Although the terms ‘forklift licence’ or ‘forklift ticket’ are commonly used by operators, employers, and recruitment agencies, there really is no such thing as a forklift operator’s licence.

When people say ‘forklift licence’, what they are referring to is a Certificate of Basic Training.

Whether you require novice or experienced forklift training, you can trust the team of accredited training professionals at SB Skills Solutions to help you advance your career and increase your earning potential.

What does the forklift training course involve?

The forklift training course (also referred to as FLT training) teaches the learners how to operate a forklift safely and how they should carry out various safety checks and procedures on the machine.

They are also taught how to understand the capabilities, functions and all safety aspects of each machine.

The learner has a final assessment which comprises of a theory test followed by a practical test this is all set out by the awarding body.

Course Objective

The learner is assessed on site through a range of methods such as observations, evidence generated from the workplace, written questions, witness testimonials and professional discussion.

The course teaches our delegates how to operate a Forklift safely and how they should carry out various safety checks/procedures on the machine. They are also taught how to understand the capabilities, functions and and all safety aspects of each machine.

Who should take the FLT training course?

Candidates of all levels of ability and knowledge can attend our forklift training courses as we deliver full foundation training through to testing only.

Whether you require experienced, refresher, or novice forklift training, our team can help you to choose the most suitable course in line with your experience and industry.

Refresher Training is a requirement and is vital in maintaining operator skill levels and preventing them from slipping into bad habits. Research proves that safe, skilled operators are also the most productive.

There is no fixed deadline, but Refresher Training is normally carried out every 3–5 years but may be required sooner where operators are slipping into bad habits.

Course Duration

The FLT training course length varies depending on the level of experience of the attendee.

Course Content

Novice, experienced, and refresher forklift training is available from SB Skills Solutions – all of which can be tailored to operating:

• Counterbalance forklift truck
• Pivot steer (Bendi/Flexi) forklift truck
• Man-up (VNA/order picker) forklift truck
• Reach forklift truck
• Pedestrian (stacker) forklift truck
• Four-way (Combi-lift) forklift truck

Further Development

The awarding body recommends that refreshers are taken regularly, to make sure that all FLT operators are working to correct standards and to correct any bad habits the operator may have picked up.

With more than 30 years of invaluable experience in the construction/logistics industry and a team of fully qualified trainers and testers, we’ll work with you to realise your full potential.

FAQs on Forklift Training

• How long does forklift training take?– Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

While the duration of the forklift training course varies according to attendee experience, novice operators often require 3-5 days, while more experience attendees or those requiring a refresher can complete the training in just 1-2 days.

• What’s the minimum age to take forklift training in the UK?

In the UK, the minimum age to drive a forklift is generally 16, especially in supervised apprenticeship schemes where training occurs in a controlled environment. Certain workplaces may set a higher age limit, typically 18, based on specific site requirements.

• Is a driving licence needed to operate a forklift?

No, you don’t need a car driving licence to operate a forklift – unless you intend to operate a forklift on public roads.

• How much does forklift training cost?

The cost of forklift training is dependent on your experience, as well as the location, provider, and group size. However, costs typically start at £150 and can cost up to £800.

• What can you do with a forklift licence?

In the UK, possessing a valid forklift licence can help you to secure relevant positions working in warehouses and distribution centres as well as on farms, ports, and construction sites.

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A 360° excavator is a tracked excavator. It is heavy machinery that is used when there is little or no room for movement around the site. The digger head can be rotated in a full circle, thanks to the use of tracks rather than wheels.
While these vehicles are highly manoeuvrable, their power and heavy parts means that they also have the potential to cause accidents and injuries. It is important as a site owner that you provide a safe working environment.
This includes ensuring that all operators have had full 360 excavator training on the safe use of these and other excavators they will use.

Course Objective

The objective of 360 degrees excavator training is to ensure that operators know how to safely and effectively use the machinery: 360 Excavator – Below 10 tonne & Above 10 tonne. Excavators are large and, by their very nature, they have the potential to cause damage and injury.
Course participants will learn how to safely use the machinery and work towards receiving certification from the appropriate industry body.

The course will teach candidates Health and safety, pre-start checks, controls, dangers, safety on getting on and off and all activities required to be a 360 excavator operator. The 360 excavator training course is both theory and practical based training with a test/assessment.

Course Duration

The 360 excavator/digger course may take between 1-10 days depending on the experience level of the delegate. Typically, these are:

• 10 Day – Novice Course
• 2-5 Day – Experienced Worker Course (for those with no previous certification)
• 1 Day – Experienced Worker Tests / Refresher Course

Participant Requirements

It is essential that all delegates have a good working knowledge of written and verbal English, because the training we offer combines both theory and practical elements.

Who Should Attend?

360 excavators are versatile and useful machines used primarily in construction. The size and power of the machinery means that it has the potential to cause harm to employees, visitors, and other third parties, as well as cause expensive damage. 360 digger training ensures that the operators know how to safely use and maintain the machinery, therefore eliminating potential dangers and hazards.

Excavator training is essential for novices and experienced workers operating 360 excavators and diggers. Whether they use the excavator on a daily basis, or on an occasional basis, they need to know how to do so without putting people at risk. Supervisors and managers can also benefit from 360-degree Excavator training so that they can ensure work is completed in a safe manner.

What Will Participants Learn?

The 360-degree excavator training course in Lancashire includes both theory and practical elements. Delegates will be taught the latest legislation and regulations governing the use of this type of machinery, as well as a general overview of site safety.
They will be taught how to analyse the site and terrain to ensure that they use the proper machinery and attachments, how to operate the digger, and how to complete shutdown of the excavator.

Delegates will also be taught to safely change attachments and will learn how to prepare the excavator for taking it on the public highway.

• Health and safety regulations and legislation before spending time on the machinery
• How to conduct pre-start checks of the 360 machine prior to operating
• How to operate the excavator safely
• Understanding of roles and responsibilities when operating the machinery on site
• Correctly mounting and dismounting the equipment
• Operating the machine on varied ground , i.e. flat, rough and undulated
• Going up and down slopes with correct operating
• Learn how to define a hazard and where they are found i.e. underground apparatus and overhead cables
• Excavations in varied ground types
• Trench work and box excavations
• Grading, levelling & spreading
• Working with other plant when loading them with material and spoil
• Change and operate ancillary equipment and attachments
• Loading materials on various vehicles, hoppers, dumpers and wagons
• Shut down procedures

Training Bodies

We offer training courses accredited by the following training bodies:

CPCS – The Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) is the biggest and most widely recognised body. Some companies require that their operators specifically have a CPCS card before employment. CPCS offers a competence card scheme. Initially, an operator will be awarded a red card. They can work towards receiving a red card within two years of receiving their blue card. We offer A58, A59, A59A and A59B CPCS excavator training at our training sites in Burscough, Ormskirk.

NPORS – The National Plant Operators Registration(NPORS) is a widely recognised card scheme across the Construction, Industrial, Utilities, Warehousing and Distribution, Agricultural, Ports and Marine sectors. The NPORS 360 Excavator – N202 course aims to provide the candidate with a thorough practical and theory training in operating 360 Degree Excavator in order to enable the candidate to pass the NPORS Theory and Practical Tests. Upon passing the tests, the operator will get an NPORS traditional operator card or if they have in date touch screen on completion they can opt in for the New NPORS CSCS logo card.

In-House – Our in-house training course for the 360 excavators follows the same training schedule, however if a client would like a bespoke option i.e with a particular attachment then this can be built into the course. The inhouse is still done by highly qualified NPORS and CPCS instructor is just at the end of the course you will gain a certificate of competency. The certificate is normally used for people who need to cover for insurance, competency and to use on own sites.

360 Excavator Training From SB Skills Solutions Ltd

At SB Skills Solutions Ltd, we can tailor our 360 Excavator training courses in Lancashire to your requirements.
We can offer longer courses for those with no experience with excavators and diggers, or shorter, refresher courses, for those that really only need certification.
We can also include additional elements, according to the type of site you work on and work you conduct, to ensure that your excavator operators have the exact skills and knowledge required.

SB Skills Solutions Limited is a national provider of health and safety training, especially for those in the construction and other heavy industries across Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, the North West and rest of the UK.

We have a dedicated training centre in Skelmersdale and Burscough, staffed by highly qualified and skilled instructors. You can view our courses right here on our site, or call us on 01695 558420 and speak to one of our team about customising our courses to meet your business and personal requirements.

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The slinger signaller plays an important role in keeping construction sites, and other settings that use cranes and lifting equipment safe.  The role of the slinger signaller is to communicate clearly with crane operators from ground level, giving them directions to help them lift and move their load safely and efficiently.

What is on the course?

The N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller training course teaches learners everything they need to know to work in a role as a slinger signaller.

The slinger/signaller must be able to direct the crane safely and efficiently, during loading and lifting operations, this is done by using special hand signals. These are standard signals, which follow BS 7121 code of practice for the safe use of cranes.

