360 Excavator Training – Essential Skills for Safe & Efficient Operation
The 360 excavator is one of the most versatile pieces of plant equipment used across construction, civil engineering, utilities, and landscaping. With its full rotation capability, powerful digging arm, and lifting potential, it’s an invaluable machine on any site—but also one that demands skill, awareness, and proper certification to operate safely and legally.
At Kentra Training, we provide comprehensive NPORS 360 Excavator Training to ensure operators can work confidently, competently, and in full compliance with UK regulations.
Why 360 Excavator Training is Essential
Operating a 360 excavator may look straightforward, but there’s far more to it than simply moving soil. Risks include:
Overturning or instability during lifting operations
Injuries to others from poor visibility or unsafe manoeuvres
Equipment damage from incorrect use
Training reduces these risks, improves productivity, and ensures legal compliance with PUWER and LOLER regulations.
What the Course Covers
Our NPORS-accredited training covers everything needed to safely and efficiently operate a 360 excavator, including:
Pre-use inspection and machine checks
Understanding lifting capabilities and stability
Digging, grading, and backfilling techniques
Working safely near other plant and personnel
Using the excavator for lifting operations
Safe shut down and machine maintenance
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for:
New operators with little or no experience
Experienced operators needing formal certification
Those renewing or refreshing NPORS or equivalent qualifications
Training Options
We can deliver training on your site using your own equipment, ensuring your team learns in a familiar environment. Courses are available for both novice and experienced operators requiring assessment only.
Certification
Successful candidates will receive an NPORS Operator Card, demonstrating competence and compliance to employers, site managers, and regulatory bodies.
Book Your Training
Keep your team safe, legal, and efficient. Contact Kentra Training today to arrange your 360 Excavator Training.
📞 Call us: 01606 832 556
📧 Email: office@kentratraining.co.uk
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