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Standard Practical Tests for A02 - A40

1. Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A27 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme MEWP Mast Climber A27 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Checked the work area for hazards prior to use Checked the mast climber was vertical prior to use Preparin P 6 Checked the mast climber was stable prior to use All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to work Accessing area secured Harness donned and attached if required Setting u 8 up Safety devices checked for function and security ojo o ui o o n n Emergency lowering function checked 10 Platform travelled to limits of operation 11 Prepared platform and landing for load transfer 12 Accessed given points Working 13 Load secure in platform 14 Followed given instructions 15 Platform positioned at an out of service level Shutdown 16 All out of service and securing procedures Oth 17 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with er 18 Test completed within the given time All
2. tasks uy M Parking brake applied and neutral selected before lifting and placing loads uy oo Undercut loads uy to Completing Loads left safe and secure Shutdown N o All shut down and securing procedures N HB Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with Other N N Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Forklift mounting and dismounting Full observation before moving and reversing Maintaining full observation whilst travelling Travelling Matching travel speed to ground conditions and type Placing all loads at the given points within the given tolerance Forks clear of load when travelling unless tilted Load clear of deck prior to traversing in Keeping forks low but clear of the ground during travel OlLOINI DIOR WIN r Positioning and setting the forklift when lifting or placing loads 10 Entering and exiting loads cleanly Working 11 Loads heeled whilst travelling if applicable 12 Sequence of using hydraulic lifting controls NPP PRP ININITNIT RP ITNT PIN WIR 13 Smooth use of the steering braking transmission and hydraulic controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construct
3. Jib and bucket position when ascending and descending inclines Faced direction of travel whilst travelling Setting up Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to excavating and loading Dragline laterally level maintained during excavating Full bucket loads maintained during excavating and loading Working Loading vehicle and dragline position prior to loading Vehicle evenly loaded but not overloaded Stockpiles conformed with given specification Shutdown All shut down and securing procedures Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with pud Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Dragline mounting and dismounting 1 Full observation before moving 2 Full observation whilst travelling 2 Travelling Observation before slewing upper structure 2 Keeping drive sprockets to the rear when travelling J Matching travel speed to the ground type and conditions 1 Avoiding tight turns when travelling tracked machines only 1 Positioning and setting for excavating 2 Excavating in layers 2 Working Placing material cleanly into the loading vehicle 1 Avoiding contact with vehicle when loading 2 Use of steering hydraulic controls 2 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not ach
4. e Truck bed fitted with a headboard Other equipment e Structure racking or stacking to allow loads to be placed at high level e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e LOAD1 1 x load at least 50 of the rated capacity of the forklift e LOAD 2 3 x same sized loads on pallets for stacking purposes e LOAD3 A wide load at least 3 metres in length e The machine selected for the test must be of at least 1 tonne lift capacity in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the forklift e The weight of all loads must be known e The high level load placing must be at least 75 of the forklift s full rated height e Items for LOAD 2 must be safe for stacking Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 2 CPCS A18 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant CS Competence Scheme Activity instructions Technical test Practical Reach truck A18 Sequence Preparing for work Travelling amp manoeuvring refer to specifications Setting up for work Working tasks refer to specifications Completing work Shutting down Load placing Load placing stacking Manoeuvring chicane and reversing Manoeuvring LOAD 3 Test timings Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test Activities 2 7 can be undertaken in any order Activity 7 may be incorporated during activities
5. seat belt e Ground clear of hazards which must include rough terrain slope or slopes mound or bank of material suitable for extraction Aastraight run for reversing Other e Load carrying vehicle for spoil material equipment e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e The machine selected for the test must be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the machine e The slope must have at least an 18 1 5 5 incline with sufficient manoeuvring room at the top or a straight ramp with an up and down route with a flat area at the summit e The load carrying vehicle must have a minimum capacity equivalent to 4 full bucket loads of the skid steer being used for the test e There must be sufficient quantity of material from the bank or mound for all the activities Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A23 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant CS Competence Scheme Activity instructions Technical test Practical Skid steer loader A23 Sequence Preparing for work Travelling amp manoeuvring refer to specifications Setting up for work Working tasks refer to specifications Completing and shutting down Notes Travel restrictions Ramp length Ramp width Ramp incline Loading vehicle Test timings e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the sta
6. Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to work Setting up Positioned the tractor for the relevant work Trailer attached and disconnected using the correct sequence O o x o uj m5 uoc nN nm Mounted implement attached and disconnected using the correct sequence uy o PTO implement attached and disconnected using the correct sequence p e Mounted implement secured and stable prior to travel e N Working PTO driveline components checked for condition prior to connection ps w PTO shaft secured and fully locked onto tractor and implement ps D Sequence of starting and stopping the PTO driveline m uw PTO driveline checked for safe running uy a PTO driveline secured after disconnection ray M Completing All implements trailers and components safe and secure after disconnecting uy oo Shutdown All shutdown and securing procedures uy to on Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with ther N eo Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Tractor mounting and dismounting A Full observation before moving Travelling Full observation whilst travelling Full observation before and during reversing Transmission drive engaged smoothly from rest
7. Travel speed matches ground type and conditions Gear ratios match ground speed Working Tractor positioning within 3 attempts when connecting trailer Reversing into confined space within 3 attempts PININI RPI NI RPI WILNINI e Sequence of using hydraulic controls Smooth use of steering and braking controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A33 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Crawler tractor dozer A34 Resources required Machine e Crawler Dozer fitted with a suitable blade for the activities e Ground clear of hazards which must include level area for excavating embankment rough terrain slope or slopes e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring Other equipment e Laser equipped measuring equipment to ensure trench specifications are met e The machine selected for the test must be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the dozer e The slope must have at least an 18 1 5 5 incline with sufficient manoeuvring room at the top or a straight ramp with an up and down route with a flat area at the summit e The nominated area must be safe to allow excavations up to 2 metres deep and 30 metres long e The emb
8. CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme MEWP Scissor A25 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing 1 All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions 2 Emergency lowering function checked 3 MEWP set for travel 4 Tools equipment checked for security and positioning Travelling 5 Route assessed prior to travel 6 Encountered hazards and restrictions cleared 7 Faced direction of travel whilst travelling 8 Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to accessing 9 Accessing area secured Setting up 10 Signal arrangements confirmed with the signaller 11 Harness donned and attached if needed 12 MEWP positioned to access each point 13 Accessed given points and height 14 No contact with obstructions Working 15 Followed given instructions 16 Maintained stability at all times 17 Fall arrest equipment stowed for future use 18 All shutdown and securing procedures Shutdown 19 Emergency lowering function check 20 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with gus 21 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Can
9. IET PT Lela e 100 mm of a given position Load placing e Maximum of 75 mm clearance between all loads and the loads and truck vehicle bed headboard Load placing e Maximum of 75mm clearance between each load when placed back at stacking ground level activity 8 MEWO Maximum clearance less than 300 mm or 10 of the machine s width the chicane and greater applies between the forklift and chicane restriction sides when reversing undertaking each turn or passing through Manoeuvring LOAD 3 e Maximum clearance less than 300 mm Test timings e The test must be completed within 1 hour and 45 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 3 of 3 CPCS A14 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 THIS PAGE HAS INTENTIONALLY BEEN LEFT BLANK CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Rough terrain forklift mastea A14 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions Forklift set for travel Seat belt worn Restrictions cleared Full control maintained when ascending and descending slopes Travel direction on slopes No opposite movement of intended direction when restarting on slopes Limbs and body kept within confines of
10. OEA C 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the work excavator for travel 2 Travel to the work area and Travelling amp manoeuvring refer to pass through a restriction in forward and reverse specifications travel up and down the slope travel over rough terrain Setting up for EE 3 Prepare and set the excavator for the relevant work Produce 2 x straight trenches in a T pattern with square starts and finishes Change the backhoe bucket Lift the load from minimum radius position the load at 7596 of full radius and rotate for 180 degrees On completion land the load at a given point and detach Working task refer to activity refer to specifications 4 5 Load material into a vehicle 6 7 8 Reinstate the work area back to the original using all the function of the multi purpose bucket Enn 9 Park the excavator and carry out shut down and securing procedures e For activity 5 at least four loads must be placed by the backhoe which can be loaded whilst excavating the trenches The remaining capacity to be loaded with the front loader using spoil from the stockpile e The backhoe must be used for activity 7 e If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Travel mM e 500mm restrictions UE u e 0 8 metre 35mm Trenches e 5 metres and 3 metres
11. may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions 800 mm 1 0 metre 35 mm and straight within 60 mm Level area minimum of 10 metres in length 1 x blade width for a minimum length of 30 metres The test must be completed within 2 hours and 45 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 CPCS A34 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 Page 2 of 2 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme crawler tractor dozer A34 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions Dozer set for travel Travelling Restrictions and hazards cleared Control maintained when ascending and descending inclines Setting up Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to excavating Full blade loads maintained except for finishing work Depth of cut controlled Trench conformed to the stated sizes and tolerances Embankment trimmed to specification Workin E Short cycles of work maintained Blade lowered and adjusted smoothly during work Material feathered out after the cut Excavated area reinstated back to the original contours Shutdown All shutdown and securing procedures en Legi
12. 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare work the dragline for travel 2 Travel to the work area and Travelling amp travel up and down the slope manoeuvring refer to pass through a restriction specifications travel over rough terrain Setting up for ins 3 Prepare and set the dragline for the relevant work HS CHO 4 Excavate soil and form two stockpiles refer to EM PA 5 Load material into a vehicle Enea 6 Park the dragline and carry out shut down and securing procedures SIE e If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Travel restrictions Stockpile Loading vehicle Test timings 800 mm Minimum of 10 buckets loads each Loaded to capacity The test must be completed within 3 hours and 15 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A05 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Dragline AOS Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions Dragline set for travel Restrictions cleared Travelling Encountered hazards cleared
13. Forklift level prior to lifting or placing loads 13 SWL not exceeded at all times 14 Machine s stability maintained at all times Working 15 Loads pallets not damaged during operations 16 Parking brake applied and neutral selected before lifting and placing loads 17 Undercut loads Completing 18 Loads left safe and secure Shut down 19 All shut down and securing procedures Other 20 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with 21 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty 1 Forklift mounting and dismounting 1 2 Full observation before moving and reversing 3 3 Full observation whilst travelling 2 4 Travel speed matched to ground conditions and type 1 Travelling 5 Allloads placed at the given points within the given tolerance 2 6 Forks or loads kept low but clear of the ground during travel 2 7 Position and set the forklift when lifting or placing loads 2 8 Mast fully retracted during travel 2 9 Loads entered and exited cleanly 1 10 Loads heeled whilst travelling 1 Working 11 Sequence of using hydraulic lifting controls 2 12 Smooth use of the steering braking transmission and hydraulic 1 controls Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Cons
14. Make and model Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing 1 All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions 2 Dumper set for travel 3 Seat belt worn 4 Restrictions cleared Travelling 5 Encountered Hii cleared 6 Full control maintained when ascending and descending slopes 7 Noopposite movement of intended direction when restarting on slopes 8 Travel direction on slopes 9 Straight line kept for loaded reversing activity Setting up 10 Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to being loaded 11 Safe place selected during loading 12 Appropriate speed used when approaching discharge point 13 Edge protection applied or checked and used prior to discharging load Working 14 Parking brake applied and neutral selected before discharging loads 15 Vehicle marginally reversed after discharging to clear body if needed 16 Skip fully lowered before leaving discharging point 17 Stockpile formed using minimum loads Completing 18 Skip cleaned of material Shutdown 19 All shut down and securing procedures Other 20 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with 21 Activities test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty 1 Dumper mounting and
15. Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Dragline A05 Resources required Machine e Dragline and bucket e Ground clear of hazards which must include level area for excavating and to accommodate 2 x spoil heaps rough terrain slope or slopes e Load carrying vehicle for spoil material Other equipment e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e The machine selected for the test must meet the specification for the required endorsement be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the dragline e The slope must have at least an 18 1 5 5 incline with sufficient manoeuvring room at the top or a straight ramp with an up and down route with a flat area at the summit e The nominated area must be safe to allow excavations up to 3 metres deep e The load carrying vehicle must have a minimum capacity equivalent to 8 full bucket loads of the dragline being used for the test Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 2 CPCS A05 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant CS Competence Scheme Activity instructions Technical test Practical Dragline A05 e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activity 6 must be undertaken at the end of the test Sequence The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information AELA
