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CPCS Plant and Vehicle Marshaller

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CPCS Plant and Vehicle Marshaller

To provide delegates with the knowledge and practical skills to safely operate as a Vehicle Marshaller, delivered through a combination of classroom-based tutorials and practical training and exercises.

Explain the duties role and responsibilities and any limitations, including the procedures when capabilities are exceeded, of those marshalling or guiding the movement of plant and vehicles in a variety of situations or locations

Outline the hierarchy of control measures for plant and vehicle movement, and the requirements of a work management traffic plan

Outline the legislative requirements and procedures relating to plant and vehicles accessing or egressing for the public highway, and the effects on other road users

Explain types, attributes, limitations, hazards, and stability factors on a range of typical plant and work-related vehicles relevant to the occupational area or sector

Explain the requirements of and types, functionality, advantages and limitations of a range of driver visibility aids for a range of occupationally relevant plant and vehicles

Explain how ground conditions and features, proximity hazards and weight limits can affect the operations of plant and vehicles for different access points and work areas

Explain the importance and locations of positions of safety for a marshaller and other personnel

Describe and use different types of communication methods for receiving and communicating vehicle and plant movements

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Communicate vehicle and plant movement information to drivers/operators and others involved with related operations, including when plant or vehicles must stop

Explain the procedures to be followed if given information is insufficient and/or there is deviation for the given safe system of work

Access and confirm that the area for plant and vehicles movement remains suitable for manoeuvring activities, exclusion zones are maintained and contains suitable locations to undertake marshalling duties

Select appropriate sector-specific PPE and resources suitable for marshalling duties

Guide and assist the movement of and position at given exact locations, a range of typical plant and vehicles using the approved code of signals

Guide and assist plant and vehicles into and from restricted areas using forward and reverse motions using the approved code of signals

Guide and assist the movement of plant to support the duties being carried out by a plant operator

Ensure the manoeuvring area is kept and left safe during operations, and following the departure of plant and vehicles

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Assessment Process

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Frequently asked questions

A CPCS card certifies your competence in operating construction plant equipment. It’s often required on UK construction sites, especially those run by UKCG, to prove your qualifications and ensure site safety.

A CPCS card certifies your competence in operating construction plant equipment. It’s often required on UK construction sites, especially those run by UKCG, to prove your qualifications and ensure site safety.

To get a CPCS Red Card, you need to pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test and complete both CPCS theory and practical tests for your specific plant category.

To upgrade to a Blue Card, you must hold a valid Red Card and complete the relevant NVQ for your plant category within the 2-year validity period of your Red Card.

To upgrade to a Blue Card, you must hold a valid Red Card and complete the relevant NVQ for your plant category within the 2-year validity period of your Red Card.

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