NPORS Appointed Person (N401)

The Appointed person course is designed for all operatives responsible for the planning and execution of Lifting Operations. This course will make candidates more aware of the appointed person’s responsibilities and how best to fulfil them.

The novice course is split into 4 days of training and one day of testing. By the end of the course delegates will have the knowledge to be able to design safe lifting plans that are compliant with the law, and take into account all health and safety requirements on site.

Days 1-4:

• Introduction

• Explanation of qualifications

• Legislation controlling crane operations

• BS 7121 Explanation

• LOLER regulations in detail

• Crane appreciation

• Crane stability

• Accessories

• Safe slinging

• Mobile crane selection

• Risk assessment and method statement

• Supervise a lift scenario

• Practical induction

• Case studies lift plan exercise

• Procedures for planning lifts

Day 5:

• NPORS Theory Test

• NPORS Practical Assessment

• RAMS and Lift Plan Exercise

Who Should Attend?

Operatives who are responsible for the planning and execution of lifting operations. Appointed Person Training Course is designed for operatives who are responsible for the planning and execution of lifting operations. This specific plant training course will provide candidates with the knowledge to ensure compliance with the law and safety of employees and those who may be affected by their actions.

Additional Information

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.