360 Excavator

360 Excavator training with Didac delivers practical skills and theoretical knowledge allowing candidates to operate in compliance with HSE requirements.

Which accreditation is right for you? NPORS ITSSAR
Training Delivery
On-Site (Nationwide)
Training Centre
Courses Available
Below 5 Tonnes N123
Below 10 Tonnes N202
Above and Below 10 Tonnes N202
Training is available to
Novice
Experienced
Refresher
Duration, Learners and Assessment
Training Duration 1-10 Days 1-10 Days
Learners 3 Maximum 3 Maximum
Theory Assessment
Practical Assessment
Course Handout
Training Manual and User Guidance
Registration Fees (Per Person)
Certificate/Registration £20.00 + VAT £4.50 + VAT
Photo ID Card (750gsm) £20.00 + VAT £7.50 + VAT
Photo ID Card & Certificate £25.00 + VAT £7.50 + VAT
HSE Compliance
PUWER 1998 Read more
LOLER 1998 Read more
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Read more

Get a Quote

    PRICE AND TRAINING DATES

    360 Excavator training prices and availability are dependent upon location as training is delivered on clients' premises.

    To receive a quotation, complete the Get-A-Quote form including a postcode and our sales staff will contact you with full details.

    0800 773 4230

    Training Syllabus

    Training syllabus

    • Controls and instruments
    • Coolant, fuel and lubrication systems
    • Current relevant regulations
    • Excavating deep and shallow excavation
    • Explanation of attachments
    • Introduction to the machine
    • Other associated activities
    • Pre – shift inspections
    • Trenching, back-filling, levelling and marking out (where applicable)

    Additional benefits

    • Incorporate your company’s risk assessments
    • Soft copies of all course paperwork are available to employers on completion of training
    • Successful candidates receive a temporary pass notification form on the day as evidence of training

    Equipment Information

    Equipment information

    Digger training courses are available across the majority of makes, models, types of machinery and attachments including but not limited to the following.

    NOTE: If you do not see the equipment for which you require training this does not mean that our trainers / assessors are not qualified to deliver the training you need.

    Excavator Types. Attachments.
    Barge
    Compact
    Counterweight
    Crawler
    High Chassis
    Hydraulic
    Log Loader
    Rubber Ducks
    Tracked
    Trackhoes
    Wheeled
    Auger
    Backfill Blade (Dozer)
    Breaker
    Bucket
    Grapple
    More on request
    Makes & Models. Continued. Continued.
    BEML Limited
    Bobcat
    Bucyrus Erie
    Case
    Caterpillar (CAT)
    Doosan
    ENMTP
    Hitachi
    Hitachi Construction Machinery Europe
    Hydrema
    Hyundai Heavy Industries
    JCB
    John Deere
    Kobelco
    Komatsu
    Komatsu Limited
    Kubota
    Larsen & Toubro
    Liebherr
    LiuGong
    Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
    New Holland
    Sany
    ST Engineering
    Takeuchi
    Terex
    Terex
    Volvo
    Wacker Neuson
    XCMG

    Course Description

    Course Description

    Digger driver training equips drivers with a basic knowledge of the machines mechanics to conduct rudimentary inspection and maintenance of the equipment in line with manufacturer recommendations. Candidates on Digger courses will also undertake training exercises in excavation methods and techniques.

    Our work-based training approach means the trainer assessor can tailor 360 Excavator training to the type of Excavator, attachments and specific job requirements to equip your employees with the relevant skills to be effective in their job. Whether that’s demolition, material handling, forestry work, landscaping or other, our professional instructors can deliver a 360 Digger training course for your needs.

    Digger operator training is to the nationally recognised level as required by the Provision and Use of Work equipment 1998 (PUWER 1998) and Section 2 of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.

    Excavator training is delivered on the customer site; the client is required to supply the Excavator, all PPE and equipment.

    Training Locations

    On-site 360 Excavator training, UK wide

    Didac deliver on-site 360 Excavator training and other plant courses to any location across the UK.

    Some recent on-site training locations include:

    • Brighton
    • Bristol
    • Cardiff
    • Coventry
    • Derby
    • Dorset
    • Gloucester
    • Hampshire
    • Kent
    • Leicester
    • Lincoln
    • London
    • Newport
    • Nottingham
    • Portsmouth
    • Sheffield
    • Southampton
    • Surrey
    • Sussex
    • Swindon
    • Yorkshire

    Overseas Work

    Didac will always consider work overseas.

    Contact us about our overseas work policy.

    Frequently asked questions

    Does my 180 Excavator ticket cover me to operate a 360 Excavator?
    No.

    180 and 360 Excavator certifications are not interchangeable.

    Is there a minimum age requirement for completing 360 Excavator training?
    With the exception of Lift Truck operators, there is no minimum age outlined in any UK legislation for plant operators.Lift Truck operators in the UK must be over the minimum school leaving age (except in docks where they must be at least 18 years old).

    You can find out more here: HSE Workplace Transport FAQ

    Is there an upper age limit for completing 360 Excavator training?
    No.
    Do I receive a Digger licence when I complete this training?
    There is no such thing as a licence as such, for any piece of plant machinery in the UK.

    The term ‘licence’ suggests a document issued from a governmental or other constituted authority to operate an Excavator. No such authority exists; there are only accrediting bodies and training providers who operate independently of the HSE or any other government organisation.

    Successful candidates do receive a certificate and photo ID card, sometimes referred to as a Digger ticket; this provides evidence that the candidate has completed training and is certified to use the equipment as outlined on the certification.

    Can I use this training to drive an Excavator on the public highway?
    To operate an Excavator, whether on the public highway or not, the operator should be properly trained and certified.Public highways in the UK are governed by the DVLA; the same rules apply for operating plant machinery on the road as with operating a different type of motor vehicle.

    • The vehicle must be properly taxed.
    • A valid insurance policy must be held.
    • The driver must hold a valid road driving licence.

    Testimonials

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    Denholm Industrial services

    Just thought I say thank you for the tuition on the course. It was enjoyable and knowledgeable. Both Aaron and myself learnt a lot of new things which we will be putting into practice tomorrow in Plymouth. Thank again Paul and I wish you all the best on the future.

    Dominic Barlow http://www.denholm-industrial.com/ Yeovil