Course Objectives:
At the end of this course, delegates will be able to:
- Understand the industry, the dangers of working in it, and their responsibilities as a roadworks operative.
- Have a working knowledge of the Safety at Street Works & Roadworks Code of Practice and be able to reference it.
- Understand permits, traffic risk assessment, and on-site paperwork.
- Identify and locate the correct PPE & equipment required for the road type and explain its use.
- Identify various road types and reference them in the ACOP (Approved Code of Practice).
- Conduct pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturers, Department of Transport, and legislative requirements on equipment identified in the ACOP.
- Configure the vehicle ready for setting up works on the carriageway, walkway, verge, etc.
- Set out the required equipment as per the ACOP and traffic management risk assessment on the work site in the correct order & position.
- Conduct pre-use checks on traffic signals, including stop/go boards.
- Check and enter the correct settings on traffic signals for the road type.
- Set up traffic signals using the correct method.
- Check for correct setup, including the correct workspace for any vehicles after setting up works before commencing operations.
- Position vehicles correctly & safely on the work site.
- Remove traffic signals and all other equipment after work using correct & safe methods.
- Conduct post-use checks on equipment, identifying faults.
- Refuel or recharge traffic signals when necessary.
- Report any faults found and remove defective equipment from service.
Course Details:
Course Duration: 1 Day
Delegate Numbers: Max of 8 per course
Certification:
Upon successful completion, delegates will receive an NPORS card valid for 5 years. After that, a refresher course can be undertaken.
Why Choose C&C Training for NPORS Courses?
NPORS is one of the UK’s leading accreditation and registration bodies, working across sectors like construction, industrial, utilities, warehousing, distribution, agricultural, ports, and marine. C&C Training offers flexible training solutions delivered on-site to minimize disruption to your working day. Alternative options are available if on-site training isn't feasible.
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