REAR TIPPING DUMP TRUCK
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:
1-4 days,
dependant on any previous experience
Minimum age:
16
Novice candidate numbers:
3
Experience Worker Tests per day:
6
Variations:
Wheeled
Tracked
Below 10 tonnes
Above and below 10 tonnes
Articulated
Ridged
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
REAR TIPPING DUMPER TRAINING COURSE INCLUDE?
REAR 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 rear tipping dumper use
Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
Prepare the rear tipping dumper for use & operate machinery safely and efficiently
Environmental considerations
Demonstrate Knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for Machine transportation
Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
REAR TIPPING DUMPER TRAINING COURSE
REAR TIPPING DUMPER TRAINING COURSE
What is rear tipping dumper?
A rear tipping 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 Rear tipping dumper training course.
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
- Rear tipping 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 50 metres in a straight line through restrictions
- Pass mark is less than 20 penalty points and no mandatory disqualifications
- Time allowed is 1 hour 30 minutes
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:
Rear tipping dumper, ADT, Dumper, Articulated dump truck
Machinery manufactures:
JCB, Volvo, Hydrema, Bell, Doosan
Functions:
Rear tipping, Material handler, Earthmover