COURSE INFORMATION

Our N304 Cable Avoidance Training Course covers the below content:

- Introduction to the item of plant, the relevant controls and required PPE, along with safe mounting/dismounting practices

- Pre-start and running checks and explaining the major components of the machine, their features, benefits and associated risks

- General responsibilities of the operator, referring to the manufactures handbook for the specific item of plant being used

- Operating procedures in line with industry best practice and NPORS guidelines

- Safe parking and shut down procedures

NPORS Test:

Multiple-choice theory test (25 questions)

Practical Test

What cards are available on completion?

Successful candidates will obtain an NPORS card on completion, there are a number of different options available dependent on a number of factors including site requirements, prior experience/qualifications of those attending and whether their employer is CITB levy registered and wishes to claim grant on completion.

NPORS Traditional card (5 years)

Internationally the standard NPORS card, this lasts for between 3 and 5 years and is typically valid until the end of the month in which the NPORS assessment is completed. This version isn’t best suited to construction and is less accepted than the CSCS embossed alternative.

CSCS Embossed NPORS card

In more recent years the introduction of the NPORS CSCS card, which is embossed with the CSCS logo much like CPCS, has become widely accepted and requested across the UK by construction and construction allied industries. In order to obtain this version of the card, trainees need to have passed the HS&E test within 2 years at point of an NPORS ticket being applied for. This version of the card is more widely recognised across construction and construction allied industries.

Types of NPORS CSCS Embossed Card:

• NPORS CSCS Red Trained Operator card (2 years) - this card is issued on completion of training and/or the NPORS test, and is available for anyone who has a valid HS&E Health Safety & Environment test.

• NPORS CSCS Blue Competent Operator card (5 years) - this card can be issued to any operator that has undertaken NPORS training/testing and also holds a relevant NVQ.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

For learners applying for the NPORS CSCS Card, or for those requiring the ‘HS&E TESTED Logo’ displayed on their card they must have passed the CITB Operatives Health, Safety and Environment Test within the last 2 years.

A good understanding of spoken and written English.

ASSESSMENT

An NPORS Theory assessment made up of open questions and multiple choice answers along with an NPORS practical assessment.

CERTIFICATION

For entrants that wish to apply for the NPORS Traditional Card, there is no requirement to do an NVQ qualification. If the ‘HS&E TESTED Logo’ is required on the card, entrants must ensure they have attended and passed the CITB Operatives Health, Safety and Environment Test within the two years prior to application for the card.

New Entrant – No NVQ Held

Once successfully tested operators who do not hold the requisite NVQ with the units applicable to the category of plant achieved will be issued with a Trained Operator card valid for 2 years from the date they were tested. During the two year period they will be required to register for and achieve the requisite NVQ with the unit credits applicable to the category(s) of plant held on their Trained Operator card. On successful completion of this process a Competent Operator card will be issued valid for 5 years from the date of application. A CPD record / operator logbook will also be issued.

New Entrant – NVQ Held

Once successfully tested operators who do currently hold the requisite NVQ with the unit credits applicable to the categories of plant held on their NPORS card will be issued with a Competent Operator card valid for 5 years from the date they were tested. Operators in receipt of the Competent Operator card will also be issued with a CPD record / operator logbook. This will be an ongoing record of the operators continuous professional development and of their operating hours in the workplace.