NPORS Accredited Training

We provide a comprehensive range of NPORS accredited training courses delivered by our expert instructors.

Each course is designed to ensure operators achieve full competency while meeting all current safety standards and regulations.

Materials Handling Equipment

Industrial Counterbalance Lift Truck (N001)

Our counterbalance lift truck course provides comprehensive training in safe materials handling within industrial environments.

Operators learn essential skills including load assessment, stability principles, stacking techniques, and safe manoeuvring in confined spaces.

The course emphasises pre-operational checks, maintenance requirements, and the importance of load centres for safe operation.

Essential training for warehouse and industrial environments, covering:

  • Safe operating principles and weight assessment

  • Vehicle stability and load centres

  • Stacking and de-stacking techniques

  • Pre-use inspections and maintenance checks

  • Manoeuvring in confined spaces

  • Battery charging and fuel handling procedures

Telescopic Handler (N010)

This course delivers thorough training in telescopic handler operations, covering machine capabilities, load charts, and safe handling procedures.

Operators learn to manage various load types, understand forward reach principles, and safely operate at height.

Special attention is given to ground conditions assessment and stability during extended reach operations.

Comprehensive training for versatile telescopic handler operations:

  • Load chart interpretation and capacity limitations

  • Safe working practices at height

  • Ground assessment and machine positioning

  • Attachment changes and security checks

  • Operating with limited visibility

  • Travelling with loads on varied terrain

Telescopic Handler - Suspended Loads (N138)

Specialised training for handling suspended loads with telescopic handlers, covering load charts, stability considerations, and safe lifting procedures.

Operators learn about selecting appropriate lifting accessories, implementing correct slinging techniques, and maintaining effective communication during lifting operations.

  • Risk assessment for lifting operations

  • Load stability and movement control

  • Safe slinging techniques

  • Working with certified lifting accessories

  • Communication protocols

  • Emergency procedures

Excavator Operations

Excavator Micro (Up to 1 Tonne) (N016)

Focused training for compact excavator operation, ideal for work in confined spaces and precise digging operations. The course covers machine capabilities, safe working loads, and efficient operation in restricted areas. Operators learn about working around services, maintaining stability, and implementing appropriate excavation techniques.

  • Operation in confined spaces

  • Precise control techniques

  • Service location and protection

  • Attachment changing procedures

  • Transportation methods

  • Excavation techniques for small areas

Excavator 180 (N201)

Comprehensive training for backhoe loader operations, covering both front loader and rear excavator functions. The course includes safe digging techniques, bucket selection, and effective use of stabilisers. Operators learn about trench calculations, soil types, and working safely around services.

  • Safe operation of front and rear equipment

  • Excavation techniques and depth control

  • Loading operations and material placement

  • Stabiliser deployment and positioning

  • Site preparation and finishing

  • Transport position and road travel

Excavator 360 (N202)

Detailed training in the operation of 360-degree excavators, covering machine controls, safe operation, and efficient excavation methods. The course includes tracking over various terrains, working on gradients, and maintaining precise control. Operators learn about machine positioning and load placement techniques.

  • Machine positioning and setup

  • Excavation patterns and techniques

  • Load placement and material handling

  • Working on varying ground conditions

  • Trenching and grading operations

  • Safety around services and obstacles

Material Re-Handler 360 (N722)

Specialist training for waste management operations, covering safe material handling techniques and machine operation. The course includes attachment usage, load sorting procedures, and environmental awareness. Operators learn about specific safety considerations in recycling environments.

  • Safe material sorting techniques

  • Attachment selection and usage

  • Load handling and placement

  • Working at height considerations

  • Environmental awareness

  • Site safety and housekeeping

Excavator as a Crane (N100)

Specialist training for using excavators in lifting operations, covering load assessment, lifting techniques, and safety requirements. Operators learn about load charts, lifting accessory selection, and communication with banksmen. The course includes practical exercises in lift planning and execution while maintaining safety standards.

  • Load assessment and planning

  • Safe lifting techniques

  • Working with certified lifting accessories

  • Communication with banksmen

  • Lift planning and execution

  • Emergency procedures

Quick Hitch Awareness (N726)

Critical safety training focusing on the proper use and maintenance of quick hitch systems. The course covers different types of quick hitches, safe attachment procedures, and security checks. Operators learn about manufacturer specifications and implementing thorough verification procedures.

  • Types of quick hitch systems

  • Safe attachment procedures

  • Security checks and verification

  • Maintenance requirements

  • Risk assessment

  • Manufacturer specifications

Site Transport and Dumper Operations

Forward Tipping Mini Dumper (N139)

This course provides essential training in the operation of compact dumpers, covering safe loading, transportation, and tipping procedures. Operators learn about stability considerations, working on gradients, and site safety awareness. Special attention is given to operating in confined spaces and around other plant machinery.

