NPORS Skid Steer Loader

The primary objectives of this course are as follows:

• Equip participants with a fundamental understanding of the industry, including its potential dangers and the responsibilities of an equipment operator.
• Provide participants with a working knowledge of the specific skid steer loader, including referencing the manufacturer’s handbook.
• Enable participants to locate and identify major machine components and key controls while explaining their functions.
• Instruct participants on conducting pre-operational checks in compliance with manufacturer and legislative requirements.
• Teach participants the importance of identifying and maintaining appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for skid steer loader use.
• Cover all necessary safety checks within the work area.
• Instruct participants on preparing the skid steer loader for use, operating the machinery safely and efficiently, considering environmental factors.
• Provide guidance on the storage and transport of implements and attachments.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation.
• Ensure participants are familiar with end-of-shift and shutdown procedures.

The NPORS Skid Steer Loader (N212) course covers various essential topics, including:

• Introduction to the Industry: Understanding the industry, its potential hazards, and the operator’s responsibilities.
• Manufacturer’s Handbook: Gaining a working knowledge of the specific skid steer loader and referencing the manufacturer’s handbook.
• Machine Components: Locating and identifying major machine components, explaining their functions.
• Key Controls: Identifying and explaining the functions of key controls on the skid steer loader.
• Pre-operational Checks: Conducting pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer and legislative requirements.
• PPE: Identifying and maintaining appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for skid steer loader use.
• Safety Checks: Conducting all necessary safety checks within the work area.
• Operation: Preparing the skid steer loader for use, operating it safely and efficiently, considering environmental factors.
• Storage and Transport: Guidelines for the storage and transport of implements and attachments.
• Loading and Unloading: Knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation.
• End-of-Shift and Shutdown: Familiarity with end-of-shift and shutdown procedures.

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive an NPORS card. The type of card issued can vary depending on factors such as site requirements, prior experience/qualifications of participants, and whether their employer is CITB levy registered and wishes to claim a grant upon completion.

• NPORS Traditional Card (5 Years): This internationally recognized card is valid for between 3 and 5 years, typically expiring at the end of the month in which the NPORS assessment is completed.
• CSCS Embossed NPORS Card: This version of the card is widely accepted and requested across the UK by construction and construction allied industries. Trainees need to have passed the HS&E test within 2 years at the point of applying for an NPORS ticket to obtain this card.
  • NPORS CSCS Red Trained Operator Card (2 Years): Issued upon completion of training and/or the NPORS test, available to anyone with a valid HS&E Health Safety & Environment test.
  • NPORS CSCS Blue Competent Operator Card (5 Years): This card can be issued to any operator who has undergone NPORS training/testing and holds a relevant NVQ qualification.

Pre-Course Information: Candidates are expected to have a good understanding of spoken and written English. Additionally, operators must provide proof of having passed the CITB health, safety & environmental touch screen test within two years prior to their application.

If you have any further questions or specific requests regarding this course, please feel free to let us know, and we will be happy to assist you further.