A42 Crusher

The course programme covers:

• Describe the nature of the sector of industry and their role and responsibilities as a plant operator. 

• Name and explain the purpose of principal components, the basic construction, controls and terminology. 

• Confirm with manufacturer’s requirements as per the operator’s handbook, other types of information source and relevant regulations and legislation. 

• Undertake all pre – use checks. 

• Configure and set for travel (mobile units). 

• Travel over rough, undulating ground and level surfaces.  

• Manoeuvre in confined spaces (mobile units). 

• Configure and set for crushing duties to produce aggregate to specified sizes. 

• Explain action required for hazards, underground and overhead services. 

• Crush differing types of materials. 

• Sort materials into graded sizes. 

• Control and maintain the work flow rate. 

• Use appropriate communication procedures before and during work. 

• Explain procedures for blockages and foreign object removal. 

• Clean down the machine and working area.    

The course is delivered through a combination of classroom-based tutorials and practicals. You will be assessed through theory and practical tests.  

You must have passed a CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test no more than two years before attending this course.

You must also have a good understanding of spoken and written English. Please contact us if you have any concerns in this area.

CPCS Red Trained Operator Card (on successful completion of the CPCS Technical Tests).