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NPORS N214 Ride on Roller Training

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NPORS N214 Ride on Roller Training

Course Information

The NPORS N214 Road Roller Training Course is designed to provide trainees with the necessary skills and knowledge to safely and efficiently operate a road roller in various construction and industrial environments.

Who should attend ?

The course is aimed at individuals who are new to operating road rollers, as well as experienced operators looking to formalise their skills with an NPORS certification.
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NPORS N214 Ride on Roller Training Course Aims

The NPORS N214 Ride-On-Roller training course is aimed at people who require a formal qualification for operating a ride-on roller.
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Learning Outcomes

Here is a brief overview of the content of training.
  • Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator
  • Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used
  • Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
  • Be able to locate and identify key controls and explain their functions
  • Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements
  • Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for roller use
  • Prepare the roller for use and operate machinery safely and efficiently
  • Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
  • Operate machinery safely and efficiently
  • Environmental considerations
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation
  • Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures

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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.
There are no specific prerequisites for the course. However, a basic understanding of construction and machinery operation can be beneficial.
This highly interactive practical and classroom-based training course concludes with practical assessment and theory tests, demonstrating the candidate’s full understanding of the training.
Novice Operator: 3 Days, maximum of 3 candidates

Experienced Operator: 1 Day test only, maximum of 6 candidates

Location: Nationwide Delivery on-site
The assessment process includes both a written test and a practical demonstration of operating the road roller. Trainees must pass both components to receive certification.

For entrants that wish to apply for the NPORS Traditional Card, there is no requirement to have an NVQ qualification. If the ‘HS&E TESTED Logo’ is required on the card, entrants must ensure they have attended and passed the CITB Operatives Health, Safety, and Environment Test within the two years prior to application for the card and will have to achieve, within 2 years, the relevant NVQ.

For more information on required NVQ, contact us on 01623 287830.

You can find your local NPORS test centre for training by following this link:

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