Excavator 360° (CPCS A58/59) For Experienced Workers

Course Description

Aim

The Excavator 360° (CPCS A58/59) For Experienced Workers course provides instruction in correct operation of excavators for operators who will be using these machines on site. It provides training as referred to in the laws relating to work equipment and health and safety. 

Course Content

This course is accredited by the Construction Plant Competence Scheme and topics covered include:

  • Employer’s and employee’s legal responsibilities
  • Hazards arising from the use of excavators
  • Basic maintenance
  • Reversing
  • Pre-use inspection
  • Operational techniques
  • Trenching
  • Backfilling
  • Changing buckets

Assessment

Candidates will take a verbal test, and complete a practical assessment. Successful candidates will receive the CPCS A58/59 qualification.

Method of Study

This course is available In Classroom

Classroom Courses

  • Complete Course 2 days

Please Note

This course is for experienced operators only.

The two day experienced course will include theory preparation and machine familiarisation only (no practical training is included) therefore the candidate Is expected to be fully competent and confident with the full operations of the machine when they attend.

This CPCS A58/59 qualification can only be issued if the candidate has an in date CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test, which has to be achieved before undertaking the CPCS technical test.

Cancellations

Refunds of fees will only be made for written cancellations received at least 21 days prior to the start of the course (less a 10% cancellation fee to cover administration costs). However, we are happy to accept substitute delegates. Any changes to delegates should be notified, by telephone, as soon as possible.Bookings that are accepted within 48 hours are deemed confirmed and subject to payment, even if the delegate is subsequently unable to attend.

The programme of courses is correct at the time of publication. However, we reserve the right to alter or cancel the programme due to circumstances beyond our control.

Course Details

Accredited By:

CPCS

Duration:

2 Days

Typical capacity:

8

Typical cost per candidate:

795.00

Typical cost per course:

Classroom: £795.00

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