Forward Tipping Dumpers

The Aim of the Course is to:

Provide the candidate with the basic knowledge and practical skills involved in operating a Forward Tipping Dumper.

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.

• Understand the causes of instability of the truck and the load. Carry out a pre-shift inspection.

• Be able to operate safely under varying site conditions.

• Be able to position the vehicle for loading from and dumping into excavations etc..

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

Who Do We Recommend Attends The Course?

All personnel required to drive a Site Dumper or Dump Truck.

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

• Driving loading and unloading

• 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.