Health and Safety legislation covering safety signs and signals also includes essential hand signals for use on construction sites. The slinger signaller must make precise signals, which the crane operator can easily understand. Therefore, it is important that these signals are agreed upon with the crane operator before operations commence.

In certain weather conditions, where visibility is affected by heavy rain, fog or mist, then the slinger signaller may be able to use batons and high vis gloves as a substitute for hand signals.

Another alternative is the use of two-way radios, which are widely used. Radios are commonly used by Slinger Signallers that work with tower cranes where the line of sight is often lost.

Part of the slinger signaller’s role is having the authority to halt crane operations if they deem that the conditions are too hazardous to continue working.

Who should attend the N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller training course?

The N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller course is suitable for anyone who wants to train to work as a slinger signaller.

The N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller course is available at a variety of different levels, meaning it can be tailored to each learner’s level of experience.

Most people taking the course are at entry level with no previous experience working as a slinger signaller. Entry-level learners are required to take the full N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller course.

To view course availability and prices, please check out our training calendar.

N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller Course Objectives

The N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller training provides learners with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills they require to carry out the responsibilities of a slinger signaller on a construction site safely and competently.

Key areas covered in the N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller course content include:

• The role and legal responsibilities of a slinger signaller.
• Rules and regulations surrounding the role.
• Risks and dangers of working in the role.
• Different types of lifting equipment and accessories and how to use them.
• Undertaking pre-use checks and identifying hazards.
• Directing and guiding crane operators using different communication methods.
• Maintaining safe working situations.
• Securing various loads for lifting.

N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller – Learning Outcomes

The N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS slinger signaller training course is recognised by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Completion of this course will ensure that individuals working as banksman are doing so safely according to all relevant legislation and standards, including LOLER 1998 and BS 7121.

This course can be tailored to each individual’s level of experience. Most people new to the role will be required to complete the novice level training, the course is also available at refresher level, or at Experienced Worker Test (EWT) level.

The novice N402 NPORS/A40 CPCS training course is suitable for anyone and provides entry-level training in working as a slinger signaller. To qualify for experienced worker slinger signaller training you will need evidence of experience working in a role as a slinger signaller.

The CPCS Slinger Signaller A40 course aims to provide slinger signallers with the knowledge and skills they require to carry out their work to a high standard.

This course can be tailored to the individual as it is split into five separate qualifications, each of which is available at different levels of experience.

Candidates can choose from the following different slinger signaller qualifications:

• A40A: Slinger Signaller for all machines, including pick and carry duties.
• A40B: Slinger Signaller for static cranes only.
• A40C: Slinger Signaller for Lorry Loaders only.
• A40D: Slinger Signaller for 360 Excavators only.
• A40E: Slinger Signaller for Telehandlers only.

The course is also available at either foundation, foundation plus, or experienced worker refresher level, for those wanting to complete the course under CPCS.

Candidates should pick the course most suited to their role and level of experience, for most this will be the A40A course.

All learners will also need to have passed the CITB Health, Safety, and Environment test within the last 2 years to qualify to take this course.

Upon passing this course, you will:

• Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a Slinger / Signaller
• Be able to conform to manufacturers’ requirements as per technical data, conform to relevant regulations and legislation
• Be able to locate, identify and explain different types of lifting equipment and lifting accessories. Explain their basic construction, uses, applications and their functions
• Be able to interpret and extract information on all relevant documentation
• Undertake all pre-use checks on non-specialist lifting accessories and identify non-serviceable items
• Explain procedures for placing non-serviceable items out-of-service
• Identify and explain centres of gravity and calculate estimated weights of loads
• Set up exclusion zone explaining actions required for emergency actions, identifying any overhead hazards
• Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for Slinger / Signaller use
• Secure various types of loads to a hook using the relevant lifting accessories and procedures ensuring load balance, security and integrity
• Direct and guide the movement of loads to different types of location using different methods of communication
• Environmental considerations
• Carry out all out of service and securing procedures

Entry requirements

This course is open to novice Slinger/Signaller operators with little to no experience.

Before taking this course, candidates must pass the Health, Safety, and Environment test for operatives (HS&E test). Please note, that this test certification is only valid for two years, so check that your test is still valid.

To view and book our upcoming course dates, please check out our training calendar.

Assessment

At the end of your training, you will be required to sit two assessments, a practical assessment, and a theory assessment.

The theory assessment is made up of a mixture of multiple choice and open questions.

On-site training

Our team of qualified and professional trainers offer on-site N402 NPORS/ A40 CPCS Slinger Signaller training. When you choose on-site training, our instructor will carry out the training at your place of employment.  On-site training can be very beneficial as it allows your training to be further tailored to your working environment and employer’s requirements.

