NPORS Ride On Roller Training Course
The NPORS Ride On Roller Training Course is designed to equip delegates with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to operate a Ride On Roller in compliance with NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) standards.
Certification:
Upon successful completion, delegates will receive a relevant NPORS Operators Card, valid for 5 years.
Course Objectives:
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Operate the Ride On Roller safely and correctly, adhering to manufacturer’s instructions and accepted industry best practices.
- Conduct thorough pre-shift inspections to ensure machine readiness.
- Navigate and operate effectively under varying site conditions.
- Perform minor adjustments and routine maintenance on the machine.
- Acquire the knowledge and practical skills necessary to successfully complete the NPORS assessment.
Target Audience:
This course is intended for all personnel required to operate a Ride On Road Roller.
Course Content:
Delegates will engage in a combination of theoretical lessons and practical demonstrations covering the following topics:
- Introduction to the construction industry and its practices.
- Overview of current relevant regulations.
- Detailed introduction to the Ride On Roller, including its controls and instruments.
- Procedures for pre-shift inspections.
- Understanding coolant, fuel, and lubrication systems.
- Techniques for rolling and compacting surfaces.
- Correct application of staggers and overlaps during operation.
- Maintaining cambers and cross-falls for effective drainage.
- Compaction techniques for junctions.
- NPORS assessment, which includes both theoretical and practical components.
Course Duration:
The length of the training course is flexible, depending on the experience level of the delegates, the number of participants, and the ratio of delegates to machines per instructor.
Additional Recommendations:
- It is recommended that all delegates complete the NPORS-specific health and safety test prior to the course.
- Delegates must present valid photo identification, such as a passport or driving licence.
On-Site Training:
We can also provide training at your premises, provided that the facilities meet the necessary test criteria.
What does the NPORS ride-on roller course cover?
The course covers pre-shift inspections, controls and instruments and the coolant, fuel and lubrication systems, then the practical side of rolling and compacting — staggers and overlaps, cambers and cross-falls, and compacting junctions — alongside the regulations that apply.
Can the course be run at our own site?
Yes. Training can take place at your own premises provided the facilities meet the NPORS test criteria — which means having a suitable ride-on roller and a safe working area available on the day. Otherwise the course runs at our approved test centre in Co. Offaly.
