NPORS Excavator Training (180° & 360° — Track & Wheeled)
10 Ton and Below
10 Ton and Over
Overview of the Course
The goal of our NPORS Excavator Training program is to equip operators with the practical knowledge and self-assurance needed to operate 180° and 360° excavators safely. Tracked and wheeled machinery used in civil engineering, utilities, demolition, and construction sites are covered in the training.
You will obtain practical experience in safe excavation techniques, trenching, lifting operations, machine control, and operating efficiently in actual job-site conditions throughout the course. The emphasis is on increasing safety awareness, developing competence, and making sure you are trained to industry standards.
The course is fully accredited by NPORS and widely recognised throughout the UK construction sector, including by major contractors.
Who Should Attend This Course?
This training is good for:
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Beginners who have never used an excavator before
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Groundworkers, plant operators, and site workers who want to get certified
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Workers renewing or updating an NPORS Excavator card
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Operators who have a lot of experience but haven't yet gotten formal training/certification
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Individual moving from a telehandler, dumper, roller, or other type of plant machinery
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Companies looking for certified excavator operators for building and civil engineering projects
What Will You Learn?
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Pre-use indirections walk-arounds, machine checks, and inspections before starting
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Knowing how to use an excavator's controls, hydraulics, and machinery
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Safe ways to dig, trench, grade, and level the ground
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Using buckets, quick hitches, and other attachments the right way
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How to safely use both tracked and wheeled excavators
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How to safely lift objects with an excavator
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Moving on slopes, uneven ground, and in tight spaces
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Being aware of blind spots, swing radius, and site visibility
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How to work safely near underground utilities and services
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How to properly shut down, park safely, and respond to emergencies
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Important health and safety laws, site rules, and duties of the operator
Assessment Method
Theory Test
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NPORS multiple-choice Q/A Test
Practical Test
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On-machine performance and safety test
Qualifications You Recieve
After successfully completing your training:
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An NPORS Trained Operator Card, which comes in two styles: one with the CSCS logo and one with the traditional logo.
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Certification is accepted on construction sites all across the UK and internationally.
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A traditional NPORS card that is valid for five years and doesn't require No NVQ
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A clear path to the Blue Competent Operator Card
Course Includes
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Full certification for NPORS-accredited training
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Training on both tracked and wheeled excavators
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Real-world, site-based experience with operating machines hands-on
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Learning materials, safety tips, and one-on-one help all the way through
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You will get an operator card upon completion of training
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Available onsite training nationwide( We come to you)
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Flexible date and time to suit you
Different Levels of Skill
We offer training that is flexible and fits your level of experience:
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Beginner
For people who are new to using plant machinery and excavators
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Experienced
Good for operators who have worked in the field and need official certification
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Refresher
Great for renewing or updating a NPORS card you already have
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Conversion
For operators who switch between tracked, wheeled, 180°, or 360° excavators
Course Duration
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Beginner
5 to 10 days, (depending on prior experience and number of delegates)
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Experienced
2-3 days
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Refresher
1 day
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Conversion
1 day
What Makes This Course Special?
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RTITB and NPORS accreditation that is known across the country
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Training that is useful and hands-on, taught by experienced teachers
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Small groups so that everyone gets personalized help and advice
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Training that is flexible and available seven days a week
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Forklift courses at competitive prices, with a guarantee to match prices
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Quick delivery of operator cards and certificates
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Good for warehouses, logistics, retail, distribution, and manufacturing settings
Other Services
Professional Training Focused on Safety, Skill and Compliance
At Result Forklift Training, we deliver fully accredited courses for forklifts, plant machinery, excavators, and diggers. Our programmes are trusted by businesses across UK construction, logistics, warehousing, and industrial sectors.
Whether you are gaining your first qualification or building on existing experience, our RTITB and NPORS-accredited courses are tailored to suit your skill level, schedule, and site requirements.
We provide training across a wide range of plant and material-handling equipment, including:
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NPORS and RTITB Certification
Nationally and internationally recognised qualifications
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Forklift Training – Counterbalance, Reach Truck and PPT
RTITB and NPORS-approved courses for warehousing and logistics roles
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Plant Operator Training
Excavators, dumpers, rollers, and other construction machinery
Our Peterborough training center or on-site across the UK offers training, so you can choose what works best for your team and location.
We want to help you become a confident, capable, and fully compliant operator ready for work. We do this by offering a price-match guarantee, small group sessions, and 5-star Google reviews.
Why should you choose Result Forklift Training?
Students and employers all over the UK trust us for:
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Training that is approved by RTITB and NPORS
Qualifications that are fully recognized and approved by the industry
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98% Pass Rate
Strong results backed up by good feedback from learners
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Open 7 Days a Week
Including evenings and weekends for more flexibility
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Flexible Training Times
Training that fits around your work schedule
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Promise to Match Prices
Rates that are competitive for both RTITB and NPORS courses
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Special Package Deals
Affordable options for people and businesses
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Sessions in Small Groups
More useful time, individualized help, and better results
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Quick Operator and Certification Cards
Quick turnaround so you can get back to work faster
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Google Reviews with Five Stars
Hundreds of students and top employers trust it.
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Instructors with a lot of experience
RTITB and NPORS professionals who are qualified and easy to talk to
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Delivery in the area and across the country
You can get training in Peterborough, Cambridge, Leicester, Northampton, Huntingdon, Corby, Kettering, Bedford, Luton, and all over the UK.
The Advantages of Training That Is Approved
You get the following when you train with Forklift Training Center:
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More job opportunities in the UK and around the world in the construction industry
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Getting noticed by big companies, contractors, and staffing agencies
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Certification from a nationally recognized group that proves operator status
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Faster access to site work and better job opportunities
Train Today — Work Tomorrow
Book Your Training Today and take the next step toward a safer, more successful career in construction, logistics, and warehousing.