Certification

If you do not yet hold a relevant NVQ, then upon completion of the N402 NPORS/CPCS Slinger Signaller training you will receive an NPORS Trained Operator card which is valid for two years from the date of your assessment.

If you require the CSCS logo on your card you can apply for a Red Trained Operator NPORS-CSCS card.

If you already hold the relevant NVQ, then once you have passed this qualification you will gain the NPORS Competent Operator card which is valid for five years from the date of assessment.

Upon completion, learners will be able to apply for their CPCS red trained operative card.

Grants and funding

The N402 NPORS/CPCS Slinger Signaller course is approved for CITB Levy funding. To find out if you may be eligible to receive help with the cost of your training visit the CITB website to find out more about the funding they offer.

FAQS

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by the NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) & CPCS (Construction Plant Competence Scheme).

Are there any prerequisites for this course?

Before enrolling onto this course, candidates must have passed the CITB Health, Safety, and Environment test for operatives (HS&E test) within the last two years.

If you wish to take the N402 NPORS Slinger Signaller assessment only without any training, then you will need to provide evidence of your prior experience working as a slinger signaller.

What is the course duration?

The duration of the course for N402 NPORS could be anything between one and three days, depending on your level of experience and requirements.

The full CPCS Slinger Signaller course is carried out over four days, (three days of full-time training and one assessment day).

Entry-level learners with no experience working as a slinger signaller are required to take the full course.

If you are experienced in the role and you simply require certification of your competence, then you may be eligible to take the assessment without completing any training. The assessment takes just one day.

Where does this training take place?

We have an approved test training centre in Burscough, Lancashire.

Click here for Google Maps directions to the training centre.

Training can also take place at your company’s premises if facilities meet the test criteria.

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This course will teach candidates Health and safety, pre-start check, controls, dangers, safety on getting on and off and all activities required to become both a Forward Tipping Dumper Ride-on Roller operator. The course has both theory and practical training with a test/assessment after the completion of the course to either CPCS., NPORS  or INHOUSE.

Course Content

• Health and Safety awareness before spending time on the machinery
• How to conduct pre-start checks of the dumper and roller prior to operating the machine
• Understanding of roles and responsibilities when operating the machinery on site
• Correctly mounting and dismounting the equipment
• Manoeuvring the dumper roller in and out of tightly confined spaces
• Receiving and discharging spoil from an excavator
• Travelling over varying terrain
• Hazards and dangers around the candidates i.e. underground apparatus, overhead cables, trenches and other workers and plant operators
• How to operate the roller to compact in straight lines, radii, supported edges and none supported edges
• Isolation and shut down of the dumper and roller

Courses Available

We offer courses accredited by the following competence schemes:

Course durations and tests will depend on which awarding body you require:

CPCS – The Construction Plant Competence Scheme is the most widely recognised accreditation scheme in the construction industry. Many organisations require that operators have CPCS cards, as part of their company policies. The A09 Forward Tipping Dumper course  and A31 Ride on Roller from CPCS will reward a red trained operator card on completion, enabling candidates to go on and undertake the relevant Level 2 Plant Operations NVQ to enable them to obtain a blue competence card.

NPORS – National Plant Operators Registration Scheme is a widely recognised accreditation specialising in the construction sector.  On successful completion of the course, delegates will receive a Red Competent Card which is valid for 2 years.  In that time delegates will be required to complete the relevant Level 2 Plant Operations NVQ in order to update their card to a Blue Competency Card.

In-House – If you need to provide additional safety elements to your employees, we can customise a training course to include all the elements and components that you require.

Who should attend?

Novice operators who need a full foundation course on the Forward Tipping Dumper and Ride-on Roller.

Experienced operators need only undertake the Technical Test (theory and practical elements), however, familiarisation training is recommended. Please call us on 016955 58420 for details.

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Course Objective

• Identify the basic construction and components, and the purpose and use of all controls and gauges.
• Identify and comply with manufacturer’s instructions in accordance with the operator’s handbook; other information sources i.e., Load charts and applicable regulations.
• Explain all relevant documentation.
• Carry out all pre-use and running checks.
• Configure the telescopic handler for site and road travel.
• Travel over differing types of terrain, including rough undulating ground (not applicable for Industrial Telescopic) and substantial inclines, both with and without a load.
• Manoeuvre in confined areas using forward and reverse direction, both with and without a load.
• Set the telescopic handler to lift various loads.
• Lift and place various loads within the full working range of the telescopic handler.
• Ensure load integrity and security.
• Transport Loads
• Place and retrieve loads accurately at various places.
• Place and retrieve loads from a vehicle bed or trailer.
• Keep within safe working parameters.
• Place the machine in an out-of-service condition.

