THE AIM OF THE COURSE IS TO:
The aim of a Powered Handheld Breaker Course is to train participants to safely and efficiently operate powered handheld breakers, focusing on hazard awareness, correct handling techniques, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
WHO DO WE RECOMMEND ATTENDS THE COURSE?
The Powered Handheld Breaker Course is recommended for construction workers, demolition operatives, and site personnel who need to operate powered breakers safely. It is also suitable for supervisors and employers ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices.
COURSE SUMMARY
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Provides training on the safe and efficient use of powered handheld breakers.
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Covers machine components, controls, and operational techniques.
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Teaches pre-operation checks, maintenance, and safety inspections.
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Focuses on hazard recognition, risk assessment, and accident prevention.
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Includes practical hands-on exercises in breaking, demolition, and surface preparation tasks.
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Ensures compliance with health, safety, and industry regulations.
- NPORS Theory & Practical Assessments
LOCATIONS
Training and testing can be carried out at our training centre, or at your site premises providing site specifications can be met.
COURSE DURATION
1 Day
HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING / TESTING
Candidates are required to have passed the CITB Health, Safety & Environmental test within the past 24 months to obtain the NPORS CSCS Trained Operator card. This test is not mandatory for the Traditional card but can be added upon request.
TESTING / CERTIFICATION
All candidates will complete the Full NPORS Theory & Practical Test and on successful completion will be issued with A 5 year NPORS Traditional Operator card or a 2 year NPORS CSCS Trained Operator card.