CPCS - Wheeled Loading Shovel A21
Is the Wheeled Loading Shovel A21 course accredited by an official body?
Yes, this course is accredited and certified by Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS). This means every training provider advertising this course on this site must be an approved centre. In most cases the awarding body will audit the centre to ensure the correct standard of teaching.
What is the CPCS - Wheeled Loading Shovel A21 course?
Category: Plant-Operations · Level: Beginner
The CPCS Wheeled Loading Shovel A21 course is for people with limited or no experience who want to learn to operate a wheeled loading shovel.
You gain the CPCS trained operator card (red card) on passing the CPCS technical test at the end.
How long is the CPCS - Wheeled Loading Shovel A21 certificate valid for?
The CPCS Wheeled Loading Shovel A21 course certificate has 2 years validity.
It is recommended that you check with your course tutor for information on CPCS - Wheeled Loading Shovel A21 refresher courses and their recommended frequency, or the next-step qualification.
Who is the CPCS - Wheeled Loading Shovel A21 course designed for?
The CPCS Wheeled Loading Shovel A21 course is for people with limited or no experience who want to learn to operate a wheeled loading shovel.
What subjects does the CPCS - Wheeled Loading Shovel A21 course cover?
Undertake all pre-start, running checks and shut down procedures, mount and dismount
Explain precautions to be taken for underground and overhead services and other hazards
Prepare and configure the wheeled loading shovel for site and road travel
Place the machine in an out of service condition
Carry out excavations from an embankment of different materials and form stockpiles and ramps
Ensure load integrity and security
Explain loading/unloading procedures for machine transportation.
How is the CPCS - Wheeled Loading Shovel A21 course assessed?
4 days learning through a mix of classroom-based teaching and practical exercises
1 day assessment - CPCS technical tests