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Return to shopModern heavy plant machinery is increasingly fitted with complex Machine Control Systems—such as Rated Capacity Indicators (RCI), Rated Capacity Controllers (RCC), and Machine Envelope Controllers (MEC). These onboard computers are designed to stop excavators and cranes from tipping over or striking overhead power lines. However, if an operator doesn't know how to correctly program the system's "virtual walls" or safely manage override keys, the safety system becomes useless.
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Description
Course Overview
This intensive 1-day training program is an absolute must for civil engineering, rail, and highways contractors whose operators work in highly restricted environments (such as under bridges, near live traffic lanes, or beneath high-voltage cables).
Delivered either at our 84-acre Huddersfield training facility or directly on your active site, this course bridges the gap between driving the machine and mastering its onboard technology. Candidates will be thoroughly trained on navigating display modules, testing sensors, and programming complex movement restrictions into the machine's computer.
What You Will Learn
Upon successful completion, candidates will be fully competent in:
Legislation & Risk Assessment: Understanding legal obligations under PUWER 98, LOLER 98, and the critical HSE GS6 guidelines for working near overhead power lines.
System Diagnostics & Setup: Conducting strict daily and start-up self-checks, testing slew sensors, and verifying the functionality of internal/external alarms and LED warning beacons.
Programming Restrictions: Masterfully setting up the Machine Control System parameters, including Height limits, Maximum/Minimum radius limits, Angular slew restrictions, and Twin / Multipoint Virtual Walls.
Managing Overloads: Understanding system messages regarding Approach to Overload, Stability Indication, and Hydraulic Limits, ensuring lifts are safely executed within the Safe Working Load (SWL).
Key Management: Understanding the strict protocols for using the Key Override function and the specific responsibilities associated with the Supervisor's key.
Course Durations & Eligibility
Novice / Refresher Course Duration: 1 Day.
Class Ratio: Maximum 4 Learners : 1 Instructor : 1 Machine.
Prerequisites: This is an advanced module. The learner must hold a current and valid equipment operator's qualification (such as a 360 Excavator ticket) prior to attending this course.
Testing & Certification
Candidates must pass an NPORS theoretical examination consisting of 15 questions (requiring an 80% pass mark). They must also pass a strict 45-minute practical assessment. The practical test requires candidates to successfully program the machine to operate safely around physical obstacles (using portable height and width goalposts) and execute a safe lift while monitoring the system's SWL data.
Upon successful completion, candidates will receive an NPORS Operator Card and certificate endorsing them for Machine Control Systems (N030).