Course Content
-Developing skills and knowledge associated with the dumper, including how diesel engines work and how the machine operates
-Site safety awareness
-Operating safety code and precautions
-Control familiarisation
-Pre-start checks and refuelling – this will include preparing the machine to travel on public roads
-Operating practices, both laden and unladen
-Loading and unloading practices
Equipment & Other Requirements
Equipment & Other Requirements
Candidates are required to bring the following equipment on the day of the training:-
- PPE – Hard Hat, Safety boots, High Visible Jacket/Vest.
- Company CITB Levy number – Candidates attending Construction related courses should bring their company CITB Levy number with them if applicable.
- A Form of photo ID ( Passport, Driving license, Formal ID Cards)
If attending a refresher course candidate must provide their current certificate on the day of the training.
If preferred you can also email us a copy of your certificate prior to attending the course.
Learning Objectives
A typical novice A09 forward tipping dumper course would include both theoretical and practical training designed to ensure operators carry out safe operation of the plant machinery at all times.
The CPCS technical test at the end of the course includes a theory and practical test.
Course Aim
To provide thorough practical and theory Ride on Roller & Forward Tipping Dumper training, to enable the candidate to competently and safely carry out the role and pass the CPCS Theory and Practical Tests. This training is required to be able to use these machines efficiently.
Course Overview
The CPCS Dumper Driver Course is aimed at operators of forward tipping dumpers. The course covers both the theoretical and practical elements of the dumper, with a view to passing the CPCS technical test.
Whilst both novice and experienced workers are eligible for this course, we would recommend that those who have previous experience, typically 2 or more years’ constant and recent experience, apply for an Experienced Worker CPCS course. All delegates must have passed the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test no more than two years before the course start date.