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Alpha Health & Safety Training Solutions Ltd prides itself on our adaptability and commitment to excellence in every aspect of our A46 Piling rig driven above 20t training. This course is aimed at people who require the knowledge and practical skills needed to enable them to safely operate a A46 Piling rig driven above 20t.

Course information

CPCS A46 Piling rig driven above 20t Course Content

It is envisaged that by the end of this course of training, the learner will be able to answer questions on and perform the following:

➢ Describe the nature of the sector of industry and their role and responsibilities as a plant operator

➢ Name and explain the purpose of principal components, the basic construction, controls and terminology

➢ Conform with manufacturer’s requirements as per the operator’s handbook, other types of information source and relevant regulations and legislation

➢ Undertake all pre-use checks

➢ Configure and ready for travel

➢ Explain the procedures and precautions to be taken when travelling over rough, undulating ground

➢ Manoeuvre in confined spaces

➢ Position, configure and set for driven works

➢ Explain actions required for hazards, underground and overhead services

➢ Accurately form bored piles to completion

➢ Comply with signals and instructions

➢ Maintain safe working situations

➢ Explain lifting requirements and limitations using a piling rig

➢ Carry out shut down and securing procedures

➢ Explain the de-rigging, loading and unloading procedures for machine transporting

Entry requirements 

Candidates must have achived the Operatives Health, Safety and Environment Test within the last 2 years, prior to course start date.

Assessments 

CPCS Theory assessment made up of open questions completed verbally with the assessor. CPCSTTQA460425 A46 Theory Test Questions.pdf (SECURED)

CPCS Practical assessment. CPCSSPTA460425 A46 Standard Practical Test.pdf (SECURED)

Certification

Learners will receive a Red CPCS Trained Operator Card on passing the CPCS technical tests, valid for two years.

After gaining on-site experience, you must complete an NVQ level 2 within two years to apply for the blue CPCS Competence Card which is renewable every five years