About the Course

Excavators are regularly used for lifting materials and suspended loads, but lifting operations require additional knowledge and skills beyond normal excavating duties.

This course covers the safe preparation, configuration and operation of a 360 excavator when carrying out lifting operations.

Candidates should already have experience operating a 360 excavator before undertaking lifting operations training.

What Will You Learn?

Training can include:

• Operator responsibilities during lifting operations
• Understanding lift plans and safe systems of work
• LOLER and PUWER requirements
• Excavator lifting capacities and limitations
• Rated capacity and lifting charts
• Machine stability and ground conditions
• Lifting points and lifting accessories
• RCI/LMI and safety devices
• Preparing and configuring the excavator for lifting
• Working with a slinger/signaller
• Communication and signals
• Picking up and controlling suspended loads
• Lifting, travelling and placing loads
• Working at different radii
• Blind or out-of-sight lifts
• Safe shutdown and securing procedures

How Will You Be Tested?

The assessment will depend on whether you choose CPCS, NPORS or in-house certification.

You will normally be assessed on your theoretical knowledge and your ability to safely carry out lifting operations using an excavator.

The practical assessment can include:

• Completing pre-use and lifting-related checks
• Checking lifting equipment and machine configuration
• Interpreting lifting information
• Positioning the excavator for lifting
• Working with a slinger/signaller
• Picking up a suspended load
• Lifting and placing loads accurately
• Travelling with a suspended load
• Maintaining machine stability
• Operating within the machine’s lifting capacity
• Safely completing and shutting down the operation

Choose Your Certification

CPCS A59C
For operators requiring the CPCS Lifting Operations endorsement for an excavator 360 above 10 tonnes.

NPORS
NPORS Excavator Lifting Operations training and assessment, with card options available depending on your requirements.

In-House Training
Suitable for employers who require excavator lifting operations training and certification without a CPCS or NPORS card.

Course Requirements

Novice to Lifting Operations

Suitable for competent excavator operators who have little or no experience carrying out lifting operations.

Experienced

You should already have practical experience using an excavator to lift, travel with and place suspended loads.

Test-Only Candidates

You should be a competent and experienced operator capable of safely carrying out excavator lifting operations without additional training.

Candidates should bring suitable PPE and any identification or documentation requested when booking.

CSCS & Health and Safety

Candidates requiring a CPCS card or NPORS card displaying the CSCS logo will need to meet the relevant health and safety requirements.

This may include holding a valid CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test, depending on the certification route selected.

If you are unsure which route you need, Entra Training can advise you before booking.

Training Location

Courses are delivered at the Entra Training plant training centre in Wetherby, West Yorkshire.

Our location is suitable for candidates travelling from:

Leeds | Bradford | Harrogate | York | Wakefield | West Yorkshire | North Yorkshire

Book Excavator Lifting Operations Training

Choose from CPCS A59C, NPORS or in-house training, with novice-to-lifting, experienced and test-only options available.