Loader Compression

The Aim of the Course is to:

Provide the candidate with the basic knowledge and practical skills involved in operating the Loader Compressor.

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 NPORS Technical Test.

Who Do We Recommend Attends The Course?

All personnel required to operate a Loader Compressor.

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
• Loading and levelling techniques
• Loading vehicles from a stockpile Starting and stopping procedures for the compressor, air hoses and tools Breaking out materials with compressed air tools
• NPORS 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

If the Health & Safety Test is Successfully completed & passed prior to taking the NPORS Assessment this will be added to the operator card.

Testing / Certification

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

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