Construction Plant Competence Scheme

Construction Plant Competence Scheme

Collins Training is an approved CPCS test centre and our trainers and testers are able to deliver tests on most categories of plant. (see list below)

CPCS Technical Test

The technical test is a pass/fail course and covers the safety and operation of the specified machine. There is a theory test (questions and answers) and a practical test (tests the operators ability).

Theory Test

The operator must have a valid Health & Safety pass (within 2 years of applying for the CPCS theory test) The theory test is taken on a one-to-one basis with a CPCS Tester and a maximum time limit of 1 hour per test The theory test must be passed before the practical test can be attempted

Practical Test

The operator must have passed the theory test within 6 months of the practical test date The practical test is taken on a one-to-one basis with a CPCS Tester and there are different time limits for each category of plant. Eg. Forward Tipping Dumper = 1 hour / Telescopic Handler = 2 hours / Excavator - 360 (above 10T) = 2.45 hours

CPCS Red Trained Operator Card

Upon successfully completing the technical test, the operator will receive a CPCS 2-year red trained operator card. Once the operator has received the red card, they will need to achieve 300 operating hours on each category of plant and also, complete an NVQ Level II in Plant & Machinery Operations within the 2 year period in order to upgrade to a CPCS blue competence card.

CPCS Blue Competent Card

This is a 5-year card issued by CPCS to operators who have met CPCS requirements for a blue card and have achieved the relevant NVQ Collins Plant Training provide friendly help and advice on all aspects of the CPCS scheme in order to meet the training needs of the client.

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