CPCS A48 Piling Rig – Bored Above 20 Tonnes

CPCS A48 Piling Rig – Bored Above 20 Tonnes Course Aims

The CITB A48 Piling Rig course aims to provide thorough practical and theoretical training in operating Piling Rigs – Bored above (A48) 20 tonnes to enable the candidate to competently and safely carry out the role and pass the CPCS Theory and Practical Tests.

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Learning Outcomes

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Describe the nature of the sector of industry and their role and responsibilities as a plant operator.
Name and explain the purpose of principle components, the basic construction, controls and terminology.
Confirm with Manufacturer’s requirements as per the operators handbook, other types of information source and the relevant regulations and legislation.
Undertake all pre-use plant checks.
Confirm and ready for travel.
Explain the procedures and precautions to be taken when travelling over rough, undulating ground.
Manoeuvre in confined spaces.

Position, configure and set for driven works.
Explain action required for hazards, underground and overhead services.
Accurately install displacement piles to completion.
Comply with signals and instructions.
Explain plant lifting requirements and limitations using a piling rig.
Carry out shut down and secure procedures.
Explain the de-rigging, loading and unloading procedures for machine transporting

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Workforce Skills Support has CITB-approved status, delivering CITB-assured courses as listed in the Construction Training Directory. We are recognised by CITB as well as the British Construction Industry as a training provider who can deliver good-quality training that meets industry-approved standards. We are part of the CITB’s automated grant payments system, making it easier for employers to book courses with us for their workers and be reimbursed for it.

Please note: There is a cap on how many times an employer can claim a short-duration course achievement grant. Check the CITB website for information on the number of claims allowed based on your last levy return.

If a candidate has been granted a grant for a particular course in their lifetime, they will not be eligible for grant again for the same course unless it has specific refresher standards published on the short-duration course register.

If refresher course standards do exist for a particular course, then only one refresher course is eligible in a lifetime for each candidate.

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The duration of the course can vary, but typically it ranges from 1 to 3 days. This includes both theoretical classroom-based learning and practical hands-on training.

Participants should have prior experience operating piling rigs and a good understanding of the health and safety requirements related to piling operations.

The course covers a range of topics, including:

Safe operation of piling rigs above 20 tonnes
Health and safety regulations specific to piling operations
Maintenance and inspection of piling rigs
Understanding ground conditions and their impact on piling operations
Communication and coordination on site
Emergency procedures and risk assessment

To achieve the Red CPCS Trained Operator Card, candidates must pass both the CSCS touch screen H+S test (within the last 2 years) and the CPCS Theory Test and the Practical Test.

To upgrade the Red CPCS Trained Operator Card, you will have to achieve, within 2 year, the relevant NVQ. For more information on required NVQ, contact us on 01623 287830.

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CPCS A48 Piling Rig – Bored Above 20 Tonnes