Dumpers

Dale Valley Training offer training for all of the various types of dumper with a choice of qualifications from HSE recognised accreditation bodies.  Each dumper category/type requires a separate qualification.

Our courses provide candidates with the knowledge and confidence to operate dumpers safely and effectively, saving their employer time and money.

Who is the course for?

• Dale Valley Training can provide novice or refresher courses for all types of dumper.

Course objectives:

To enable course members to understand:

• The hazards arising from the use of dumpers & the precautions that should be observed

• Their responsibilities under current legislation

• How to use dumpers safely & efficiently

Course content:

• Current legislation, operator responsibilities & best practice

• The risks associated with the use of dumpers & the main causes of accidents

• The function of the main components, controls & their usage

• Carry out pre operation & daily checks

• Driving the dumper over varying terrain including width restrictions & confined areas

• Driving: forward & reverse, laden & unladen

• Driving on slopes including hill starts in forward & reverse

• Working with excavators

• Spoil heaps, backfilled excavations

• Loading & unloading procedures when moving sites

• End of shift checks

Duration:

• Dependent upon experience.

Accreditation options:

• City & Guilds National Proficiency Test Council (NPTC)

Lantra Awards

• National Plant Operator Registration Scheme (NPORS)