CPCS Excavator A59 novice – Above 10 tons Adult Employer Training
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Duchy College Stoke Climsland - 1 September 2025Duration
14 daysAttendance
Part-timeCourse information
The A59 CPCS test for novices, which covers 360 tracked excavators, involves both practical and theoretical assessments.
The practical assessment evaluates skills like operating the machine, fitting ancillary equipment, site navigation, and routine maintenance, while the theory test focuses on knowledge of safety procedures, machine capabilities, and site regulations
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• fit and use a range of bucket types
• site the machine safely and efficiently for excavating, grading, and loading duties
• carry out checks and minor adjustments and preparation for the machine for work
• travel the machine within site conditions
• understand the capabilities, purposes, and limitations of using the 360 excavator for excavating, loading, and grading duties
• comply with all safety requirements
• interpret given information to carry out excavating, loading, and grading duties to given tolerances

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