Excavator as a Crane Training in Swindon

Excavator as a Crane Training Near Swindon

Swindon is one of the fastest-growing towns in the UK with a significant construction and infrastructure workforce. We serve Swindon-based operators and businesses with both centre-based and on-site NPORS training. Our NPORS excavator as a crane training is available to operators and businesses in Swindon and throughout Wiltshire.

From Swindon, take the A419 west to Cirencester, then the A435 or A417 through Cheltenham towards Tewkesbury. Alternatively, take the M4 to Junction 15 then head north. Journey time approximately 50 minutes.

About This Course

Using an excavator as a crane is a specialist operation with significant legal and safety requirements. Our NPORS Excavator as a Crane Training course ensures operators understand the additional responsibilities, LOLER compliance, and rigging knowledge required when an excavator is used to lift suspended loads on construction sites.

What You'll Learn

• Legal requirements for using an excavator as a crane
• LOLER regulations and thorough examination
• Load charts and safe working load calculations
• Rigging, slinging, and signal communication
• Exclusion zones and banksman coordination
• Pre-lift risk assessment and lift planning

Who Is This Course For?

Experienced excavator operators who are required to use their machine as a crane for lifting operations on site. This course is suitable for Swindon-based operators and businesses across Wiltshire.