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Our Training Courses

NPORS, IRTTOP, and BRITTOP accredited plant machinery, lifting operations, thorough examination, and safety training — including manual handling, abrasive wheels, working at height, harness and fall arrest, and cable avoidance. Delivered at our yard in Northern Ireland or on-site anywhere across the UK and Ireland.

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NPORS Accredited
IRTTOp Accredited
BRITTOp Accredited

All courses are delivered to nationally recognised standards by fully accredited instructors with 27+ years of industry experience.

Plant Machinery

Plant Machinery

NPORS-accredited operator training for the full range of plant machinery used in construction, civil engineering, agriculture, and industry.

NPORS

Agricultural Tractor

Safe operation of agricultural tractors including pre-use checks, safe working practices, and relevant legislation.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: NPORS
Level: Novice to Renewal
Suitable for: Agriculture, groundworks, estates
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NPORS

Excavator 360°

Comprehensive training for 360-degree tracked and wheeled excavator operation. Covers safe working practices, machine checks, excavation techniques, and loading operations.

Duration: 1–5 days
Certification: NPORS
Level: Novice to Renewal
Suitable for: Construction, groundworks, civil engineering
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NPORS

Excavator as a Crane

Specialist training for using an excavator in crane mode, covering lift planning, load calculations, and safe slinging procedures.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: NPORS
Level: Experienced operators
Suitable for: Construction, civil engineering
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NPORS

Excavator Micro

Safe operation of micro and mini excavators for confined-space and restricted-access applications.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: NPORS
Level: Novice to Renewal
Suitable for: Construction, landscaping, utilities
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NPORS

Forward Tipping Dumper

Training for forward-tipping dumper operation including loading, tipping, and safe movement on construction sites.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: NPORS
Level: Novice to Renewal
Suitable for: Construction, groundworks
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NPORS

Forward Tipping Mini Dumper

Operator training for mini forward-tipping dumpers used in restricted-access and small-scale construction environments.

Duration: 1 day
Certification: NPORS
Level: Novice to Renewal
Suitable for: Construction, landscaping
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NPORS

Log Handler

Safe operation of log handling equipment including loading, stacking, and site safety procedures.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: NPORS
Level: Novice to Renewal
Suitable for: Forestry, timber yards, agriculture
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NPORS

Lorry Loader

Training for lorry-mounted loader crane operation covering safe slinging, load control, and transport legislation.

Duration: 1–3 days
Certification: NPORS
Level: Novice to Renewal
Suitable for: Haulage, construction, utilities
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NPORS

Marine Knuckle Boom Crane

Specialist training for knuckle boom crane operation in marine and offshore environments.

Duration: 2–3 days
Certification: NPORS
Level: Experienced operators
Suitable for: Marine, offshore, ports
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NPORS

Material Rehandler 360°

Operation of 360-degree material rehandlers for waste management, recycling, and bulk material handling.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: NPORS
Level: Novice to Renewal
Suitable for: Waste management, recycling, quarrying
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NPORS

Plant Loader and Securer

Safe loading, securing, and transportation of plant machinery on low-loaders and trailers.

Duration: 1 day
Certification: NPORS
Level: All levels
Suitable for: Plant hire, haulage, construction
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NPORS

Plant Mover

Training for the safe movement and positioning of plant machinery on site.

Duration: 1 day
Certification: NPORS
Level: All levels
Suitable for: Construction, plant hire
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NPORS

Rear Dump Truck

Safe operation of rear-tipping dump trucks in quarrying, mining, and large-scale earthworks environments.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: NPORS
Level: Novice to Renewal
Suitable for: Quarrying, mining, civil engineering
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NPORS

Road Roller

Compaction equipment operation for road construction, earthworks, and surfacing applications.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: NPORS
Level: Novice to Renewal
Suitable for: Road construction, earthworks
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NPORS

Telescopic Handler

Safe operation of telescopic handlers on construction sites and agricultural settings. Covers load charts, attachments, stability, and site safety.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: NPORS
Level: Novice to Renewal
Suitable for: Construction, agriculture, events
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NPORS

Telescopic Handler — Suspended Loads

Specialist training for telehandler operation with suspended loads, covering lift planning and safe slinging.

Duration: 1 day
Certification: NPORS
Level: Experienced telehandler operators
Suitable for: Construction, agriculture
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Lifting & Access

Lifting & Access

NPORS-accredited training for lifting operations, access equipment, and inspection roles across construction and industry.

