Sibbald Training
CPCS A41 - Loader Compressor
CPCS-A41 - Loader Compressor
This course is ideal for
Potential and existing operators who have received no formal instruction and those requiring refresher training.Loading availability...
Course Aims
To provide thorough practical and theory plant training in operating a loader compressor, 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
- Name and explain the purpose of principal components, the basic 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
- Undertake all pre-use checks
- Configure and set for site and highway travel
- Travel over rough, undulating ground and level surfaces; laden and unladen
- Manoeuvre in confined spaces
- Configure and set for loading operations
- Configure and set for pneumatic tool operations
- Explain actions required for hazards, underground and overhead services
- Sort and place materials into transporting vehicles and/or hoppers
- Clear spread materials
- Carry out compressor shut-down procedures and tool/equipment storing
- Carry out shut down and securing procedures
- Explain the loading and unloading procedures for machine transporting
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.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.