Materials Re-Handler (On-site only)
- Material re-handling involves the movement, storage, control, and protection of materials and products throughout the manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, consumption, and disposal processes.
- Course Duration – Novice 5 Days / Testing 1 Day
- Location – On site only
- Awarding Body – NPORS
- Cost – Price on Appointment
Course overview
The aim of the Material Re-Handler Training is to provide training and assessment of candidates to ensure safe and efficient operation of a Material Re-Handler.
Course outline
- Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a plant operator
- Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used
- Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
- Be able to locate and identify steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions
- Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements
- Safely mount and dismount the machine
- Start and stop the engine and safely move the machine off and stop it safely
- Configure the machine for travel and manoeuvre it safely across varying terrain in open and confined areas
- Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
- Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and correctly configure in readiness to carry out processing tasks
- Carry out processing task
- Load material onto transporting vehicles, containers or processing plant
- Fit and remove attachments
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation
- Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures
