TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for operating an Industrial Counterbalance Forklift Truck.
>Click to view the NPORS N001 Industrial Counterbalance Forklift Truck - Forklift Training course
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for operating a Reach Lift Truck.
>Click to view the NPORS N003 Reach Lift Truck - Lift Truck Training
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for operating a Rough Terrain Lift Truck.
>Click to view the NPORS N009 Rough Terrain Lift Truck - Rough Terrain Lift Truck Training
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for operating a Telescopic Handler (Various sizes).
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for operating a Excavator Micro 360 (Up to 1 Tonne).
>Click to view the NPORS N016 – Excavator Micro 360 (up to 1 tonne) course
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
The aim of the Abrasive Wheels training course is to provide candidates with the basic knowledge and practical skills involved in the safe mounting and selection of Abrasive Wheels and Cutting Discs to the official NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) Standard.
>Click to view the NPORS N017 Abrasive Wheels Handheld Petrol Driven Cut Off Saw course
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require the knowledge and practical skills needed to safely carry out lifting operations using a 360 Excavator.
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for operating an Overhead Crane.
>Click to view the NPORS N104 Overhead Crane - Crane Operator Training
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for operating a Lorry Loader and all associated attachments.
>Click to view the NPORS N107 Lorry Loader - Lorry Loader Training
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for operating MEWP Boom.
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for operating MEWP Scissor.
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
Aimed at operators who work with the movement of plant machinery, and require an NPORS card.
>Click to view the NPORS N132 Plant Mover - Plant Mover Training
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course teaches you knowledge and practical skills in marshalling, moving, parking and working with Plant Machinery who require an NPORS card.
>Click to view the NPORS N133 Plant Machinery Marshal Training
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for operating a Telescopic Handler (Various sizes).
>Click to view the NPORS N138 Telescopic Handler - Suspended Loads course
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course provides safety knowledge and practical training in the safe use of tracked or wheeled excavators. To provide both theoretical and practical training to ensure the safe usage of an excavator including the safe and efficient operation.
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for operating a Rear Tipping Dumper either Rigid or Articulated all sizes.
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
The NPORS Crusher Training Course is designed to provide candidates with the skills and knowledge required in order to operate a crusher.
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for operating a Screener.
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
Discover Loading Shovel Training - Loading Shovel Licence. We provide outstanding construction qualifications & safety training in the UK. Visit our website.
>Click to view the NPORS N209 Loading Shovel Training - Loading Shovel Licence
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course provides safety knowledge and practical training in the safe use of Concrete Pump (Trailer mounted or Static).
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for operating a Skid Steer Loader (Bobcat).
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for operating a Road Roller / Ride on Roller.
>Click to view the NPORS N214 Road Roller Training - Ride on Roller Training
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course provides safety knowledge and practical training in the safe use of Dozers.
>Click to view the NPORS N215 Dozer Training - Dozer Excavator Course
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for operating a Grader.
>Click to view the NPORS N240 Grader Operator Course - Grader Training Courses
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
The aim of the Abrasive Wheels training course is to provide candidates with the basic knowledge and practical skills involved in the safe mounting and selection of Abrasive Wheels and Cutting Discs to the official NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) Standard.
>Click to view the NPORS N301 Abrasive Wheel Training - Abrasive Wheels Course
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This short course addresses both the theory and practical aspects of safely using a Cable Avoidance Tool (CAT) and Signal Generator (Genny). Students will be taught essentials on how to use the equipment before a practical element where they will be shown how to correctly trace and mark underground service lines. Training is delivered in line with HSG 47 for Avoiding Danger from Underground Services.
>Click to view the NPORS N304 CAT and Genny Training - Cable Avoidance Tools Course
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for carrying out Slinger/Signaller duties.
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card for carrying out Vehicle Marshalling.
>Click to view the NPORS N403 Vehicle Marshall Course - Vehicle Marshall Training
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require an NPORS card specific to Safe Working at Height.
>Click to view the NPORS N404 Safe Working at Height - Safe Working at Height Training
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
This course is aimed at people who require the knowledge and practical skills to work effectively and safely when using harness or fall arrest equipment.
>Click to view the NPORS N723 Harness Course - Harness Training Course
TYPE
Experienced & Novice
Aimed at operatives who are required to attach or work with machinery that require the operation of quick hitch systems and require an NPORS card.
>Click to view the NPORS N726 Quick Hitch Awareness - Quick Hitch Awareness Training
In order to apply for this card, the following requirements must be met; depending on the candidate's experience, these may change.
Candidates must be profiled by an ATP (Approved Training Provider) to ensure they are suitable for the chosen route, Depending on the outcome, the candidate will be recommended for an Experience Worker Test or a Novice course, which will conclude with testing.
Candidates must undertake training and testing conducted in line with the NPORS course objectives, learning outcomes, and training ratios
All Candidates must undertake NPORS theoretical and practical tests
This can be obtained with a valid health, safety & environment test for operatives ( last 2 years from the date of card claim)
Validity: The Red Trained Operator Card is valid for 2 years
Candidates are expected to have completed their NVQ qualification before the expiration of this card. However, a 12-month extension is available if the qualification is delayed (proof of relevant NVQ / SVQ registration is required for the extension to be granted).
Candidates must be profiled by an approved NPORS training provider to ensure they are suitable for the chosen route. Depending on the outcome, the candidate will be recommended for an experience worker test or a novice course, which will conclude with training and/or testing.
No, although the CSCS logo on the card can be preferred by sites as it demonstrates the operator has met the minimum health and safety requirements.
The card cannot be renewed. It can be upgraded to a Blue Operator card on completion of the relevant NVQ. The card can be extended for up to 12 months if the operator can prove they are registered and working towards the relevant NVQ.
You can find your local NPORS test centre for training by following this link: