top of page

NPORS Road Roller - N214

NPORS Logo
NPORS N214 Road Roller Training in Cornwall & Devon

We provide NPORS Road Roller training in Devon, Cornwall and the wider Southwest, with courses available for beginners, experienced operators, and companies.

Who is this course for?

This course is for candidates of all abilities who wish to learn to drive the Ride on Roller

Course Aims

To provide thorough theory and practical training in operating the roller, to enable the candidate to pass the NPORS theory and practical tests.

How long is the course?

Recommended Duration:

Novice: Up to 3 Days

Refresher (with test): 1 Day

Experienced Worker Test: ½ Day (no training beforehand)

What will I learn on the course?

To pass the test, you must successfully carry out the following activities:

 

  • Complete all manufacturers pre-start checks

  • Prepare the roller for compacting

  • Travel the roller over varying terrain

  • Pass the roller through a restriction

  • Prepare an exclusion zone and get the roller ready for the relevant work

  • Compact an area of ground

  • Compact a straight run with supporting and un-supporting edges

  • Place several objects - simulating ironwork

  • Place the roller in the safe park position

  • The practical test must be completed within 1 hour.

Is there a test?

Candidates will complete a theory and practical test.

The theory test consists of 5 written questions and 20 multiple choice questions. Candidates will be provided with a copy of the theory test questions before the test.

If any candidates experience difficulties with reading or writing, please let us know so we can assist them appropriately.

Candidates requiring the Traditional NPORS card with the "HS&E Tested" logo on the card must have passed the CITB Health, Safety & Environment Operatives test within two years of the NPORS test date.

Candidates requiring the CSCS NPORS card must also have passed the CITB Health, Safety & Environment Operatives test within two years of the NPORS test date.

Achievement

There are 2 types of NPORS cards available. Once candidates have passed both the theory and practical tests they will either achieve the 5 year Traditional NPORS Card or the 2 year NPORS CSCS Red Trained Operator Card (requires an NVQ on expiry).

What happens after I complete the course?

The Traditional NPORS Card is valid for 5 years and can be renewed by either an employer signing a renewal form, or by the operative completing refresher training.

 

The NPORS CSCS Red Trained Operator card is valid for 2 years, once achieved you can upgrade to an NPORS Blue Competent Operator card. To upgrade to a blue card, you must achieve the NVQ in Plant Operations before your red card expires.

For more information, please contact the test centre.

bottom of page