Course

NPORS Rear tipping dumper N205

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

1-4 days dependant on any previous experience

Novice candidates

3

Experience Worker Tests per day

6

Variations

  • Wheeled

  • Tracked

  • Below 10 tonnes

  • Above and below 10 tonnes

  • Articulated

  • Ridged

Card options

  • 5-year NPORS traditional card & certificate

  • 2-year CSCS trained operator red card

Minimum age

16

Instructor

Bertie Tupper & Tuppco instructors

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What is a rear tipping dumper?

A rear tipping 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 rear tipping dumper use
  • Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
  • Prepare the rear tipping dumper for use & 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 dumper
  • Excavator/loading machine
  • Bulk material to load and move
  • Varying terrain and slopes

  • Suitable and safe area to complete paperwork

  • Suitable welfare facilities
  • Rear tipping dumper
  • 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 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 50 metres in a straight line through restrictions

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

Time allowed is 1 hour 30 minutes

 

Where does Tuppco deliver on-site training courses?

    Tuppco can deliver onsite training nationwide using venue and equipment supplied.

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