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NPORS Excavator 180° and 360° (10 Ton and Over) Training
Accredited by NPORS | Recognised Nationwide and Internationally | Flexible Dates | All Levels Welcome
A 10-ton and over excavator is a powerful machine used for large-scale digging, bulk earthmoving, deep trenching, demolition, and material loading.
Essential on major construction sites, it offers the reach, force, and stability needed for heavy-duty groundwork, foundations, highways, and infrastructure projects.
Course Overview
This NPORS 180° and 360° Excavator Training course (for 10 Ton machines and over) equips delegates with the essential knowledge and practical skills to operate larger excavators safely, competently, and in full compliance with NPORS and UK health & safety standards.
Training includes a blend of theory, hands-on practice, safety guidance, and a final assessment to ensure you meet site readiness requirements for heavier plant.
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for
- Individuals looking to upskill from smaller machines to larger excavators
- Experienced operators requiring formal certification
- Plant and construction workers involved in large infrastructure or heavy civils
- Site managers or self-employed contractors needing NPORS proof of competence
What Will You Learn?
You will gain hands-on and theoretical understanding of
- Responsibilities of an excavator operator
- Safety protocols for operating larger machinery
- Machine setup and configuration for various terrains
- Deep trenching, bulk excavation, and material handling techniques
- Safe travel, slope work, and operation on uneven or restricted ground
- Lifting and loading into articulated dumpers and trucks
- Refitting attachments, including breakers and grapples
- Hazard management – underground and overhead services
- End-of-day procedures, inspections, and machine shutdown
Assessment Method
Theory Test
NPORS multiple-choice exam
Practical Test
On-machine performance and safety test
Course Includes
- Use of manufacturer’s handbook and technical controls
- Identifying load limits and stability factors
- Digging techniques for mass excavation and trenching
- Operating on gradients and soft ground
- Safe refueling, storage, and transportation
- Attachment selection, fitting, and removal
- Lifting, loading, and material placement
- Full compliance with HSE regulations and site safety
Skill Levels Available
Courses are tailored by experience level
- Beginner – Full hands-on and theory course
- Intermediate – For operators with limited practical exposure
- Expert – Accelerated pathway for experienced users
- Test Only – NPORS testing
Course Duration
Length depends on experience
- Beginner: 4–5 days (subject to group size)
- Intermediate: 2–3 days
- Expert / Test Only: 1 day (after skills evaluation)
Qualification You Receive
Upon successful completion
- NPORS Trained Operator Card (Traditional or CSCS Logo)
- Accepted across UK and international construction sites
- Traditional Card (5-Year Validity) – No NVQ required
- Progression route available to Blue Competent Operator Card
Why Choose This Course?
- Industry-recognised certification for heavy plant
- Vital for larger-scale infrastructure and civil engineering projects
- Delivered by accredited NPORS instructors with real-site experience
- Locations across the UK with weekend options available
- Compliant with HSE and site induction standards
Book Your Place Today
Whether you’re transitioning from smaller excavators or starting fresh, our team is ready to support you.