WHO ATTENDS
This is course provides training in the non operational movement of plant machinery and is aimed at operators who won’t be required to operate plant machinery to its full capacity.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
For learners that require the ‘HS&E TESTED Logo’
displayed on their card they must have passed the
CITB Operatives Health, Safety and Environment Test
within the last 2 years.
Learners must also have a good understanding of
spoken and written English.

ABOUT NPORS
The National Plant Operators Registration Scheme is
one of the UK’s leading Accreditation and Registration
Bodies, working across the Construction, Industrial,
Utilities, Warehousing and Distribution, Agricultural,
Ports and Marine sectors. NPORS maintains both
national and international standards by working with
industry and Accredited Training Providers.

ASSESSMENT
The NPORS Assessment includes a Theory Evaluation
made up of open and multiple choice questions and a
NPORS Practical Assessment.

CERTIFICATION
Certification for this course is valid for 5 years.

BENEFITS
Upon successful completion of this course you will:

• 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 manufacturer’s and legislative requirements
• Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for plant
  mover use
• Prepare machinery for use and operate machinery
  safely and efficiently
• Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work
  area
• Environmental considerations
  Storage and transport of machinery attachments
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of
  loading and unloading procedures for machine
  transportation
• Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures