N111 NPORS Hoist
Course Objective:
To provide thorough theory and practical training in the operation of the hoist, enabling candidates to competently and safely carry out the role and pass the relevant NPORS assessments
Course Content:
- Describe the nature of this sector of industry and their role and responsibilities as a plant/equipment operator
- Name and explain the purpose of principle hoist components, the basic construction, controls and terminology
- Confirm competency in line with the manufacturer’s requirements as per the operator’s handbook
- Check the stability, alignment and all-round safety before use
- Ensure that the relevant hoistway protection mechanism is in position before use
- Check that all gates and safety devices function according to specification
- Undertake all the hoist’s pre-use and on-going running checks
- Check the emergency lowering functions
- Explain precautions to be taken for overhead services and other construction site hazards
- Load and unload materials following official manual handling requirements
- Prepare the hoist for the required load(s) and/or passengers
- Operate the plant machinery to the limits of operation both loaded and unloaded
- Comply with signals and instructions
- Explain the hoist’s working limitations
- Place the plant equipment in an out-of-service condition, isolate it and secure it
Prior Requirement / Prerequisites:
In order to be eligible to undertake NPORS Hoist training, candidates must have achieved the relevant CITB Health, Safety & Environment (HS&E) touch-screen-test within 2 years.
Duration:
The duration of this course is subject to a variety of factors including candidate experience and prior tuition received, delegate numbers, site restrictions etc. Given this, TUTS don’t adopt a ‘one size fits all’ approach to our course delivery. Please speak to one of our trusted advisors to determine a delivery package that’s specific to you and/or your business.
Location:
- Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
- Customer site (must meet CPCS specifications)
CITB Grant available?
Yes – please speak to one of our advisors should you require any further information, what’s more TUTS will even assist in claiming any CITB grants available to you.