16. Safe distance from sides of unsupported edges maintained 15 Overlapped spread material when compacting 16 All areas compacted to given specification as per activity measurements Shutdown 17 All shutdown and securing procedures 18 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with ous 19 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty 1 Ride on roller mounting and dismounting 1 2 Full observation before moving and reversing 3 Travelling 3 Full observation whilst travelling and reversing 2 4 Travel speed matching ground type and conditions 1 5 Control of throttle speed selection 1 6 Deploying of vibration system if available 1 7 Overlap of passes by correct amount 2 8 Repositioning on compacted hard standing areas 2 Working 9 Impacting supported edges 2 10 No scuffing of the surface 2 11 Minimising short working cycles 2 12 Smooth use of steering and hydraulic controls 2 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 1of1 CPCS A31 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme soil Landfill compactor A32 Resources required Machine e Soil Landfill C
17. The unfolding of the boom and extension to the pour point to be undertaken following given signals e A DVLA issued driving licence bearing class C must be held by the candidate prior to the test taking place e Ifthe machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions e 3 Where part of the test is integrated with production activities the pipeline specification and securing requirements may be simulated e 7 May be simulated if unable to be carried out during production activities Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 20f3 CPCS AO06 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Concrete pump A06 Truck mounted boom Activity measurements Pumping e Minimum of 15 minutes duration e The test must be collectively completed within 2 hours and 15 minutes or until the pour has been completed Test timings Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 3 of 3 CPCS AO06 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 THIS PAGE HAS INTENTIONALLY BEEN LEFT BLANK Technical test Practical Concrete pump A06 Truck mounted boom CP Construction Plant CS Competence Scheme Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of tes
18. Travelling amp manoeuvring refer to specifications travel up and down the slope soil compactor only passthrough a restriction in forward and reverse travel over rough terrain Setting up for en 3 Prepare and set the compactor for the relevant work Working tasks 4 refer to specifications Spread dumped loads in even layers on the sloping face Landfill compactors or on a level area Soil compactors Completing REY 5 Form a cover over the spread material and level EIBIPMUREE 6 Park the compactor and carry out shut down and securing procedures e For the purposes of the test a pass is constituted as compacting in one direction and returning in the same track e fthe machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Activity measurements Travel m e 800mm restrictions Compacting duty e Spread material to be compacted using a minimum of 3 passes e Machine to be operated at 75 of maximum working capacity and using full loads on the blade Work efficiency Test timings e The test must be completed within 1 hour and 30 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A32 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme soil Landfill compactor A32 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester na
19. accessories for LOADS 1 2 and 3 must be fit for purpose certificated and made available to the candidate The unserviceable lifting accessories selected for the identification activity must have at least one visual defect The weight of all loads must be known If additional personnel are used to relay signals or control loads they must be competent in all activities A lift plan for all activities must have been constructed by a competent person and communicated to all those within the lifting team Information within the plan that may assist the candidate during the test and compromise skills and understanding may be withheld at the discretion of the tester A hand or tag line must be used to control at least one of the loads on the test and may be used on all loads if deemed appropriate The risk assessment and method statement must stipulate that the rope is at least 16mm in diameter is free of knots kinks fraying or any form of damage is of suitable length allowing easy control of the load but with minimal excessive free length is attached to the load and cannot unintentionally become free with the parts of the rope secured by a shackle karabiner or other device with a sprung latch and not tied in a knot the free end of the rope does not have an eye or loop although the secured end may require an eye to accommodate the shackle the free end is not wrapped around the hands or parts of the body
20. area at the summit e The PTO driven implement may be used in conjunction with the trailer bowser or mounted implement Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A33 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant CS Competence Scheme Activity instructions Technical test Practical Agricultural tractor A33 Sequence Preparing for work Travelling amp manoeuvring refer to specifications Setting up for work Working tasks refer to specifications Completing work Shutting down e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activity 2 may be spread over the period of the test e Activities 4 5 and 6 may be carried out in any order during the test e Activity 6 may be combined with activity 4 or 5 e Activity 8 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the tractor for travel 2 With the trailer and mounted implement travel up and down the slope travel over rough terrain and additionally with the trailer stop and restart on the incline in the up direction carry out sharp left and right hand turns reverse into a confined space 3 Position and prepare the tractor for all work 4 trailer with the confined area Attach the 3 point linkage implement and