NPORS

Slinger / Signaller

Safe slinging, lifting, and signalling operations for crane-assisted construction work. Covers rigging, hand signals, and load calculations.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: NPORS
Level: Novice to Renewal
Suitable for: Construction, steelwork, lifting operations
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NPORS

MEWP — Boom

Safe operation of boom-type mobile elevated work platforms including articulated and telescopic booms.

Duration: 1 day
Certification: NPORS
Level: Novice to Renewal
Suitable for: Construction, maintenance, utilities
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NPORS

MEWP — Scissor

Safe operation of scissor-type mobile elevated work platforms for indoor and outdoor maintenance and construction tasks.

Duration: 1 day
Certification: NPORS
Level: Novice to Renewal
Suitable for: Construction, facilities management
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NPORS

MEWP Supervisor Awareness

Awareness training for supervisors responsible for overseeing MEWP operations on site.

Duration: Half day
Certification: NPORS
Level: Supervisors
Suitable for: Construction, facilities management
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NPORS

Industrial Counterbalance Forklift

The most widely used forklift type. Training covers pre-use checks, load handling, stacking, and safe operation in warehouse and yard environments.

Duration: 3–5 days
Certification: NPORS
Level: Novice to Renewal
Suitable for: Warehousing, logistics, manufacturing
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Safety & Supervision

Safety & Supervision

NPORS, IRTTOP and BRITTOP accredited site safety, supervision, and awareness training for operatives, supervisors, and managers across construction and industry. Includes manual handling, abrasive wheels, working at height, harness and fall arrest, and cable avoidance.

NPORS / BRITTOP

Safety Awareness

Foundation-level safety awareness training covering hazard identification, risk assessment, and safe working practices on site.

Duration: Half–1 day
Certification: NPORS / BRITTOP
Level: All levels
Suitable for: All construction and industrial workers
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BRITTOP

Construction Site Safety Manager + Refresher

Comprehensive safety management training for site managers, covering legislation, risk management, and site safety systems.

Duration: 2–3 days
Certification: BRITTOP
Level: Site managers
Suitable for: Construction site management
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BRITTOP

Construction Site Safety Supervisor + Refresher

Safety supervision training for site supervisors covering risk assessment, method statements, and supervisory responsibilities.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: BRITTOP
Level: Site supervisors
Suitable for: Construction site supervision
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NPORS

Excavation Marshall / Banksperson

Training for personnel responsible for marshalling plant and personnel around excavations and in restricted areas.

Duration: Half–1 day
Certification: NPORS
Level: All levels
Suitable for: Construction, groundworks, utilities
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NPORS

Lift Truck Supervisor Awareness

Awareness training for supervisors overseeing forklift and lift truck operations in warehouse and industrial environments.

Duration: Half day
Certification: NPORS
Level: Supervisors
Suitable for: Warehousing, logistics, manufacturing
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NPORS

Plant Machinery Marshall

Training for plant machinery marshalls responsible for the safe movement of plant on construction sites.

Duration: Half–1 day
Certification: NPORS
Level: All levels
Suitable for: Construction, civil engineering
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NPORS

Plant Supervisor Awareness

Awareness training for supervisors responsible for overseeing plant machinery operations on site.

Duration: Half day
Certification: NPORS
Level: Supervisors
Suitable for: Construction, plant hire
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NPORS

Vehicle Marshall

Training for vehicle marshalls responsible for the safe movement of vehicles and plant in and around the workplace.

Duration: Half–1 day
Certification: NPORS
Level: All levels
Suitable for: Construction, logistics, industry
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IRTTOP / BRITTOP

Safe Working at Height

Practical training covering the safe use of access equipment, fall prevention, and working at height legislation.

Duration: Half–1 day
Certification: IRTTOP / BRITTOP
Level: All levels
Suitable for: Construction, maintenance, industry
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IRTTOP / BRITTOP

Harness and Fall Arrest

Training in the correct selection, fitting, inspection, and use of harnesses and fall arrest equipment.

Duration: Half day
Certification: IRTTOP / BRITTOP
Level: All levels
Suitable for: Construction, maintenance, industry
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IRTTOP / BRITTOP

Manual Handling

Practical and theory training covering safe manual handling techniques, risk assessment, and legislation to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injury on site.

