Novice training
Start with the fundamentals, instructor demonstrations and supervised practice before assessment. Tell us if you have never used this machine or carried out this role.
BLACKWATER PLANT TRAINING
360 excavator training in Coalburn & across Scotland
Practical 360 excavator training for new operators, experienced operators and employers arranging training for their team. Tell us your starting point and we will confirm a suitable NPORS training and assessment route.
Our training centre is at Thorniehall Farm in Coalburn. We have five instructors in South Lanarkshire, Ayr and across the Highlands, delivering training across the UK.
Course duration
We confirm novice excavator course duration individually after discussing your experience, machine size and group. Ask us for the number of training and assessment days before booking.
Experienced operator assessment and refresher durations are agreed after a skills discussion. A shorter assessment route is only appropriate where you already have the relevant operating experience.
Choose your route
Experienced operators
Discuss your existing skills and any current cards. We will confirm whether assessment is suitable or whether further training is needed first.
Refresher training
Revisit safe working practices and address gaps in your skills. Bring details of your current certification and the tasks you carry out.
What you will cover
- Pre-use checks and machine controls
- Safe travel, positioning and slewing
- Excavating and placing material
- Attachments, exclusion zones and safe shutdown
NPORS assessment and certification
The agreed NPORS route includes theory and practical assessment for the relevant category. Certification depends on successful assessment. Before booking, we confirm the category, prerequisites and card route you need for your work.
If your employer requires a CSCS-logo card, tell us at enquiry stage so we can explain any additional requirements. Completing a course alone does not automatically provide every site-access qualification.
Related machine options
Excavator 180°
Tell us whether you need training on a 180-degree excavator and describe the machine you will use.
Excavator 360°
For tracked or wheeled excavator enquiries, include the machine size and your previous operating experience.
Excavator Micro - Up to 1 Tonne
This course option is for micro excavators up to one tonne. Include the make, model and tasks involved when enquiring.
Where training takes place
Our training centre is at Thorniehall Farm in Coalburn. We have five instructors in South Lanarkshire, Ayr and across the Highlands, delivering training across the UK.
Courses at the centre depend on suitable equipment and available dates. We can also discuss training at your workplace using appropriate machinery and a suitable training area. Specialist equipment and site arrangements must be agreed before booking.
How to book
- Send your course choice, experience, nearest town, preferred dates and number of learners.
- We confirm suitability, duration, assessment, equipment and available dates.
- Once you accept the arrangements, we confirm your booking and joining details.
An enquiry does not reserve a place or commit you to a booking.