NPORS N722 Material Re-Handler 360 Course
Operate one of the most versatile machines on modern worksites with our NPORS N722 Material Re-Handler 360 Course. Material re-handlers are used daily across construction sites, recycling plants, ports, warehouses and industrial yards to move bulk materials quickly and safely. This course gives you the skills, confidence and formal certification you need to operate them safely and efficiently.
At Construction & Plant Training Services, we mix clear theory with plenty of hands-on practice. On successful completion, you will receive your NPORS Operator Card, fully recognised across the UK and accepted on construction sites as part of the NPORS/CSCS scheme.
We deliver training at our Wellingborough centre or on-site anywhere in the UK, and we offer a lowest price guarantee – if you find a cheaper like-for-like course, we will match it.
Who this course is for
This course suits a wide range of candidates, including:
- Beginners starting a career as a material re-handler operator
- Site operatives or yard workers adding re-handler duties to their skill set
- Experienced operators who need an experienced worker assessment
- Staff in construction, ports, warehousing, recycling or industrial sectors needing formal certification
We tailor the course length and content to your existing experience.
What you will learn
Our NPORS material re-handler training gives you the essential knowledge and practical skills to operate safely, efficiently and in line with current regulations.
You’ll begin with the basics: site rules, hazard awareness and your legal duties under LOLER and PUWER. You’ll learn how to read the manufacturer’s handbook, perform daily pre-start checks, and spot defects before they become a safety risk.
Next, you’ll build your operating skills. You’ll practise safe mounting and dismounting, starting and stopping the engine, using the controls to move and rotate the upper structure, and manoeuvring safely in tight spaces. You’ll also learn how to carry out work area safety checks, maintain stability on different surfaces, and communicate clearly with banksmen and ground staff.
Also practise swapping between different lifting attachments – such as clamshell grabs and sorting grapples – and learn how to load bulk materials safely into trucks or hoppers without over-spilling. Towards the end of the course, we’ll run through how to prepare the re-handler for transport: securing booms, isolating power, checking tie-down points, and finally parking and shutting down the machine so it’s clean, locked and ready for the next shift.
Course format and certification
- Training delivered UK-wide on your site or at our Wellingborough training centre
- Routes for novice candidates and experienced worker assessments
- Delivered by NPORS-accredited instructors with real site experience
- Combination of theory and practical modules with individual coaching
- On completion you’ll receive your NPORS Operator Card (valid 5 years)
- or NPORS/CSCS card (valid 2 years with a valid CITB HS&E test)
Why choose Construction & Plant Training Services
- We train on well-kept, full-size 360 material re-handlers fitted with the same attachments you’ll use on real jobs
- We can work around your shifts, including early starts or weekend sessions, to keep your site running
- We offer a best price guarantee – bring us any like-for-like quote and we’ll match it
- Every session is built around real site tasks – from stockpiling aggregates to loading scrap – so you can use your new skills straight away
Our training is practical, relevant and led by instructors who’ve done the job themselves – so you learn what really matters on site.
Outcomes and career benefits
Completing the NPORS N722 Material Re-Handler 360 Course gives you:
- A recognised NPORS material re-handler licence / 360 re-handler ticket
- The skills to operate safely on construction, industrial, recycling and port sites
- Compliance with UK safety legislation including LOLER and PUWER
- Better job prospects and access to higher-paid work
- A solid base for progressing to other categories of heavy plant
Join our NPORS N722 Material Re-Handler 360 Course
Ready to start? Book your NPORS N722 Material Re-Handler 360 Course today with Construction & Plant Training Services. Get trained, certified and site-ready!
NPORS N722 Material Re-Handler 360 Course – FAQ
What is the NPORS N722 Material Re-Handler 360 course?
It is practical and theory-based training that teaches you to operate a 360° material re-handler safely and efficiently. It leads to a recognised NPORS Operator Card accepted across UK construction, recycling, ports and industrial sites.
Who can take this course?
Suitable for novice operators, site operatives adding re-handler duties, and experienced workers who need formal certification.
Do I need experience before enrolling?
No. We offer a full novice route and an Experienced Worker assessment for those with prior seat time.
What will I learn on this course?
You will cover hazard awareness, site rules, LOLER and PUWER duties, manufacturer’s guidance, pre-start checks, safe mounting and dismounting, precise control and slewing, stability and ground conditions, banksman communication, shutdown and transport preparation.
Are attachments included in training?
Yes. We cover common tools such as clamshell grabs and sorting grapples (and magnets where applicable), including safe fitting, checks and correct use for loading trucks, hoppers and stockpiles.
Where is the training delivered?
At our Wellingborough training centre or on-site anywhere in the UK. If you searched for “material re-handler training near me”, we can come to you.
Do you provide the machine and equipment?
Yes at our centre. For on-site delivery, suitable material re-handlers, attachments and a safe training area must be available.
What qualification will I receive?
You will earn an NPORS Operator Card (often called a material re-handler licence or 360 re-handler ticket). NPORS/CSCS options are available where required.
Is the NPORS ticket accepted on major sites?
Yes. NPORS is widely recognised across UK construction, recycling, ports and civils. For CSCS logo acceptance, a valid CITB HS&E test is usually required.
How long does the training take?
Duration depends on your experience and chosen route (novice vs experienced assessment). We confirm the schedule at booking.
Can you train groups or run weekend sessions?
Yes. We deliver UK-wide on-site training, including early starts and weekends, to minimise downtime for teams and shifts.
How much does the course cost?
We offer the lowest price guarantee. If you find a cheaper like-for-like quote, we will match it.
Which regions do you cover?
Nationwide: Midlands (incl. Wellingborough), South East, South West, North West, North East, Scotland and Wales – for example London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Bristol, Newcastle, Glasgow.
How will this help my career?
Operators with a 360 material re-handler ticket are in demand across recycling plants, ports, warehouses and construction. Consequently, you gain access to better roles and rates.
