A09
CPCS A09 Forward Tipping Dumper
Comprehensive CPCS training and technical test for Forward Tipping Dumpers, covering safe travel, spoil tipping into excavations, rough terrain driving, and rollover prevention.
Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) training equips operators with the practical skills and technical certification mandated by major contractors across the UK.
CPCS (Construction Plant Competence Scheme) training equips construction plant operators with the practical skills, technical knowledge, and safety awareness needed to operate a wide range of machinery safely and efficiently. Successful completion of the training and assessment leads to a CPCS card, a nationally recognised certification that demonstrates operator competence and is widely accepted across construction sites throughout the UK.
CPCS courses provide training for operating construction plant machinery safely and efficiently. They combine practical instruction with health and safety knowledge to help workers meet industry standards. CPCS qualifications are widely recognised and can improve employment opportunities within the UK construction sector.
CPCS is one of the most recognised construction plant certification schemes. It demonstrates your competence, improves workplace safety, and is accepted by many major construction employers. Holding a CPCS card can increase job opportunities and help advance your career in the construction industry.
Accredited CPCS training and technical test assessments covering all 17 plant machinery categories, with courses starting from £550 + VAT. Equip yourself with the UK industry-standard Red or Blue Operator Card.
A09
Comprehensive CPCS training and technical test for Forward Tipping Dumpers, covering safe travel, spoil tipping into excavations, rough terrain driving, and rollover prevention.
A17
Master rough-terrain telescopic handler operations, load placement at height and outreach, steering modes, pallet handling, and stability chart calculations.
A58
Dedicated mini and midi excavator training covering trenching, grading, utility excavations, safe maneuvering in confined urban spaces, and attachment changes.
A59
The premier plant operator qualification for heavy 360° excavators, covering bulk earthmoving, deep trenching, vehicle loading, slope work, and complex site shaping.
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A09 + A31
Dual-category combination course qualifying operators on both Forward Tipping Dumpers (A09) and Ride-On Rollers (A31) with substantial time and cost savings.
A17E
Specialist CPCS telehandler endorsement qualifying operators to lift, move, and position suspended swinging loads using hooks, jibs, and lifting accessories.
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A20
Qualifies operators to safely control passenger and goods construction hoists on high-rise and multi-storey projects, covering interlocks and emergency lowering.
A21
Training for wheeled loading shovel operations, covering bulk material re-handling, stockpile management, ramp navigation, and commercial vehicle loading.
A31
Soil, aggregate, and asphalt compaction training covering roller rolling patterns, pass overlaps, vibration controls, working near unsupported edges, and shutdown.
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A36
Truck-mounted hydraulic crane (HIAB) training covering outrigger stabilizer setup, slinging loads, vehicle stability, remote control operation, and precision placement.
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A40A
The premier UK lifting coordination ticket covering load weight calculations, slinging accessories, crane hand/radio signals, blind lifts, and lifting safety.
A44
Training for trailer-mounted concrete pump operators covering pipeline setup, pump delivery pressure, washout procedures, and high-pressure safety.
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A56
Heavy haulage training for Articulated Dump Trucks (ADT) on civil earthmoving, quarry, and infrastructure projects, covering steep descent, retarders, and tipping.
A59C
Specialist endorsement qualifying 360° excavator operators to legally perform object lifting operations using Rated Capacity Indicators (RCI) and lifting accessories.
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A73
Certified traffic marshall and banksman training covering the safe control, guidance, and coordination of plant machinery, vehicles, and pedestrians on sites.
A77
Advanced rotating telehandler training combining crane, forklift, and aerial access capabilities with continuous 360-degree slew and outrigger deployment.
A33
Safe operation of agricultural tractors used on construction, civil engineering, and environmental projects, covering PTO safety, attachments, and trailer towing.
Your structured journey from trained operator to fully competent professional
The initial card awarded once you complete your CPCS training and pass the official CPCS Technical Tests (Theory & Practical).
The industry standard for experienced operators, awarded when you achieve the relevant Level 2 NVQ in Plant Operations.
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