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CPCS A68 Plant Driving

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CPCS A68 Plant Driving

Course Information

The CPCS A68 Plant Driving Course allows candidates to demonstrate their competence in the safe operation of the plant machinery for a limited number of activities, such as moving, operating the hydraulic controls (but not working with them), and working with the plant on slopes and over rough terrain.

Who shouldattend?

The CPCS A68 Plant Driving course is ideal for mechanics and fitters who are required to test a machine after servicing or repairs but do not carry out the operational work the machine was designed for.
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CPCS A68 Plant DrivingCourse Aims

The CPCS A68 Plant Driving course aims to provide thorough provision of both practical and theory-based training in operating all types of plant machinery and allows the candidate to competently and safely carry out the role and pass the required CPCS Theory and Practical Tests.
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Learning Outcomes

Here is a brief overview of the content of training.
  • Endorsements of 4 x chassis groups and further subdivided by weight
  • Options of non-operational and loading/unloading
  • Incorporation of loading/unloading
  • Travel
  • Manoeuvre
  • Positioning
  • Transferring
  • Mounting
  • Dismounting
  • Maintaining safety

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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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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about this course? Here is a compilation of our most frequently asked questions.
The course covers a variety of plant machinery, including but not limited to excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and dump trucks.
To be confirmed upon completion of the initial analysis, depending on experience.
No prior experience is necessary for the basic level of the course, but having some familiarity with plant machinery can be beneficial. Advanced courses are available for experienced operators.
Assessment typically includes a combination of practical demonstrations, a written test, and a verbal examination to ensure comprehensive understanding and ability.
Participants should bring appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment) such as hard hats, safety boots, and high-visibility clothing. Specific equipment requirements will be provided upon registration.

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 years, the relevant NVQ.

For more information on the required NVQ, please contact us or call us on 01623 287830.

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