Duration: Half day
Certification: IRTTOP / BRITTOP
Level: All levels
Suitable for: Construction, warehousing, industry
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IRTTOP / BRITTOP

Abrasive Wheels

Training in the safe use, mounting, and storage of abrasive wheels in accordance with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER).

Duration: Half day
Certification: IRTTOP / BRITTOP
Level: All levels
Suitable for: Construction, engineering, maintenance
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IRTTOP / BRITTOP

Cable Avoidance Tool (CAT & Genny)

Training in the correct use of cable avoidance tools and signal generators to locate buried services before excavation, reducing the risk of striking underground utilities.

Duration: Half day
Certification: IRTTOP / BRITTOP
Level: All levels
Suitable for: Construction, groundworks, utilities
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NPORS

Quick Hitch Awareness

Awareness training for the safe use of quick hitch devices on excavators, covering risks, checks, and safe operating procedures.

Duration: Half day
Certification: NPORS
Level: All levels
Suitable for: Construction, groundworks
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Thorough Examination

Thorough Examination

IRTTOP-accredited thorough examination training for plant machinery, lifting equipment, and lifting accessories — covering excavators, forklifts, lorry loaders, and all associated lifting gear in accordance with LOLER and PUWER regulations.

IRTTOP

Thorough Examination — Excavators

Thorough examination of 360° and micro excavators including structural inspection, hydraulic systems, safety devices, and completion of statutory examination reports under PUWER.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: IRTTOP
Level: Experienced personnel
Suitable for: Plant hire, construction, civil engineering
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IRTTOP

Thorough Examination — Forklifts

Thorough examination of counterbalance and reach forklifts covering mast, forks, hydraulics, braking systems, and LOLER/PUWER statutory report completion.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: IRTTOP
Level: Experienced personnel
Suitable for: Warehousing, logistics, manufacturing, plant hire
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IRTTOP

Thorough Examination — Lorry Loaders

Thorough examination of lorry-mounted loader cranes including structural integrity, slewing rings, hydraulic systems, and statutory LOLER report completion.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: IRTTOP
Level: Experienced personnel
Suitable for: Haulage, construction, utilities
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IRTTOP

Thorough Examination — Telehandlers

Thorough examination of telescopic handlers covering boom, attachments, load management systems, and PUWER/LOLER statutory inspection and reporting.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: IRTTOP
Level: Experienced personnel
Suitable for: Construction, agriculture, plant hire
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IRTTOP

Thorough Examination — MEWPs

Thorough examination of boom and scissor mobile elevated work platforms including structural, mechanical, and electrical systems under LOLER and PUWER.

Duration: 1 day
Certification: IRTTOP
Level: Experienced personnel
Suitable for: Construction, facilities management, plant hire
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IRTTOP

Thorough Examination — Lifting Accessories

Thorough examination of all lifting accessories including chains, slings, shackles, hooks, eyebolts, and spreader beams. Covers LOLER statutory requirements, rejection criteria, and report completion.

Duration: 1 day
Certification: IRTTOP
Level: Experienced personnel
Suitable for: Construction, industry, plant hire, lifting operations
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NPORS / IRTTOP

Report of Thorough Examination — Small Lifting Equipment

Training for completing thorough examination reports for small lifting equipment and lifting accessories under LOLER. Covers inspection criteria, defect identification, and statutory documentation.

Duration: 1 day
Certification: NPORS / IRTTOP
Level: Experienced personnel
Suitable for: Construction, industry, plant hire
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NPORS / IRTTOP

Plant Inspector — Thorough Examination

Comprehensive training for personnel responsible for the thorough examination of plant machinery in accordance with PUWER and LOLER. Covers inspection methodology, defect reporting, and legal responsibilities.

Duration: 1–2 days
Certification: NPORS / IRTTOP
Level: Experienced personnel
Suitable for: Plant hire, construction, industry
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How We Deliver

At Our Yard or On Your Site

All courses can be delivered at our training yard at 27a Sheriffs Road, BT48 0JS, or we travel to your site anywhere across the UK and Ireland. We work around your schedule to minimise downtime.

On-Site Training

We travel to your location anywhere in the UK or Ireland — construction site, industrial yard, or agricultural setting.

Yard-Based Training

Train at our purpose-built facility at 27a Sheriffs Road, BT48 0JS. Ideal for individuals and small groups.

Flexible Scheduling

Weekday, weekend, and early-morning slots available. We work around your operational requirements.

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