CPCS Dozer Operator (A34)

What is CPCS Dozer Operator Training (A34)?

A dozer, short for bulldozer, is a powerful and versatile machine that play a crucial role in many types of construction and earthmoving projects. Dozers are commonly used for earthmoving in construction projects, such as grading and levelling land, building roads, clearing debris, and excavating foundations. They are also used in the demolition of buildings and structures.
People who operate dozers need special training to do it safely. The CPCS A34 Dozer Operator training course is designed for beginners and people who have some experience. By the end of the course, you’ll be ready to take the CPCS tests and become a certified Dozer Operator.

CPCS Dozer Operator Training - Key Information

Foundation and Experienced courses available
Complete this course to apply for your Red Card or to keep your Blue Card up to date
CPCS is the most recognised qualification for operating plant in the UK
Practical, hands-on training course
You must hold the relevant CITB health, safety and environment test (less than 2 years old)
Theory assessment and practical CPCS technical test

What will I learn on a CPCS Dozer Operator course?

Knowledge and Skills covered during your Dozer Operator training will include:

Health and safety regulations that apply to operating a dozer
Safe operation of the dozer
Site preparation for building using a dozer
How to move, handle and transport materials using a dozer
Environmental considerations when operating a dozer

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Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS)

The CPCS covers an extensive range of plant categories. The Construction Plant Competence Scheme uses practical and written assessments to ensure you are competent in your chosen category. These assessments are taken at the end of your training.

Pass the relevant Health, Safety and Environment Test.
Attend training days in your chosen category.
At the end of your training, complete your category assessments (assessment fee’s are included in your course price).
Receive your Trained Operator (red) or Competent Operator (blue) card.

What is the difference between the Red and Blue CPCS Card?

You can start working within your chosen category once you have earned the Red (trained operator) card. The card confirms the core skills, knowledge and understanding required. However, a newly trained operator will still require full and close supervision until they deemed sufficiently experienced to without supervision. That is where the Blue CPCS card comes in.

Red CPCS Card
Each category on your red card will have it’s own 2 year expiry date the card itself has no expiry. Your Red card is not renewable, this is to ensure progression towards your competent card (The Blue CPCS card). During the 2 years you will be expected to register and achieve a NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) or SVQ (Scottish Vocational Qualification) and upgrade to the Blue (competent operator) card.

Blue CPCS Card
To earn your Blue card you must meet the requirements of the Red card plus complete an NVQ or SVQ in your category.
Your Blue card will last for 5 years, each category on the card will have the expiry of the card itself. You will have to renew your card within the 5 years.

If you would like to read more about the application process for Red and Blue CPCS cards, read this ‘How to get your CPCS Card’ document from CPCS.

CPCS Dozer Operator (A34) Course Content

You will cover the following content on your CPCS Dozer Operator training course:

The purpose of principle components, controls and terminology of dozers
Conforming with manufacturer requirements and relevant regulations and legislation
Undergoing pre-use plant checks and configuring the machine ready for travel
Travelling over rough, undulating ground, substantial inclines and level surfaces
Manoeuvring the dozer equipment in confined spaces
Configuring and setting up the machine for excavating duties
Constructing ramps, forming and shaping stockpiles
Grading, spreading and levelling ground and materials
Carrying out plant equipment shut down and securing procedures
Loading and unloading procedures for machine transporting

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Assessment and Certification

You will take both a theory and practical assessment for your CPCS Dozer Operator training course.
You will take a theory assessment in the form of the CPCS verbal test. You need to achieve 80%, plus full marks on any mandatory questions to pass the standard set in the theory test.
Your practical test will assess your operating ability through practical activities based on the core skills needed to operate the dozer.

What qualification will I get on the CPCS Dozer Operator training course?

CPCS Trained Operator Card (red card) on passing the CPCS technical tests.
CITB National Construction College e-certificate, available on request from CITB.

Entry Requirements

You need to have the following to enrol on the CPCS Dozer Operator course:

The relevant CITB health, safety and environment test, passed no more than two years before the course start date
Good understanding of spoken and written English.

Special Considerations

The delegate can have additional time for their theory test which is a verbal or taped verbal test. If a translator is required, this will incur additional costs and will need to be arranged in advance.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding support during the course, please contact our team on 0800 0213 263.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the questions we frequently get asked about CPCS courses.

How long does my CPCS card last for?

See the CPCS website here and click on the link 'How to get your CPCS Card' find out all the information you need about your Red Trained Operator Card and Blue Competent Operator Card. On CPCS individual CPCS courses, there is a 'CPCS Card' tab, which will tell you about the process of Red and Blue cards.

How much is a CPCS course?

CPCS courses will vary depending on location and how many days your course is. Most courses are 3-5 days long. Your assessment, card and certificate (if applicable) and the hire of the plant you will have your practical training in, is all included in your course price. CPCS is one of the most widely recognised qualifications in the UK and they are dedicated to raising the standards and skills of those in the construction industry. Therefore, most principal contractors and major house builders will require all construction workers to hold a valid CSCS card, which includes CPCS. This means that if you invest in a CPCS course and pass it successfully, you will have gained the most widely recognised qualifications in the UK.

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