21. at and indicated point 240 degrees from the pick up point using full reach horizontal of the telescopic handler Carry out undercutting when lifting and placing a load All loads to be placed at ground level following completion of each Completing activity work Configure the forklift for road travel Park the telescopic handler and carry out shut down and securing procedures Shutting down The forks must be set to the widest position at the start of the test For the truck loading activity 2 x loads must be placed square to the headboard For item 5 another activity must be undertaken after placing the load at height For Load 4 the restriction must be higher than the height of the load the forks may not be raised during manoeuvring activities The stack must be at least 10 metres away from the truck bed If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions For activity 6 the candidate must be instructed at the start of this activity to load the vehicle as though further loads are to be placed on the vehicle bed e g following the sequence whereby the vehicle is to be fully loaded On activity 6 should the load or pallet be narrower than fork carriage the given measurement maximum of 75mm applies between the headboard and side of the carriage for the first load On completion of the third load being placed and machine moved away from the
22. cab when travelling Travelling OLOINIDI WMP R WIN e Straight line kept during reversing activity BR o Loads secure on forks HB HB Encountered hazards cleared Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to lifting HB N p w Loads assessed for weight and condition prior to lifting Setting up HB p Forks spaced to match loads m wn Forklift level prior to lifting or placing loads SWL not exceeded at all times Machine s stability maintained at all times uy a Hd M uy oo Loads pallets not damaged during operations Sequence of loads placed and removed onto and from truck bed Parking brake applied and neutral selected before lifting and placing loads Working uy to N o N HB Undercut loads Completing 22 Loads left safe and secure Shutdown 23 All shut down and securing procedures Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with Other 25 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Forklift mounting and dismounting Full observation before moving and reversing Travelling Maintaining full observation whilst travelling Matching travel speed to ground conditions and type Placing all loads at the given points within the giv
23. carry out activity 2 On completion disconnect the implement 6 Connect the PTO driven implement and run to full speed to ensure correct functioning On completion detach the PTO driveline 7 Leave all implements trailers and components safe and secure 8 Parkthe tractor and carry out shut down and securing procedures e Thetrailer must be reversed into a confined area that is at least the length of the trailer e If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Activity measurements Reversing direction Reversing restriction Test timings e 800mm e 1metre e Thetest must be completed within 1 hour and 20 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A33 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Agricultural tractor A33 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions Tractor set for travel Restrictions and hazards cleared Travelling Full control maintained when ascending and descending slopes No opposite movement of intended direction when restarting on slopes
24. conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the crane e Duties charts for the crane being used for the test must be available for use e The slinger and signaller must be certificated and competent e All lifting accessories must be fit for purpose and certificated e The weight of all loads must be known Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 1 of 3 CPCS A02 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Crawler crane A02 Activity instructions e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 6 11 can be undertaken in any order e Activities 9 and 11 may be incorporated during activities 6 7 or 8 Sequence e Activity 14 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed collectively within a given time The specification s section gives further information AEA 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the work crane for travel MTTIABEE 2 Set up the equipment for work following the relevant specification manoeuvring refer to 3 Lubricate the delivery hoses with a suitable primer if applicable specifications Senine Goor 4 Prepare and set the crane for each lift ork 5 Change the number of falls on the hook block from 3 to 2 to 2 to 3 6 Lift LOAD 1 which must be at 75 of maximum radius and land at minimum radius at a desi
25. down and securing procedures 9 Stow all equipment and return the vehicle to the park position e The vehicle must be driven for a distance of at least 1 Kilometre for activity 6 Notes e The vehicle must be driven for a minimum distance of 10 metres before placing the skip body within the confined space for activity 7 Activity measurements Confined space restriction Skip body placing e No wider than the width of the vehicle plus 900 mm e 800 mm of a given position Headroom restriction e Clearance of half of the height of the skip body being used for that activity Test timings e The test must be completed within 1 hour and 45 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A39 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Skip handler A39 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions Vehicle and skips bodies set for road travel Stabilisers fully stowed and locked Skip bodies locked clamped to vehicle bed prior to movement Travelled accordingly with the environment Travelling Restrictions and hazards cleared Area checked and safe p
