Course

NPORS Post rammer N041

NPORS

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

  • Pedestrian
  • Ride on
  • Hand-held

  • Attachment only

Card options

  • 5-year NPORS traditional card & certificate

Minimum age

16

Instructor

Bertie Tupper & Tuppco instructors

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What is a post rammer?

A post rammer, post driver, post knocker or fence driver is a tool used for driving fence posts and similar items into land surfaces. A weight is lifted usually using hydraulics and dropped on the post forcing it into the ground.

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
  • Select suitable type of post rammer relative to the work being undertaken
  • Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for post rammer use
  • Prepare the post rammer for use
  • Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area and set up exclusion zone
  • Operate machinery safely and efficiently
  • Environmental considerations
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation
  • Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures

Venue and equipment requirements

  • Suitable and safe area to operate and manoeuvre machine
  • 5 x suitable posts to be driven in
  • Varying terrain and slopes
  • Suitable and safe area to complete paperwork
  • Suitable welfare facilities
  • Post rammer
  • Operators’ manual

  • Risk assessment completed

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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 5 posts vertical in a straight line within 75mm from line
  • Post driven to 25% of its full length
  • Drive over uneven and sloping terrain

  • Reverse for 30 meters in straight line through restrictions

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

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