N133 Plant Machinery Marshal

By the end of this training course, the learner will be able to answer questions on and perform the following:

• Have a basic understanding of the industry and the relevant legislation, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a Vehicle/Plant Machinery Marshal 

• Have knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular vehicle/machine to be guided 

• Have a good understanding of signs and signals, approved hand signals and different forms of communication 

• Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for Vehicle/Plant Machinery Marshal 

• Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area including stop blocks and tipping areas 

• Set up exclusion zone for loading/unloading 

• Guide machinery in a forward and reverse direction including confined spaces and 'blind areas' safely and efficiently

• Environmental considerations 

• Carry out all end of shift and shut down and parking procedures.
  

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

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

If you require your NPORS Operator Card to include the CSCS logo, you must have passed a CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test no more than two years before attending this course.

NPORS Operator Card (on successful completion of the course assessments).