26. hazards which must include level area and inclines to allow excavations up to 2 0 metres deep rough terrain slope or slopes e Load carrying vehicle for spoil material optional Other equipment e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e Laser equipped measuring equipment to ensure trench specifications are met e The machine selected for the test must meet the specification for the required endorsement be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the excavator e The slope must have at least an 18 1 5 5 incline with sufficient manoeuvring room at the top or a straight ramp with an up and down route with a flat area at the summit e The load carrying vehicle if used must be able to accommodate all the spoil extracted whilst excavating one of the trenches Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A37 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant CS Competence Scheme Activity instructions Technical test Practical Trencher A37 Sequence Preparing for work Travelling amp manoeuvring refer to specifications Setting up for work Working tasks refer to specifications Shutting down Activities 1 7 to be undertaken in a sequential order except Activity 6 to be undertaken with activities 4 and 5 Activity 2 can be undertaken at any time during the test Activity 7 must b
27. health and safety requirements complied with erher 20 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty 1 Platform loading and unloading 2 Travelling 2 Full observation before moving 2 3 Full observation whilst travelling 2 4 Platform raised smoothly 2 5 Platform lowered smoothly 1 Working 6 Intended direction selected for travel 2 7 Sequence of controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A20 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme wheeled loading shovel A21 Resources required e Wheeled Loading Shovel with Machine ageneral purpose bucket e Ground clear of hazards which must include rough terrain slope or slopes mound or bank of material suitable for extraction Aastraight run for reversing e Load carrying vehicle for spoil material Other equipment e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e The machine selected for the test must be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the machine e The slope must have at least an 18 1 5 5 incline with sufficient manoeuvring room at the top or a straight ramp with an up and down route with a flat are
28. observation whilst travelling 2 Travelling 4 Drive sprockets kept to rear when travelling 1 5 Lifting accessories clear of the ground 1 6 Travel speeds match ground type and conditions 2 7 Load placing at the given points within the given tolerance 2 8 Checking load for integrity prior to travel 2 N 9 Lifting load vertically 2 Working 10 Load lowering control 2 11 Sequence of using hydraulic lifting controls 2 12 Smooth use of the steering braking and hydraulic controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 1of1 CPCS A35 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Lorry loader A36 Resources required Machine e Lorry Loader mounted on a host carrier vehicle e Facilities for vehicle travel and parking Area e Flat firm area to allow lifting and placing of loads e Measuring tape for measuring the maximum radius of the crane Other e Applicable lifting accessories to lift and secure all loads equipment e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e Measuring equipment to determine radius e Load1 Hook 1x load at least 75 of the crane s maximum rated capacity Clamshell bucket 4 FULL bucket loads of a spoil type material Hydraulic clamp 1x load at least 75 of the crane s maximum rated capacity e Load 2 Hook 1x load at least 5 metres in length wit
29. place LOAD 1 at high level on in the structure stack When placed move the forklift away from the structure stack Then retrieve the load lower to ground level and place at a given point ii bese 7 Pick and place Load 2 within 150 mm of a given object or structure rejer to TEED Stack remaining LOAD 2s vertically on top of each other creating a 3 high load stack On completion de stack all of LOAD 2 and place alongside each other in a straight line 8 Carry out undercutting by both lifting and placing a load uA 9 All loads to be placed at ground level following completion of each work activity Enna 10 Park the forklift and carry out shut down and securing procedures e The forks must be set to the widest position at the start of the test e Ifthe machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 3 CPCS A15 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Forklift side loader A15 Activity measurements Load placing e 100 mm of a given position Load placing e Maximum of 75 mm clearance between each load when placed back at stacking ground level activity 8 MEhBISHTInI Maximum clearance less than 300 mm or 10 of the machine s width the chicane and greater applies between the forklift and chicane restriction sides when reve
30. raised position e The operator s manual must be with the MEWP e The structure must have items or objects positioned at a height of at least 7596 of the platform s working height e The toolbox or similar which must weigh at least 10 kilos e The type and need for harness equipment may vary with different types of MEWP A risk assessment must be undertaken to establish the correct type Further information may be obtained from the Health and Safety Executive HSE The Construction Plant hire Association CPA the International Powered Access Federation IPAF or other reputable organisations Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A26 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant CS Competence Scheme Activity instructions Technical test Practical MEWP Boom A26 e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 3 4 6 and 7 can be undertaken in any order Sequence e Activity 8 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare Preparing for the MEWP for travel work 2 Carry out an emergency lowering function check i 3 Travel to the work area and pass through a chicane executing full left Travelling amp d eishtshandt mianpeuvie and right hand turns FOr 4 Travel the MEWP with th