Course Duration

Entry Requirements

Who should attend?

Certification

Further Development

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Crane/Lift Supervisor course is suitable for any delegate that will be responsible for overseeing and supervising crane lifting operations.  It consists of three days of practical and classroom-based teaching, culminating in a one-day assessment.

The course is suitable for novice and experienced crane handlers. The course meets government health and safety regulations, designed to ensure that operators and others work in a safe environment. Candidates will learn how to identify, analyse, and overcome the potential hazards faced when using cranes.

Course Objective

The course is aimed to meet the requirements of the British Standard Code of Practice for the Safe Use of Cranes, BS7121.
BS7121 offers guidelines on best practices and a failure to meet the standards means infers that a company or organisation has failed to meet the proper standards in providing a safe place of work.

Participant Requirements

Every course is tailored to the requirements of attendees, ensuring the best chance of successfully completing the course. Attendees are asked to divulge their level of experience and knowledge when they meet the course instructor.

Delegates must have passed the CITB Health, Safety and Environmental Touchscreen Test for Specialists/Supervisors within the past 2 years. It is also necessary for attendees to have a good working knowledge of writing and spoken English.

Who Should Attend?

The Crane/Lift Supervisor course is aimed at delegates of all skill levels. We will teach delegates everything from the basics of crane operation through to the analysis of risks and the implementation of a risk aversion strategy. As such, the Crane/Lift Supervisor course is suitable for people of all skills and with any level of experience operating cranes.

What Will Participants Learn?

The Crane/Lift Supervisor training course combines theoretical and practical elements. Delegates will learn the specifics of BS7121 and other relevant standards. They will learn to successfully complete risk assessments to identify and mitigate hazards.

Students will be able to complete a Method Statement to detail safe systems work and how to select and use the most appropriate crane according to prevailing conditions, the type and properties of the load to be moved, and other factors.

• Legislation, regulations and Codes of Practice relating to lifting duties
• Observing British Standard 7121
• Completing risk assessments
• Safe systems of work including method statements
• Taking personal responsibility
• Different types of cranes and associated terminology
• Understanding crane documentation
• Understanding crane stability, duty charts and safety devices
• Crane appreciation
• Understanding the roles of crane supervisor and appointed persons
• Preparing exclusion zones

Course Specifics

The course lasts a total of three days. This includes two days of practical and theory education, as well as a full day of examination and testing. Candidates do not need previous experience but should have the appropriate site experience.

CPCS – The Construction Plant Competence Scheme is the most widely recognised industry body, and some organisations require that their operatives hold a CPCS competence card as standard. At SB Skills we offer the CPCS A33 lorry loader training course.  On successful completion of the course all delegates will be awarded a Red Trained Operators card valid for 2 years.  Delegated can undertake the Level 2 Plant Operations NVQ to enable them to upgrade this card to a Blue Competency Card.

NPORS – The National Plant Operators Registration Scheme also meets legislative requirements. It commonly operates in the construction, demolition, and rail industries, and it offers a cheaper alternative to the CPCS scheme.  On successful completion of the course all delegates will be awarded a Red Trained Operators card valid for 2 years.  Delegated can undertake the Level 2 Plant Operations NVQ to enable them to upgrade this card to a Blue Competency Card.

In-House – Many operators will have additional roles and competencies within the business, which means that they will need additional health and safety training. At SB Skills we are happy to customise a training course so that it meets all of the safety requirements of your business. Call us and see how we can

Crane/Lift Supervisor Training From SB Skills

SB Skills Solutions Ltd is a leading provider of safety training courses, including the CPCS crane supervisor certificate. We combine practical and theoretical education, are fully accredited by the appropriate boards, and our instructors are highly qualified and fully trained, ensuring that we can offer effective training to all participants. Browse our full selection of courses from boards including CPCS, online, or call us on 01695 558420 and speak to one of the team and book for you or your employees.

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The test incorporates both theory and practical elements. The test includes a question and answer session and a practical test that will last for just under one hour. Whether you choose a course accredited by CPCS or NPORS, the candidate will be trained to meet the minimum regulatory safety standards required.

At SB Skills Solutions Limited, we offer courses from all boards, and we can tailor our training according to the current skill level of delegates. Whether your employees are complete HIAB novices or have some experience in the use of cranes and lorry loading equipment, we can provide the training required to get them through the test.

