- Risk assessment completed
PPE requirements:
- Suitable head protection
- Suitable eye protection
- Suitable hearing protection
- Suitable work clothes including wet weather
- Gloves
- Suitable work boots including steel toe protection
- High Viz
HSE further information:
- Avoiding danger from overhead power cables guidance GS6
https://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/gs6.pdf - Avoiding danger from underground services HSG47
https://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/priced/hsg47.pdf - PUWER Regulation
https://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/priced/l22.pdf
Theory assessment:
- 20 multiple choice questions
- 5 written questions
- 4 marks per question
- 80% pass mark required
Practical assessment criteria:
- Pre use and operational checks
- Drive through chicane forwards and backwards
- Position for loading operation x 4
- Drive over uneven and sloping ground
- Demonstrate hill starts
- Discharge the load over an edge or in excavation x 2
- Discharge the load to form a stockpile x 2
- Reverse 30 metres in a straight line
- Pass mark is less than 20 penalty points and no mandatory disqualifications
- Time allowed is 1 hour
How much does the course cost?
£250 excluding VAT
prices are based on courses provided at our headquarters
prices are based on courses provided at our headquarters
TRAINING COURSE
RECOGNITION
RECOGNITION
Useful in industries:
Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Construction, Marine, Industrial, Fencing, Landscaping, Civils, Highways, Quarrying
Also known as:
Forward tipping dumper, dumper, dump truck, Material handler, FTD, Mini dumper
Machinery manufactures:
JCB, Thwaites, Kubota
Functions:
Forward tipping mini dumper, 180° swivel, High tip skip loader, Earthmover