Peterborough on site Digger Training
At Digger Training, we understand the importance of gaining practical,…
We specialise in delivering industry-accredited training for plant machinery and forklifts, trusted across UK construction and warehousing sectors. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned operator, we tailor every course to suit your experience, schedule, and site requirements.
At Digger Training, we provide high-quality training, testing, and accreditation services tailored for the construction industry. Our customers range from national construction companies to small local firms and self-employed operators looking to gain recognised qualifications and boost their career prospects.
Working in partnership with Digger Training is a hassle-free way for employers to stay compliant with health and safety regulations while ensuring their workforce remains skilled and certified. We pride ourselves on delivering a fast, reliable service — with quick turnaround times for cards, certificates, and verification documents upon successful course completion.
At Digger Training, we’re proud of our 98% pass rate and the glowing reviews from our trainees. Ready to start your journey?
Yes. Construction sites require a recognised card such as NPORS or CPCS.
No, unless you plan to drive the machine on public roads.
Minimum 16
Yes, but training is strongly advised for safety and insurance.
Yes, as long as they meet ID and language requirements.
Yes, with an NPORS-CSCS logo card.
Safety boots, high-vis clothing, hard hat, and gloves are typically required.
Novice: 4-10 days ( Depending on course, machinery, Group of people)
Experienced Drivers : 2-3 days.
Price depending on course, machinery, type and location.
Mini digger: landscaping/residential.
360 excavator: major groundwork/infrastructure.
No, novice courses cover all basics.
Risk assessments, lifting operations, trench work, and machine checks.
Mini digger plus 360 excavator for versatility.
You need a conversion course, usually shorter than full novice training.
Housing developments, civil engineering, landscaping, demolition. Highway
(Depending the region they live in)
£130–£160/day (entry-level), £180–£220/day (experienced).
Yes, especially with CSCS logo.
High due to ongoing housing and infrastructure projects.
Many employers overseas accept NPORS, particularly in Europe and the Middle East.
Every 3–5 years
You can retake after additional training.
Recommended every 3–5 years.
Yes, via a conversion course.
Cards typically last 3–5 years, depending on the scheme.
Yes, for self-employed operators or limited companies.
1–2 weeks is ideal. But we have many instructor so we are flexible.
Yes, nationwide.
We offer multilingual instructors or interpreters.
You must be fit to operate machinery safely.
Hire companies often require proof of training.
Our training centre pass rate is above 98% due to practical focus.
Yes, employers can check cards via the NPORS database.
Consider machine type, job role, and future career plans.
Yes, NPORS includes specialist lifting endorsements.
It can be combined with a Health & Safety test for CSCS requirements.
Site cards include CSCS logo; non-site cards are for industrial or agricultural use.
At Digger Training, we understand the importance of gaining practical,…
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