CPCS A47 Training Course: Piling Rig – Bored Below 20 Tonnes
Learn How to Operate a Bored Piling Rig and Earn Your CPCS A47 Card
If you’re working on foundations or groundwork, the CPCS A47 training course puts you through the paces of running a bald piling rig under 20 tonnes. You’ll train on real machines, learn all the safety steps, and earn the official Red Card that proves you know your stuff.
Whether you’re turning your first wheel or already familiar with plant gear, this course gets you ready for day‑to‑day site work involving piling rigs.
Who Is This CPCS A47 Training Course For?
Idealny dla:
- Beginners looking to operate piling rigs for the first time
- Plant operators wanting to add A47 to their CPCS card
- Contractors upgrading their crew’s credentials
- Anyone needing a recognised CPCS qualification for bored piling
No prior experience is needed, but a bit of site savvy helps.
Czego się dowiesz
- Conducting safety checks and machine setup
- Driving and positioning the rig correctly
- Executing boring operations safely
- Working efficiently in confined or awkward areas
- Recognising and avoiding hazards on site
- Maintaining the rig and handling minor fixes
- Shutting down and securing the machine properly
Everything’s hands‑on with real gear – not just slides in a classroom.
CPCS A47 Training Course Details & Cost
- Czas trwania: Generally 4–5 days, based on experience
- Gdzie: CPCS approved centres across the UK
- Certyfikacja: CPCS A47 Red Trained Operator Card
- Cena: Call or enquire online for today’s rates
Once you’ve passed the theory and practical tests, you’ll be good to work on piling projects nationwide.
How It Works
- Classroom sections: covering regulations, safety, components, and piling theory
- Practical sessions: using the piling rig under instructor supervision
- Oceny:
- CPCS theory test (Q&A style)
- Practical test (demonstrating safe rig use)
After passing both, the Red Card is yours to keep (valid for two years).
Book Your CPCS A47 Training Course
It’s easy – hit our website or give us a call. We’ll match you with a nearby date and explain everything you need to bring.
Contact us and book now
Często zadawane pytania (FAQ)
What is a bored piling rig?
It’s a machine that drills vertical holes into the ground for foundations. In this course, you’ll learn how to control a machine under 20 tonnes.
Czy potrzebuję doświadczenia?
Not at all. We teach you from the basics up – perfect for novices or operators who want to move into piling.
Jak długi jest kurs?
Typically 4–5 days. If you’ve handled machinery before, we may finish earlier.
Jaką kwalifikację otrzymam?
Zdobędziesz CPCS A47 Red Card, valid for two years. It’s the standard qualification UK sites look for.
Where is the training?
At CPCS centres across the UK. On‑site sessions may be offered if your company has the correct equipment.
How much CPCS A47 Training Course will it cost?
Course price varies depending on location and group size. Contact us to get a clear, all‑in quote.
Czy mogę ulepszyć tę kartę?
Yes. After gaining field experience, you can take an NVQ and upgrade to the Blue Competent Operator Card.
