A59 – 360° Excavator (Above 10T)
The definitive qualification for heavy earthmoving, deep excavation, bulk loading, trenching, and complex site shaping.
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.
Comprehensive training covering high-demand CPCS machine categories
The definitive qualification for heavy earthmoving, deep excavation, bulk loading, trenching, and complex site shaping.
Mini and midi excavator operation tailored for urban work, utilities, landscaping, and confined construction projects.
Master rough-terrain handling, precision placement at maximum reach, suspended load duties, and multi-steering configurations.
Safe operation of site dumpers up to and over 10T, load distribution, spoil tipping, and travel over gradients.
Soil and asphalt compaction techniques, roller pass overlaps, working near edges, and vibration controls.
Industry-standard lifting coordination, load calculations, sling selection, and blind lift hand/radio signals.
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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