We can also incorporate other elements of health and safety that are specific to your business requirements and how the equipment will be used. Although this might not be a legislative requirement, it does ensure that your site is secure and safe.  It also shows your organisation’s dedication to providing a safe working environment for all your employees. Browse all of our safety training courses on our site or call us with any questions or queries you have.

Participant Requirements

In order to successfully complete the test, candidates will need to possess a good working knowledge of both written and verbal English. It is also necessary that any interest part has completed the Construction Skills Health and Safety Course touch screen test within the past two years.

Who Should Take Lorry Loader Training?

Lorry loader training courses should be taken by anybody that will operate a HIAB crane. As well as regular operators that use the machinery on a daily basis, any occasional or cover staff need the proper training too. Managers and supervisors might also be considered for lorry loader courses, if there is likely to be a time when they have to operate the machinery.

Course Objectives

The overall goal in lorry loader training is to ensure the safe and efficient use of HIAB style cranes. This also ensures that loads are secure for transit, according to current regulatory and legislative requirements.

What Will Participants Learn?

The lorry loader training course aims to ensure that operators can use the machinery in a safe and efficient manner. They will be taught how to choose the right equipment and machinery, including which HIAB crane is right for the load being lifted. They will be taught to conduct proper pre-use checks and to safely shut the machinery down and store it when a shift is completed. Delegates will be taught best practices and regulatory safety requirements for the loading and unloading of vehicles. The course covers the following topics:

• Pre-use checks of the crane and carrier vehicle
• HIAB crane configuration for a variety of tasks
• Preparing the vehicle for transport on public highways
• Removing and reattaching the bucket
• Correct procedures for loading and unloading
• In and out of service conditions, and how to set the machine to each

Course Accreditation

We offer courses accredited by the following competence schemes:

Course durations and tests will depend on which awarding body you require:

CPCS – The Construction Plant Competence Scheme is the most widely recognised accreditation scheme in the construction industry. Many organisations require that operators have CPCS cards, as part of their company policies. The A36 Lorry Loader course from CPCS will reward a red trained operator card on completion, enabling candidates to go on and undertake the relevant Level 2 Plant Operations NVQ to enable them to obtain a blue competence card.

NPORS – National Plant Operators Registration Scheme is a widely recognised accreditation specialising in the construction sector.  On successful completion of the course, delegates will receive a Red Competent Card which is valid for 2 years.  In that time delegates will be required to complete the relevant Level 2 Plant Operations NVQ in order to update their card to a Blue Competency Card.

In-House – If you need to provide additional safety elements to your employees, we can customise a training course to include all the elements and components that you require.

Lorry Loader Training From SB Skills Ltd

Whether you want certificates accredited by CPCS, NPORS or INHOUSE, SB Skills Solutions Ltd is an accredited safety training company offering courses to delegates from across the country. We can tailor training to meet your needs and to ensure that delegates are trained according to their current skill levels. We can also incorporate additional safety training elements if you want to be sure of the highest safety standards. Browse the courses we offer online or call us on 01695 558420 to talk about any of the courses we offer and how we can tailor them to your needs.

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The Crawler Tractor/Dozer training course is aimed at delegates that want to learn how to safely operate and manage track-based crawlers like dozers and crawler tractors. We offer courses accredited by CPCS, NPORS or INHOUSE.   All accreditations requires delegates to complete and achieve either a theory and practical tests that will vary in duration depending on the accreditation required.  On successful completion delegates will  receive an accredited operator card, which for NPORS and CPCS will be valid for 2 years in which time all candidates will be required to complete the Level 2 Plant Operations NVQ in order to upgrade the Red Card to a Blue Competency Card.

Course Objectives

The objective of crawler training is to teach the safe operation of these potentially dangerous machines. Candidates will be taught to a level that meets Health and Safety Executive regulations and successful candidates will receive certification. Employers sending their workers on the course can ensure that they provide a safe working environment for employees and other site users.

Participant Requirements

SB Skills tailors the content of its courses to the specific requirements of delegates. Delegates can discuss their relevant experience with the instructor to ensure that they get the level and specific instruction they require.

All candidates need to have a good understanding of written and spoken English to complete the course. They must also have taken a Construction Skills Health and Safety touch screen course within the past two years.

Who Should Attend?

Crawler dozers and tractors are potentially dangerous and damaging machines. They are used to move heavy loads and transport earth and materials around site. Their size and operation mean that the poor use of machinery can lead to accidents and injuries.

