Excavator 360

The 360° Excavator is the most essential piece of heavy plant on any construction, demolition, or civil engineering project. Our NPORS Excavator 360° (N202) course provides operatives with the comprehensive skills required to master this powerful machine. From precision digging and trenching to high-volume material loading and site reinstatement, this training ensures your team operates with maximum efficiency and total safety

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Description

Course Overview

Mastering a 360° excavator requires a sophisticated understanding of machine stability, hydraulic precision, and site-specific hazards. This course is designed to take learners from basic machine familiarisation to advanced operational competence.

Candidates will receive intensive hands-on training at our centre, learning to navigate varying terrain and execute complex excavating tasks in both open and confined areas. The curriculum covers critical safety protocols, including pre-operational checks, the safe use of quick hitch systems for fitting attachments, and the management of underground and overhead services to prevent site accidents.

What You Will Learn

Upon successful completion, candidates will be competent in:

Machine Operations: Locating and identifying major components, steering, driving, and braking controls.
Pre-Operational Safety: Conducting statutory checks in accordance with manufacturer and legislative requirements.
Manoeuvring: Safely moving and stopping the machine, and configuring it for travel across varying and rough terrain.
Excavating Tasks: Correctly configuring the machine for specific digging duties and executing precise excavations.
Material Handling: Safely loading material onto transporting vehicles or into containers.
Site Reinstatement: Grading and levelling ground to restore the area after excavation is complete.
Attachment Management: Safely fitting and removing various machine attachments.
Shutdown Procedures: Executing all end-of-shift and shutdown protocols to secure the machine.

Course Durations & Eligibility

Novice Duration: 10 Days.
Existing Untrained Operator: 2–5 Days (Depending on experience).
Refresher / Experienced Worker Tests (EWT): 1 Day.
Class Ratio: Maximum 3 Learners : 1 Instructor : 1 Machine.

Testing & Certification

Candidates must pass a theoretical multiple-choice exam and a rigorous practical assessment. The practical test requires demonstrating competence in machine setup, safe travel, excavation to specification, and vehicle loading.

Upon successful completion, candidates will receive an NPORS card and certificate endorsing them for Excavator 360° (N202).