  • Safe loading and unloading

  • Operating on slopes and rough terrain

  • Site transport procedures

  • Load security and distribution

  • Visibility considerations

  • Emergency procedures

Forward Tipping Dumper (N204)

This course delivers thorough training in site dumper operations, covering safe loading practices, stability considerations, and tipping procedures. Operators learn about site transport protocols, working on gradients, and maintaining load security. Special emphasis is placed on site awareness and safe working practices.

  • Safe loading techniques

  • Site transport protocols

  • Working on gradients

  • Load placement and tipping

  • Route planning and assessment

  • Safety around excavations

Plant Mover (N132)

Comprehensive training in the safe transportation of plant machinery, covering loading, unloading, and securing procedures. The course includes risk assessment, route planning, and the use of appropriate securing equipment. Operators learn about legal requirements, documentation, and emergency procedures.

  • Risk assessment and planning

  • Loading and unloading techniques

  • Securing methods and equipment

  • Transport regulations

  • Route planning

  • Emergency procedures

Site Safety and Support Operations

Excavation Marshall - Banksperson (N027)

Essential training for those supervising excavation operations, focusing on communication protocols and safety procedures. The course covers hand signals, radio communication, risk assessment, and the coordination of plant movements. Particular emphasis is placed on underground service awareness and maintaining safe working distances.

  • Communication signals and methods

  • Risk assessment and control

  • Underground service awareness

  • Safe working distances

  • Emergency procedures

  • Site coordination

Plant Machinery Marshall (N133)

Training focused on coordinating plant movements on site, covering traffic management, communication protocols, and risk assessment. The course emphasises the importance of exclusion zones, managing pedestrian interfaces, and maintaining site safety standards during plant operations.

  • Traffic management principles

  • Communication protocols

  • Risk assessment

  • Exclusion zone management

  • Pedestrian interface control

  • Emergency procedures

Vehicle Marshal (N403)

Focused training for those controlling vehicle movements on site, covering traffic management principles and communication protocols. The course emphasises pedestrian safety, site logistics, and risk assessment. Operators learn about managing vehicle movements in various site conditions.

  • Traffic management

  • Hand signals and communication

  • Risk assessment

  • Visibility considerations

  • Pedestrian safety

  • Site specific requirements

Loading Shovel (N209)

Comprehensive training in wheeled loading shovel operations, covering productive loading techniques and stockpile management. The course includes bucket filling methods, load carrying procedures, and safe working practices. Operators learn about material characteristics and efficient working patterns.

  • Safe loading techniques

  • Stockpile management

  • Material handling methods

  • Site transport procedures

  • Working pattern efficiency

  • Maintenance checks

Road Roller (N214)

Specialised training in compaction equipment operation, covering both smooth drum and pneumatic tyred rollers. The course includes compaction theory, rolling patterns, and achieving specified compaction levels. Operators learn about material behaviour and safe operation on gradients.

  • Compaction theory and practice

  • Rolling patterns and techniques

  • Material assessment

  • Edge work operations

  • Quality control

  • Site safety awareness

Safety and Awareness Courses

Abrasive Wheels Awareness (N301A)

Safety-focused training covering the selection, mounting, and use of abrasive wheels. The course includes wheel inspection, mounting procedures, and safe operation techniques. Operators learn about PPE requirements, risk assessment, and maintenance procedures.

  • Wheel selection and inspection

  • Mounting procedures

  • PPE requirements

  • Risk assessment

  • Safe operation

  • Maintenance requirements

Cable Avoidance Tools (N304)

Essential training in the use of cable detection equipment, covering different detection methods and signal interpretation. The course emphasises the importance of accurate service location and safe excavation practices. Operators learn about documentation requirements and emergency procedures.

  • Equipment types and selection

  • Detection methods

  • Signal interpretation

  • Safe excavation practices

  • Documentation requirements

  • Emergency procedures

Slinger/Signaller (N402)

Comprehensive training in load slinging and crane signalling operations, covering load assessment, lifting accessory selection, and communication methods. The course includes practical exercises in safe slinging techniques and implementing clear signalling protocols.

  • Lifting accessory selection

  • Load assessment

  • Communication methods

  • Safe slinging techniques

  • Lift planning

  • Emergency procedures

Fire Warden (N703)

Essential fire safety training covering prevention, emergency procedures, and evacuation management. The course includes fire equipment usage, risk assessment, and documentation requirements. Wardens learn about their responsibilities and implementing effective emergency responses.

  • Fire prevention principles

  • Emergency procedures

  • Evacuation management

  • Fire equipment usage

  • Risk assessment

  • Documentation requirements