CPCS A37 Trencher
Course Aims
To provide thorough practical and theory plant training in operating a Trencher, 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 travel
- Travel over rough, undulating ground, substantial inclines and level surfaces
- Manoeuvre in confined spaces
- Configure and set for excavating duties
- Explain actions required for hazards, underground and overhead services
- Produce cut trenches in various types of ground
- Produce consistent depths of cut in level and uneven ground
- Cut trenches up and down inclines
- Explain techniques for radius cutting
- Place materials into transporting vehicles
- Carry out plant equipment shut down and securing procedures
- Explain the loading and unloading procedures for machine transporting
Duration of Training
Number of Training Days Required Novice (Less than 1 years or no operational experience) | Number of Training Days Required if an Intermediate (1-2 Years Operational Experience) | Number of training days required if experienced (2+ years operational experience) | Test Only Option |
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4 - 5 | 2 - 3 | 1 | 1/2 |
Test
To achieve the Red CPCS Trained Operator Card candidates must pass both the CSCS touch screen H+S test (within the last 2 years) and the CPCS Theory Test and the Practical Test. These plant operator tests can be viewed online at: www.cskills.org/centreandschool/cpcs.
Location
Your Own Venue (Must meet CPCS specifications)
Costs:
TESTING ONLY (½DAY)
Dates on application.1 weeks notice at a minimum.
£POA p/p * CITB Grant Available - Please see CITB website or call for details.
EXPERIENCED (2 DAYS SPLIT)
Dates on application.1 weeks notice at a minimum.
£POA p/p * CITB Grant Available - Please see CITB website or call for details.
NOVICE (5 DAYS CONSECUTIVE)
Dates on application.1 weeks notice at a minimum.
£POA p/p * CITB Grant Available - Please see CITB website or call for details.
For more information on our CPCS A37 Trencher training courses, give us a call today on 01189 700200 or use our enquiry form. We will go through your requirements and provide advice on what construction training courses best suit you.