NPORS Compact Crane

The NPORS Compact Crane Training Course is designed to provide delegates with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to safely and efficiently operate a compact crane, in line with NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) standards.

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will:

• Safely and productively operate a compact crane in various work environments.
• Recognize and interpret crane signals to ensure safe communication during operations.
• Position and adjust the crane jib, including altering jib lengths, while understanding the associated safety devices.
• Conduct routine maintenance and inspections of the crane.
• Grasp the fundamental theory of power units, control systems, and transmission systems.
• Program and interpret safe load indicators and duties charts to ensure safe lifting.
• Understand and comply with relevant legislation, statutory regulations, and Codes of Practice.
• Safely sling loads and identify the types and capacities of chains, slings, and lifting gear.
• Comprehend structural strength, including the effects of shock loading, stability, and load displacement.

Certification:

Successful participants will be awarded an NPORS Operators Card, valid for 5 years, certifying their competence in compact crane operations.

Course Content:

• Safe, productive crane operation.
• Understanding and using crane signals.
• Crane jib positioning and safety devices.
• Routine crane maintenance.
• Power units, control systems, and transmission systems.
• Safe load indicators and duties charts.
• Legislation, regulations, and Codes of Practice.
• Safe slinging techniques and lifting gear.
• Structural strength, stability, and load displacement considerations.

Course Duration:

The duration of the training depends on:

• The delegates’ level of experience.
• The number of participants.
• The ratio of delegates to machines per instructor.

NPORS Assessment:

Delegates will undergo a final assessment that covers both theoretical knowledge and practical operation. Upon passing, they will receive the NPORS Operators Card, valid for 5 years. It is also recommended that participants complete the NPORS-specific health and safety test.

Requirements:

• All delegates must bring valid photo identification, such as a passport or driving licence.
• Training can also be delivered at customer premises if facilities meet NPORS testing requirements.