31. run 3 Prepare and set the loading shovel for the relevant work 4 Using material from the bank create an upward ramp 5 Load material into a vehicle 6 Clean and tidy the work area 7 Parkthe loading shovel and carry out shut down and securing procedures e If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Travel restrictions Ramp length Ramp width Ramp incline Loading vehicle Test timings e 800mm e 1 5 times the length of the loading shovel e Atleast 1 5 times the width of the bucket e Minimum of 18 1 5 5 e Minimum of eight full bucket loads vehicle can be re loaded to achieve this figure e The test must be completed within 1 hour and 30 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A21 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme wheeled loading shovel A21 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing 1 All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions 2 Loading shovel set for travel 3 Restrictions and hazards c
32. signals shall conform with BS 7121 Part 1 2006 Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 3 CPCS A04 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Tower crane A04 Activity measurements Kew e To be landed within 100 mm of a designated place Load swing e To be corrected within 3 moves Test timings e The test must be completed within 1 hour and 30 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 3 of 3 CPCS A04 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 THIS PAGE HAS INTENTIONALLY BEEN LEFT BLANK CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Tower crane A04 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Endorsement A B Start time of test Make and model Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions All crane operations and limit switches checked Area checked and safe prior to setting up for lifting and depositing loads Setting up Jib positioning prior to lifting loads RCI programmed for all lifting duties Communication arrangements confirmed with the signaller SWL not exceeded at all times Load integrity amp stability maintained at all times Loads did not contact any obstructions Lifted moved and l
33. standard forks Machine ROPS FOPS and seatbelt rough terrain capability not applicable for Industrial Telescopic endorsement e Flat surface for travelling on and for placing stacking loads e Rough undulating terrain not applicable for Industrial Telescopic e Slope or slopes e Clear straight run not less than 10 metres in length e Truck bed fitted with a headboard Other e Loading out tower built out of scaffolding either tube and fitting or system equipment quick lock that meets current legislation e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e LOAD1 1 x load at least 50 of the rated capacity of the telescopic handler e LOAD 2 3 x same sized loads on pallets for stacking purposes e LOAD 3 1 x load of a weight 30 less than the telescopic handler s lift capacity at full reach horizontal e LOAD4 A wide load at least 4 metres in length e The machine selected for the test must meet the specification for the required endorsement be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the telescopic handler e The weight of all loads must be known e The loading out tower must be of a height that allows LOAD 1 to be placed using at least 75 of telescopic handler s full operating lift height e The truck bed can be simulated but must conform to road haulage standard specifications including the ground bed height e The slope must have at leas
34. test Y N Preparing All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions Grader set for travel Restrictions cleared Travelling Encountered hazards cleared Control maintained when ascending and descending inclines Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to grading Setting up Grader set for required work Mouldboard set to required position for banking and level work Bank profile constant and met given specification and tolerances Level area graded and conformed to the stated sizes and tolerances Working No contact between mouldboard and machine Excavated area reinstated to level Shutdown All shut down and securing procedures Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with Other Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Grader mounting and dismounting 1 Full observation before moving and reversing 3 Full observation whilst travelling 2 Travelling Mouldboard within machine confines when travelling 1 Travel speed matched to the ground type and conditions 1 Mouldboard lowered whilst moving 1 Area graded in layers 2 Feathering out at the end of the cut 2 Working Smooth use of steering braking hydraulic controls 2 Sequence of steering brak
35. the forklift for each lift work Wn Lift and place LOAD 1 onto the tower When placed move the forklift away from the tower Then retrieve the load lower to ground level and place at a given point Working task refer to specifications m Lift and place 3 x LOAD 2 onto the truck bed On completion remove all loads from the truck bed 7 Stack 3 x LOAD 2 vertically on top of one another On completion de stack all of LOAD 2 and place alongside each other in a straight line 8 Carry out undercutting by both lifting and placing a load Completing 9 Allloads to be placed at ground level following completion of each work activity ETIN 10 Park the forklift and carry out shut down and securing procedures e Theforks must be set to the widest position at the start of the test e For the truck loading activity 2 x loads must be placed square to the headboard e For Load 3 the restriction must be higher than the height of the load the forks may not be raised during manoeuvring activities e The stack must be at least 10 metres away from the truck bed e Ifthe machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 20f3 CPCS A14 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Rough terrain forklift masted A14 Activity measurements