It is the responsibility of site owners and employers to ensure the safety of all people on site. As such, any employee or worker that will be using this type of machinery should have the skills and knowledge to operate the machinery safely. The Crawler dozer/tractor training course is suitable for any individual that will be using this type of machinery.

What Will Participants Learn?

Delegates will be taught general construction safety awareness skills. They will learn the roles and responsibilities of people on-site, and how their own role fits into this.

Delegates will also be taught the basic operation of machinery, according to manufacturer instructions. They will learn to conduct pre-use safety checks and how to traverse a variety of grounds and ground types. Candidates will also learn to construct ramps and how to safely create stockpiles.

• Construction Safety Awareness
• Roles and Responsibilities
• Preparing for Work
• Travelling and Manoeuvring
• Setting up for Work
• Working Tasks
• Shutting Down
• Theory Test Learning

Course Boards

CPCS – The Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) is the most widely recognised qualification for construction related training. While it is not a legal requirement that crawler operators hold a CPCS accredited card, but it is company policy for some organisations. Contact us today about crawler tractor/dozer A34 training from CPCS.

NPORS – National Plant Operators Registration Scheme is now widely accepted across all sites in the UK and training/testing can either be delivered at our bespoke training venue in West Lancashire or can be delivered on your site.

In-House – We can tailor training to meet the specific requirements of your organisation. Every organisation, and every site, has different requirements and poses its own unique risks. Our customised in-house training allows you to offer training in the specific health and safety aspects of working on your site. It shows a dedication to the safety of your staff.

Crawler Tractor Dozer Training From SB Skills

SB Skills is a dedicated safety training company based in Skelmersdale, Lancashire. We offer a large selection of health and safety training courses, including NPORS and CPCS crawler tractor/dozer training. Browse the site to see the courses we offer or call us on 01695 558420 if you have any questions about the courses we offer or to see how we can tailor training to the needs of your business and your employees.

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Like any heavy machinery, dump trucks can be dangerous if they are not operated properly, and it is the responsibility of employers and site managers to ensure that their employees, visitors, and third parties are offered a safe working environment. Dumper truck training courses ensure that delegates have the skills and knowledge necessary to ensure the safe use of this type of machinery or vehicle.

What is on the course?

Courses are available from industry relevant accreditation boards including CPCS, and the experienced SB Skills Solutions team can create and offer a customised training solution to your employees. This ensures that delegates are compliant with health and safety regulations, and further ensures that they have the core competencies to safely operate any machinery required. SB Skills Solutions Ltd’s instructors are qualified and experienced, and we can provide training to operators of any skill level.

Course Objective

The objective of dumper driver training is to ensure the safety of sites where this machinery is used. The machines are heavy and can be potentially dangerous. Users will work towards receiving accreditation from the relevant board. In the case of CSPS dump truck training, the objective is for the candidate to successfully achieve their blue competence card.

Participant Requirements

Our safety training courses are geared towards those working in the construction and related industries. We offer practical and theory training, which means that all candidates should possess good English writing and verbal communication skills to ensure the successful completion of the training.

All candidates must have taken a Construction Skills Health and Safety touch screen test within the past two years to participate in the course.

Who Should Attend

ADT training is an important health and safety requirement for dumper truck operators. Any employee that uses these vehicles on a regular basis should take the course, while supervisors and managers that may need to supervise or even take over the operation of these machines should also enrol. We can offer training to individuals from your organisation, as well as to groups.

What Will Participants Learn?

It is important that operators learn how their machinery and their working processes fit into the overall safety of a site. As such, an overall understanding of construction safety will be taught. Candidates will be taught how to assess the safety requirements of a site, how to conduct pre-checks of the machinery, and how to safely operate the dumper truck. They will also receive training on the safe shutdown and storage of the dump truck.

• The risks of using quick hitch devices, and how to safely use them
• Current safety regulations governing dump truck use
• How to operate the machine to a minimum standard
• Fitting and operating ancillary equipment
• Siting the machine safely and efficiently
• Carrying out minor adjustments and routine servicing procedures
• Preparing the machine for travelling on the public highway
• The capabilities of each machine, its purpose and limitations
• All safety precautions necessary for the correct operation of the machine
• How diesel engines work and how various parts of the machine operate
• Which routine adjustments and servicing procedures are necessary, and how to carry them out

Course Accreditation

We offer loader compressor training from the following boards:

CPCS – The Construction Plant Competence Scheme is the most widely recognised accreditation scheme in the construction industry. Many organisations require that operators have CPCS cards, as part of their company policies. The A56 Rear Tip Dump Truck course from CPCS will reward a red trained operator card on completion, enabling candidates to go on and undertake the relevant Level 2 Plant Operations NVQ to enable them to obtain a blue competence card.

