Course Details
- COURSE PRICE: £375 (exc. VAT)
- NOVICE (BEGINNERS)
- COURSE PRICE: £375PP PER DAY + VAT
- DURATION: 5-7 DAYS
- CERTIFICATE LENGTH: 5 YEARS
- RATIO: 1-2 CANDIDATES
- ACCREDITATION: NPORS
- LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
- CONTACT US TO DISCUSS FUNDING OPTIONS AVAILABLE
- REFUNDS / CANCELLATIONS: PLEASE CONTACT THE TEAM AT HASWELL TRAINING TO CANCEL OR RESCHEDULE A BOOKING
- EXPERIENCED
- COURSE PRICE: £375PP PER DAY + VAT
- 1 - DAY - REFRESHER TRAINING & EXPERIENCED WORKER TEST.
- 1 - DAY TEST ONLY
- ALL COURSES INCLUDE A THEORY AND PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT. PLEASE NOTE THE THEORY ASSESSMENT WILL NEED TO BE COMPLETED BEFORE PRACTICAL TRAINING/ASSESSMENT WILL COMMENCE
- RATIO: 1-3 CANDIDATES
- ACCREDITATION: NPORS
- LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
- CONTACT US TO DISCUSS FUNDING OPTIONS AVAILABLE
NPORS EXCAVATOR 180 & 360 (ABOVE & BELOW) COURSE
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The NPORS N202 Excavator Training Course is designed for operators of 360 excavators both above and below 10 tonnes, to ensure safe, efficient, and fully compliant operation of these powerful machines.
Whether you're new to excavators or seeking formal recognition of your skills, this course delivers a blend of theory and practical training in line with NPORS standards.
Successful candidates will receive the NPORS Operator Card, demonstrating competence and compliance with UK Health and Safety regulations.
This training can be delivered at your Location or our Land.
Who should attend?
Novice or experienced excavator operators
Site workers in construction, utilities, groundworks and civil engineering
Employers requiring proof of operator competence
Operators needing refresher or conversion training
Available for both tracked and wheeled excavators.
What the Course Covers:
Legislation: PUWER, LOLER, Health & Safety at Work Act
NPORS & Operator card scheme overview
Excavator components and functions
Pre-use checks and defect reporting
Lifting operations with excavators
Hazards and risk assessments
Machine stability and load safety
Signaling and communication
Environmental considerations
Practical Training & Assessment:
Excavator pre-start and running checks
Safe and efficient operation
Trenching, digging, grading and backfilling
Lifting and placing loads (with slings/hooks)
Maneuvering in restricted areas
Shut-down and securing procedures
All courses include a theory and practical assessment. Please note the theory assessment will need to be completed before practical training/assessment will commence.
Please contact us to book this course 01603 394352 or email [email protected]
How this course will help you
To find out more information on this course or to book please contact us on 01603 394352 or email us [email protected]
The NPORS N202 course covers the safe use of 360 excavators, both above and below 10 tonnes, including tracked and wheeled types. It includes both theory and practical training, leading to an NPORS Operator Card upon successful completion.
Below 10 tonnes: Compact machines often used in housing, landscaping and utilities
Above 10 tonnes: Larger machines for construction, earthworks and heavy-duty digging.
We can certify operators in either category or both depending on the machine used during training.
No, we offer courses for Novice, Experienced and refresher candidates. We'll help place you in the right course based on your background.
Yes - if you want the NPORS-CSCS Card, you must pass the CITB operatives HS+E Test within 2 years of training.
If you don't need a CSCS logo, this test is not required.
Valid photo ID
PPE (hard hat, hi-vis, gloves, safety boots, eye protection)
Evidence of HS&E (for CSCS card holders)
We'll provide all course materials and documentation
