Course

Npors Forward Tipping Mini Dumper N139

Summary

Awarding body

National Plant Operators Registration Scheme – NPORS

Course type

  • On-site training and assessment
  • On-site Experience Worker Test (EWT) assessment only

Training course duration

1-3 days dependant on any previous experience

Novice candidates

3

Experience Worker Tests per day

6

Variations

  • Wheeled

  • Tracked

Card options

  • 5-year NPORS traditional card & certificate
  • 2-year CSCS trained operator red card

Minimum age

16

Instructor

Bertie Tupper & Tuppco instructors

What is forward tipping mini dumper?

A forward tipping mini dumper is commonly used on construction sites. It is used to transport large loads of materials across a site, usually on rough, undulating terrain. Its ability to handle a mixture of terrain and carry large loads makes it a flexible piece of equipment.

What does the Tuppco training course include?

  • 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 manufacturers and legislative requirements
  • Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for forward tipping mini dumper use
  • Prepare the forward tipping dumper for use and operate safely and efficiently
  • Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
  • Attach and set trailers, ready for operation
  • Environmental considerations
  • Storage and transport of implements and attachments
  • Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures

Venue and equipment requirements

  • Suitable and safe area to operate and manoeuvre dumper
  • Excavator/loading machine

  • Bulk material to load and move
  • Varying terrain and slopes
  • Suitable and safe area to complete paperwork

  • Suitable welfare facilities
  • Forward tipping mini dumper
  • Operators’ manual
  • Risk assessment completed

Theory Assessment

  • 20 multiple choice questions
  • 5 written questions
  • 4 marks per question
  • 80% pass mark required

Practical assessment criteria:

  • Pre use and operational checks

  • Drive through chicane forwards and backwards

  • Position for loading operation x 4
  • Drive over uneven and sloping ground

  • Demonstrate hill starts
  • Discharge the load over an edge or in excavation x 2

  • Discharge the load to form a stockpile x 2

  • Reverse 30 metres in a straight line

Pass mark is less than 20 penalty points and no mandatory disqualifications

Time allowed is 1 hour

Where does Tuppco deliver on-site training courses?

    Tuppco can deliver onsite training nationwide using venue and equipment supplied