NPORS – National Plant Operators Registration Scheme is a widely recognised accreditation specialising in the construction sector.  On successful completion of the course, delegates will receive a Red Competent Card which is valid for 2 years.  In that time delegates will be required to complete the relevant Level 2 Plant Operations NVQ in order to update their card to a Blue Competency Card.

In-House – If you need to provide additional safety elements to your employees, we can customise a training course to include all the elements and components that you require.

Contact us with your specific training needs to discuss what we can do for your business.

Dumper Driver Training From SB Skills Solutions Ltd

SB Skills Solutions Ltd is a training company offering courses to individuals and businesses within the construction, mining, engineering, and other industries. We are fully accredited, provide access to courses from a host of suppliers, and we can also tailor courses and modules to better meet the needs of your business. Call us to discuss your training requirements or to book a course, on 01695 558420. Alternatively, you can check out the courses we offer, right here on our website.

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Only through the proper use of a loader securer can your company be sure that goods will not be damaged and people will not be injured. As an employer, it is your responsibility to ensure the safety of a site. This means providing equipment that is well maintained, offering safety equipment to your employees, and it also means that you need to offer safety training to your employees.

Loader securer training initially gives delegates an understanding of health and safety laws, and how they fit into the process of providing a secure environment. It also teaches everything from required pre-use checks to the safe shutting down of the machinery at the end of a shift, and how to conduct routine and simple maintenance to ensure the ongoing safety of the machine.

SB Skills Solutions Ltd is a leading provider of health and safety training to the construction, engineering, manufacturing, and other industries. We offer loader securer safety training accredited by CPCS, and we can tailor any of our courses to meet the exact requirements of participants and employers. Browse the courses we offer online or call us with any questions or queries you have.

Participant Requirements

The loader securer training courses includes theory and practical elements. As such, all candidates must possess a good working standard of both written and verbal English communication. Furthermore, all candidates must have successfully completed the Construction Skills Health and Safety Course touch screen test to show basic understanding of on-site health and safety.

Who Should Take Loader Securer Training?

Any employee that will be operating a loader securer should have proper safety training to ensure that they can safely operate the heavy machinery while on-site and on the public highway. Managers and supervisors can also take the training.

Course Objectives

The aim of the loader securer course is to ensure that participants can safely and efficiently operate loader securer machinery. Participants will learn the operations of the vehicle, as well as how to identify and mitigate hazards on-site. Candidates work towards certification from the relevant accreditation body. In the case of the A49 or A50 loader secure training courses from CPCS, the delegate will also receive their red competence card.

• What Will Participants Learn?
• Loader securer roles and responsibilities
• Machine types and components
• Manufacturer instructions and requirements
• Pre-use checks
• Loading and unloading the vehicle
• Preparing the vehicle for transport on public highways
• Identification of hazards and action taken to avoid or mitigate them
• Loading and unloading items on and off a trailer
• Legislative requirements for load transportation
• Plant shut down procedures

Course Accreditation

At SB Skills Solutions Ltd we can tailor course content to meet the specific requirements for your business. We offer courses accredited by the following competence accreditation boards:

CPCS – The Construction Plant Competence Scheme is a widely recognised accreditation board that operates primarily in the construction industry. It has a range of courses, including STGO loader securer training and non-STGO courses. Successfully passing the course will result in the delegate also receiving a red competence card. We offer both A49 and A50 loader securer CPCS courses.  The A49/A50 loader securer course from CPCS will reward a red trained operator card on completion, enabling candidates to go on and undertake the relevant Level 2 Plant Operations NVQ to enable them to obtain a blue competence card.

NPORS – National Plant Operators Registration Scheme is a widely recognised accredited board and is an alternative to CPCS but is widely accepted on all major UK construction sites.  On successful completion of the course, delegates will receive a Red Competent Card which is valid for 2 years.  In that time delegates will be required to complete the relevant Level 2 Plant Operations NVQ in order to update their card to a Blue Competency Card.

In-House – Our team has experience in offering custom training courses to delegates from businesses and organisations across the country. We can incorporate additional elements to create a bespoke training solution that perfectly matches the needs of your business.

Loader Securer Training From SB Skills Solutions Ltd

Loader securer training gives candidates the knowledge of relevant health and safety. It teaches the safe and efficient use of the machinery, as well as how to site it, use it, and also transport it. We can train delegates of any current skill level, and tailor our training to the needs of your company and site. Browse the courses we offer here on our site, or call us on 01695 558420 with any questions about the safety training we offer.

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