NPORS Agricultural Tractor

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the agricultural industry and its associated hazards, while recognising their responsibilities as operators.
• Gain a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the specific tractor to be used.
• Identify and explain the major components and key controls of the tractor.
• Safely set up an exclusion zone and conduct pre-operational checks according to manufacturer and legislative requirements.
• Select and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for tractor use.
• Prepare the agricultural tractor for operation and perform necessary safety checks at the work area.
• Attach and set trailers, mounted equipment, and PTO drives for operation.
• Operate machinery safely and efficiently, considering environmental factors.
• Understand storage and transportation procedures for implements and attachments.
• Demonstrate knowledge of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation.
• Execute end-of-shift and shutdown procedures in compliance with industry standards.

The NPORS Agricultural Tractor (N601) course covers the following key areas:

• Industry fundamentals and operator responsibilities.
• Manufacturer’s handbook familiarity and adherence to relevant legislation.
• Identification of tractor components and explanation of control functions.
• Pre-operational checks, PPE requirements, and safety zone setup.
• Tractor preparation and attachment of trailers, equipment, and PTO drives.
• Safe and efficient tractor operation, with consideration for environmental factors.
• Storage and transportation guidelines for implements and attachments.
• Loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation.
• End-of-shift and shutdown procedures in line with industry standards.

Awarding Body: NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) Certification: Certification varies depending on the operator’s qualifications:

• Existing NPORS Card Holder – No (S)NVQ Held: Trained Operator card, valid for two years, with a requirement to subsequently achieve the necessary (S)NVQ.
• Existing NPORS Card Holder – (S)NVQ Held: Competent Operator card, valid for five years, inclusive of a CPD record/operator logbook.

Please note that operators must provide proof of passing the CITB health, safety & environmental touchscreen test within the last two years and should possess a good understanding of spoken and written English.

For more information, visit the NPORS website or contact NPORS directly for validation of your certification.