NPORS N100 - NPORS Excavator as a Crane Experienced
The NPORS N100 Excavator as a Crane (Experienced Worker) Test Training Course is designed for experienced excavator operators who use the machine for lifting operations. This course refreshes essential knowledge and prepares candidates for the NPORS theory and practical assessments. It covers lift planning, safe slinging, load handling, stability, and compliance with lifting regulations. Successful candidates receive the NPORS Operator Card, confirming their ability to use an excavator safely as a crane.
Description
To provide knowledge and understanding in the following areas:
- Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator
- Be able to conform to manufacturers requirements as per technical data, conform to relevant regulations and legislation
- Be able to locate, identify and explain safe working loads, lifting capacity chart and explain different lifting configurations and working ranges
- Identify and explain different lifting procedures, explain what task could fall into each category
- Identify and explain centres of gravity, calculate estimated weights of loads
- Identify any overhead / proximity hazards
- Be able to agree the signal codes / hand signals, direction of movement, safe working and safe landing, placement zone with the slinger / signaller
- Ensure excavator is in a safe condition for attachments to be fitted
- Checked load integrity and security by carrying out trial lift
- Be able to lift and move a load to a designated position in a safe and controlled manner ensuring minimum uncontrolled movement
- Environmental considerations
- Carry out all of service and securing procedures.
(Added on to existing NPORS Excavator card only)
PPE
Safety Footwear
Hi Visibility Clothing
Safety Helmet
Prerequisites
NPORS 360 Excavator Operators card.
Previous experience using an Excavator as a crane.