To book this course
NPORS N202 Excavator 360°
Essential training for safe, competent, and compliant 360° excavator operation
The NPORS N202 Excavator 360° course provides operators with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely and efficiently operate 360° excavators. Combining classroom-based learning with hands-on practical assessment, the course covers relevant legislation, hazard awareness, machine inspections, safe operating techniques, and correct excavation practices. On successful completion, candidates achieve a nationally recognised NPORS qualification, helping employers meet health and safety requirements while improving site safety and operational efficiency.
NPORS Excavator 360° (N202) Course Content
To provide knowledge and understanding in the following areas:
- Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a plant 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 steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions
- Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for excavator use
- Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements
- Safely mount and dismount the machine
- Start and stop the engine and safely move the machine off and stop it safely
- Configure the machine for travel and manoeuvre it safely across varying terrain in open and confined areas
- Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
- Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and correctly configure in readiness to carry out excavating tasks
- Carry out excavating tasks
- Load material onto transporting vehicles or into containers
- Reinstate excavation, grade and level ground
- Fit and remove attachments
- Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures