Soil & Landfill Compactors

The Aim of the Course is to:

Provide the candidate with the basic knowledge and practical skills involved in operating a Soil or Landfill Compactor.

The Objectives of the Course are to enable delegates to:

  • Be able to operate the machine safely and correctly in accordance with manufacturers instructions and accepted good practice.

  • Carry out a pre-shift inspection.

  • Be able to operate safely under varying site conditions.

  • Be able to carry out minor adjustments and routine services.

  • Have sufficient knowledge and practical skills to successfully complete the CPCS Technical Test.

Who Do We Recommend Attends The Course?

All personnel required to operate Soil or Landfill Compactors.

Course Summary

Candidates will participate in theory lessons and practical demonstrations / exercises, all of which are highlighted by the use of OHP & Videos covering;

  • An Introduction to the Construction Industry

  • Current relevant regulations

  • Introduction to machine Pre – shift inspections Controls and instruments

  • Coolant, fuel and lubrication systems

  • Spreading and compacting discharged loads of waste or suitable materials Spreading and compacting cover materials

  • Compaction of Pre-spread materials

  • CPCS Technical Test Theory Element

Course Duration

This depends on the experience and number of candidates, the ratio of candidates / machines per Instructor.

Health & Safety Training / Testing

Health & Safety Test Specific to your chosen category MUST be passed before a CPCS Technical Test can be Taken.

Testing / Certification

All candidates will complete the Full (Theory & Practical) CPCS Technical Test and on successful completion will be issued with a CPCS Red Trained Operators Card

Companies who are CITB Levy Payers can claim grants to cover some of the costs of the training and tests.