NPORS Vehicle Marshal (N403)

Who should attend?

This course is aimed at any persons that are involved in the movement of vehicles, covering health and safety; practical lessons on how to move a vehicle in a safe manner shall also be included.

We shall conduct a learner analysis to identify the duration of training required for those with limited or no experience, whereas experienced operators can attend a one-day ‘Experienced Worker’ Assessment (Test Only).

 
Course information

To provide knowledge and understanding in the following areas:

• • Have a basic understanding of the industry and the relevant legislation, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a vehicle marshal
• • Have knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular vehicle / machine to be guided
• • Have a good understanding of signs and signals, approved hand signals and different forms of communication
• • Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for vehicle marshal duties
• • Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area including stop blocks and tipping areas
• • Set up exclusion zone for unloading
• • Guide machinery in a forward and reverse direction including confined spaces and “blind areas” safely and efficiently
• • Environmental considerations
• • Carry out all end of shift and shut down and parking procedures

Entry Requirements

For learners applying for the NPORS CSCS Card, or for those requiring the ‘CSCS HS&E TESTED Logo‘ displayed on their card , they must have passed the CITB Operatives Health, Safety and Environment (CSCS) Test within the last 2 years. We can provide the CSCS test at our test centre.

Good understanding of spoken and written English.

Assessment

NPORS Theory assessment made up of open questions and multiple choice.

NPORS Practical assessment

Certification

Traditional NPORS Card

For entrants that wish to apply for the NPORS Traditional Card, there is no requirement to do an NVQ qualification. If the ‘HS&E TESTED Logo’ is required on the card, entrants must ensure they have attended and passed the CITB Operatives Health, Safety and Environment Test within the two years prior to application for the card.

New Entrants who wish to Apply for an NPORS/CSCS Card

New entrants to the NPORS Scheme will undertake training / testing in the usual way.

New Entrant – No NVQ Held

Once successfully tested operators that do not hold the requisite NVQ with the units applicable to the category of plant achieved will be issued with a Trained Operator card valid for 2 years from the date they were tested.

During the two-year period, they will be required to register for and achieve the requisite NVQ with the unit credits applicable to the category(s) of plant held on their Trained Operator card. On successful completion of this process, a Competent Operator card shall be issued valid for 5 years from the date of application.

A CPD record / operator logbook will also be issued.

New Entrant – NVQ Held

Once successfully tested operators who do currently hold the requisite NVQ with the unit credits applicable to the categories of plant held on their NPORS card will be issued with a Competent Operator card valid for 5 years from the date they were tested.

Operators in receipt of the Competent Operator card will also be issued with a CPD record / operator logbook. This will be an ongoing record of the operators’ continuous professional development and of their operating hours in the workplace.

Please note that in all cases, operators will have to supply proof of having passed the CITB Health, Safety & Environmental touch screen test within the two years prior to application for the card.

NPORS Cards can be requested with an individual expiry on each category, or one expiry date for all categories held.

About NPORS

Established in 1992, the National Plant Operators Registration Scheme is now one of the UK’s leading Accreditation and Registration Bodies, working across the Construction, Industrial, Utilities, Warehousing and Distribution, Agricultural, Ports and Marine sectors.

NPORS offers flexibility, whilst maintaining standards, both nationally and internationally by working with industry and Accredited Training Providers.

Validating An NPORS Operator Card

The categories on the reverse of the Operator Card can be validated by scanning in the QR code on the front of the card, using the online card checker or by contacting NPORS on 01606 351240.

Our NPORS Vehicle Marshal (N403) Course tutors are qualified and experienced health and safety professionals, with extensive experience in Construction and Risk Management.

All Trainers at EM Training Solutions hold numerous health and safety qualifications such as the NEBOSH,CPCS,CSCS,IOSH, PGCSE etc which are well above the required industry standard to ensure that the delivery of the course is to the highest standard.

EM Training Solutions can also provide companies with NPORS Vehicle Marshal (N403) Crane Supervisor Training at their venue. A trainer can be sent to the company address and deliver the course if there are a minimum of 4 candidates. Please contact us on 020 3150 1299 for this service.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, it is accredited by the CPCS which stands for the Construction Plant Certification Scheme.

Are there any prerequisites for the Course?

Candidates must have successfully completed The Health Safety & Environment test for Specialist Supervisors within the past two years. You can book this with EM Training from here: CITB HS&E S RENEWAL TEST – EM Training Solutions

What are the hours of the course?

The hours are 07:00 am to 05:00 pm for both weekend and weekday courses .

Can I come in and see you face to face as that would give me peace of mind?

Yes, absolutely ! For over 13 years , we have been encouraging our customers to have a face to face discussion with us regarding their unique needs.

Knowing that you are dealing with real people and not made up websites with stock images, will certainly put anyone’s mind at ease.

It will also give you the opportunity to meet some staff members or even your trainer if they are not delivering training at the time of your visit.

Group bookings attract discounts.

Please call 0203 150 1299 or email us at info@emtrainingsolutions.com for further information.