CPCS Dump Truck Articulated Chassis A56 (5-day)
Cost: £1,705
Funding: CITB grant payable of £630 per person to eligible companies
Duration: 5 days
Locations: Bircham (Norfolk)
Dates: Call 0344 994 4433
Entry requirements: See below
A 5-day course for beginners seeking a qualification in the operation of a dump truck with articulated chassis.
If you pass the technical tests, we apply for the CPCS Trained Operator (red) Card on your behalf.
Experienced but need a formal qualification? Consider the 2-day course.
Course content
- Understand operator responsibilities, site safety, and relevant regulations (PUWER, LOLER)
- Identify ADT components, controls, safety systems, and working limits
- Perform daily pre-use inspections, checks, and basic maintenance
- Mount, dismount, and operate the ADT safely
- Manoeuvre the vehicle over varying ground conditions, inclines, and confined areas
- Load, transport, and tip materials efficiently while maintaining stability
- Work safely around other plant, personnel, and site hazards
- Recognise ground conditions, obstacles, and environmental risks
- Conduct safe shutdown, parking, and securing procedures
- Prepare for CPCS theory and practical assessments.
Teaching and assessment
- 4 days of classroom learning and practical exercises
- 1 day CPCS technical tests.
What you get
Entry requirements
- CITB HS&E test passed within the last two years, or the new test CPCS Plant Operative Health, Safety and Environment Test - NOCN Job Cards
- Good spoken and written English
- Valid form of ID. See accepted forms of ID
By booking a course, you agree to follow our Terms and Conditions.
Grants and funding
Grants are available for eligible employers. For further information please visit our grant pages.
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For more information, email ncc.accountmanager@citb.co.uk or call 0344 994 4433
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