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CPCS A36 - Lorry Loader Training

This CPCS Accredited course is aimed at delegates with little or no experience looking to learn how to operate a Lorry Loader (Hi-Ab)

CPCS/NOCN
This is a 4 day course which includes training and testing.
4 places max
This course is ideal for
Potential and existing operators who have received no formal instruction and those requiring refresher training.

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Course Aims

To provide thorough practical and theory lorry loader training, to enable the candidate to competently and safely carry out the role and pass the CPCS Theory and Practical Tests.

Course Content

  • Describe the nature of the sector of industry and their role and responsibilities as a plant operator
  • construction, controls and terminology
  • Conform with manufacturer’s requirements as per the operator’s handbook, other types of information source and relevant regulations and legislation
  • Explain all relevant documentation
  • Undertake all pre-use checks on the host vehicle and loader crane
  • Configure the vehicle and loader crane ready for travel
  • Position and configure the vehicle and loader crane for lifting duties
  • Explain action required for hazards, underground and overhead services
  • Programme / set-up and/or comply with Rated Capacity Indicators or Load Moment Indicators for lifting duties
  • Identify weights and centres of gravity of loads
  • Lift various loads using the full radius and slewing capabilities of the loader crane
  • Place loads accurately at designated positions including on/into and from the vehicle
  • Explain the use of, types and fitting of boom extensions
  • Minimise the swinging of loads
  • Secure loads on or in the vehicle
  • Explain different types of lifting accessories compatible with loader crane use
  • Carry out shut down and securing procedures
Our standard course covers A - Hook or B - Clamshell Bucket

Qualifications Obtained

This course will give delegates a CPCS Red Trained Operator card (on successful completion of both CPCS Technical tests) valid for 2 years. You must work towards and achieve your SVQ/NVQ in Plant Operations within these 2 years to upgrade to a CPCS Blue Competent Operator card.

You will be tested on either A - Hook or B - Clamshell Bucket which will be specified on your red card on completion of the course. This must be stated at time of booking. If both endorsements are required please contact the training team direct.

Entry Requirements

The relevant CITB Health Safety & Environmental test must be current and in date (completed within the last 24 months).
 

Additional Information

There may be a CITB Grant available to support the cost of training. Please see Grants & Funding for Industry Support - CITB or call 0344 994 4455 

Sibbald Training are an Approved Training Organisation with CITB, and will make the claim on your behalf if your company levy number is provided at the time of booking.

https://www.nocnjobcards.org/CPCS/
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