N100 Excavator as a Crane (Bolt-On)

The NPORS 100 course, known as “Excavator as a Crane,” is a specialized training program designed for qualified crane operators looking to expand their skillset. This course equips participants with the necessary knowledge and expertise to perform lifting operations using an excavator. While traditional cranes are commonly used for lifting heavy objects, the Excavator as a Crane course enables operators to leverage the capabilities of excavators for similar tasks.

One of the key components of this course is the development of proficiency in understanding and using approved signals. Effective communication through signals is critical to ensure safe and precise lifting operations. Participants will also learn how to interpret rating charts, which provide essential information about the excavator’s lifting capacity under various conditions. This knowledge is crucial for maintaining safety and preventing accidents during lifting activities.

Handling a variety of weights and sizes is a central aspect of the NPORS 100 course. Participants will learn how to assess the load’s weight and dimensions and make appropriate adjustments to the equipment and lifting techniques accordingly. This adaptability is essential in real-world scenarios, where the types and sizes of loads can vary significantly.

Ultimately, the NPORS 100 course not only imparts the necessary technical skills for using an excavator as a crane but also instills a strong emphasis on safety and responsible operation. It equips crane operators with the competence and confidence needed to excel in a broader range of lifting operations, expanding their career opportunities and contributing to overall workplace safety.

By completing this course, participants will be better prepared to take on the challenges of the construction and heavy machinery industry, ensuring that lifting operations are carried out efficiently, safely, and in compliance with industry standards.

Content

• It is envisaged that by the end of this course of training the learner will be able to answer questions on and perform the following:

• Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator

• Be able to conform to manufacturers requirements as per technical data, conform to relevant regulations and legislation

• Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions

• Be able to locate and identify steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions

• Safely mount and dismount the machine

• Start and stop the engine and safely move the machine off and stop it safely

• Configure the machine for travel and manoeuvre it safely across varying terrain in open and confined areas

• Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area

• Be able to locate, identify and explain safe working loads, lifting capacity chart and explain different lifting configurations and working ranges

• Identify and explain different lifting procedures, explain what task could fall into each category

• Identify and explain centres of gravity, calculate estimated weights of loads

• Identify any overhead / proximity hazards

• Be able to agree the signal codes / hand signals, direction of movement, safe working and safe landing, placement zone with the slinger / signaller

• Ensure excavator is in a safe condition for attachments to be fitted

• Checked load integrity and security by carrying out trial lift

• Be able to lift and move a load to a designated position in a safe and controlled manner ensuring minimum uncontrolled movement

• Environmental considerations

• Carry out all out of service and securing procedures

Who Should Attend

Those who are required to use an excavator for lifting operations as a part of their work duties. 

Entrants must have previously completed a course on a 360 Excavator in order to bolt on this qualification.

Delegate Requirements – Delegates should be physically fit, in good health and should, generally, not have problems with eyesight or hearing, heart disease, high blood pressure, epilepsy, impaired limb function, alcohol or drug dependence or psychiatric illness.  It is, however, desirable (but not mandatory) that applicants should be literate and have had driving experience as an indication of dexterity

Novice – This course is designed for the complete Novice delegate.

Experienced – Delegates must have used the equipment in a range of operations for a minimum of 3 months.

Refresher – Delegates must have already attended a course and have valid proof in the form of certification.

Experienced Worker Test (EWA) – Delegates must have used the equipment in a range of operations for a minimum of 2 years.