Hydraulic Forward Tipping Dumper Training (up to 10T)
Details
Operating hydraulic forward tipping dumpers requires proper training to ensure safety and legal compliance. The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998, and Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) 1998 mandate that employers provide adequate instruction to minimize risks and prevent accidents when using dumpers.
Who is the course aimed at?
Anyone who uses this equipment and those responsible to supervising them.
Course Objectives
This Hydraulic Forward Tipping Dumper Training Course provides essential knowledge on machine operation, risk assessment, load handling, and maintenance, following HSE guidelines and industry best practices. Participants will learn how to operate dumpers safely, conduct pre-use inspections, and ensure compliance with UK safety regulations.
Ideal for construction workers, plant operators, site supervisors, and logistics professionals, this training equips individuals with the expertise needed to use hydraulic forward tipping dumpers effectively, reducing workplace risks and improving operational efficiency.
Certification
This course certification is provided by Safetymen
Validation Length
Upon completion this course certification is valid for 5 year(s)
Training Methods
- Classroom
- Client Premises
Course Duration
The length of this course is One Day
Pricing
| Number of Learners | Per Person | Premium Price * |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - 8 | £225 | £255 |
* Our premium price is for courses that are held during the evenings or on weekends for your convenience
Prerequisites
The following list of prerequisites are required to take this course:
- 16 years or older
- able to physically undertake practical tasks
- free from the effects of drugs and alcohol
- fluent in spoken and written English
What to Bring
The following items are required to bring on the day of the course:
- Valid Photo ID - For example Passport or Driving License
- Clean comfortable clothing, suitable for classroom
- Lunch - if attending our Training Centre (although there are many local eateries nearby) - tea and coffee are provided
- PPE (Hi-Vis, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hat, Safety Shoes, Cold/Wet weather clothing)
Course Content
- Relevant legislation
- Hazards, risk assessments and safe systems of works
- Basic dumper construction, types and features
- Pre-use inspections, handovers and basic maintenance procedures
- Overturning and overloading
- Hazards when working near excavations
- Environmental factors
- Refuelling procedures and parking
- Transportation