Ride On Road Roller

Provide the candidate with the basic knowledge and practical skills involved in operating a Ride on Road Roller.

• Be able to operate the machine safely and correctly in accordance with manufacturers instructions and accepted good practice.

• Carry out a pre-shift inspection.

• Be able to operate safely under varying site conditions.

• Be able to carry out minor adjustments and routine services.

• Have sufficient knowledge and practical skills to successfully complete the CPCS Technical Test.

All personnel required to operate a Ride on Road Roller.

Candidates will participate in theory lessons and practical demonstrations / exercises, all of which are highlighted by the use of OHP & Videos covering;

• An Introduction to the Construction Industry

• Current relevant regulations

• Introduction to machine Pre – shift inspections Controls and instruments

• Coolant, fuel and lubrication systems

• Rolling and compacting

• Using and applying correct staggers and overlaps

• Maintaining cambers and cross-falls

• Compaction of junctions

• CPCS Technical Test Theory Element

This depends on the experience and number of candidates, the ratio of candidates / machines per Instructor.

Health & Safety Test Specific to your chosen category MUST be passed before a CPCS Technical Test can be Taken.

All candidates will complete the Full (Theory & Practical) CPCS Technical Test and on successful completion will be issued with a CPCS Red Trained Operators Card

Companies who are CITB Levy Payers can claim grants to cover some of the costs of the training and tests.