CPCS A59 Excavator 360 Degree Above & Below 10 Tonnes

What topics are covered by the course?

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 principle components, the basic construction, controls and terminology. Confirm with Manufacturer’s requirements as per the operators handbook, other types of information source and the relevant regulations and legislation. Undertake all pre-use checks. Configure and ready for travel (site and highway – where applicable). Travel over rough, undulating ground, steep inclines and level surfaces. Manoeuvre in confined spaces. Configure and set for excavating duties. Explain actions required for hazards, underground and overhead services. Excavate differing types of excavations in various types of ground. Grade, spread and level ground and materials. Place materials into transporting vehicles and hoppers. Attach and remove buckets. Lift, move and place basic slung loads. Carry out shut down and securing procedures. Explain the loading and unloading procedures for machine transporting.

Who should attend?

Operatives wanting the training and tests so that they can safely operate the 360 Excavator above 10 tonne. You will need to have taken the CSCS Operatives H&S Test within the last two years to attend this course.

What will I be able to do on completion?

On successful completion the delegate will be able to operate a 360 Excavator above 10 tonne.

How will I be assessed?

The delegate will be required to pass a Verbal Theory Test and Practical Test.