36. vehicle when loading RP INMPWINIRPINIRPITRPINININI PIR WwINnitrT 16 Keeping load height within given tolerance 17 Smooth use of steering hydraulic braking and transmission controls 2 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A10 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Excavator 180 above 5 tonne A12 Resources required e 180 Excavator with Machine a standard excavating bucket on the backhoe multi purpose clamshell loader bucket e Ground clear of hazards which must include level area for excavating rough undulating terrain Slope or slopes spoil material to load vehicles e Load carrying vehicle for spoil material e Areplacement backhoe bucket for changing task e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring Other e Laser equipped measuring equipment to ensure trench specifications are met equipment e Lifting accessories for the load to be lifted e Measuring tape for measuring the maximum backhoe radius of the excavator e Slinger and signaller assistance e 1x load able to be slung and weighing between 0 6 tonne and 1 0 tonne or 7596 of the rated capacity at full reach excluding the extending dipper whichever is the greater e The machine selected for the test must be in servi
37. with sufficient manoeuvring room at the top or a straight ramp with an up and down route with a flat area at the summit e The nominated area must be safe to allow excavations up to 2 metres deep and 30 metres long Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A24 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant CS Competence Scheme Activity instructions Technical test Practical Motorised scraper A24 e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 2 5 and 6 can be undertaken at any time during the test Sequence e Activity 7 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information Preparing for work Travelling amp manoeuvring refer to specifications Setting up for work Working tasks refer to specifications Shutting down Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the scraper for travel Travel to the work area and travel up and down the slope pass through a restriction travel over rough terrain Reverse into a restricted area Prepare and set the scraper for the relevant work Excavate a given area Deposit the loads to formation level Discharged to a uniform length Park the scraper and carry out shut down and securing procedures A pusher machine may be used for activity 5 If the machi
38. 1xload able to be slung weighing approximately 0 3 tonne e The machine selected for the test must be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the excavator e The incline must have at least an 18 1 5 5 incline with sufficient manoeuvring room at the top or a straight ramp with an up and down route with a flat area at the summit e The nominated area must be safe to allow excavations up to 2 metres deep e The load carrying vehicle must have a minimum capacity equivalent to 6 full front bucket loads of the excavator being used for the test e All lifting accessories must be fit for purpose and certificated e The weight of the load must be known e Manufacturer s data must be checked to ensure the machine is capable of lifting the specified load to the required radius e The slinger and signaller must be certificated and competent Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A10 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Excavator 180 veiow 5 tonne A10 Activity instructions e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 2 and 4 to 7 can be undertaken at any time during the test Sequence e Activity 9 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information
39. 5 or 6 Activity 9 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the forklift for travel In an unladen state and with LOAD 1 pass through a chicane executing full right and left hand turns in a forward and reverse direction With LOAD 3 reverse with a load in a straight line for at least 10 metres and pass through a restriction at the end of the run Prepare and set the forklift for each lift Lift and place LOAD 1 at high level on in the structure stack When placed move the forklift away from the structure stack Then retrieve the load A lower to ground level and place at a given point Pick and place LOAD 2 within 150 mm of a given object or structure Stack remaining LOAD 2s vertically on top of each other creating a 3 high load stack On completion de stack all of LOAD 2 and place alongside each other in a straight line Carry out undercutting by both lifting and placing a load All loads to be placed at ground level following completion of each activity Park the forklift and carry out shut down and securing procedures The forks must be set to the widest position at the start of the test For Load 3 the restriction must be higher than the height of the load the forks may not be raised during manoeuvring activities If the mac
40. CP Construction Plant CS Competence Scheme Contents Category Code Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Category Description Crawler Crane over 10 tonnes Tower Crane Dragline Concrete Pump Truck Mounted Boom Forward Tipping Dumper Excavator 1802 below 5 tonnes Excavator 1802 above 5 tonnes Rough Terrain Masted Forklift Forklift Side Loader Industrial Forklift Truck Telescopic Handler Reach Truck Grader Hoist Wheeled Loading Shovel Tracked Loading Shovel Skid Steer Loader Motorised Scraper Mobile Elevating Work Platform Scissor Mobile Elevating Work Platform Boom Mobile Elevating Work Platform Mast Climber Piling Rig Tripod Ride on Roller Soil Landfill Compactor Agricultural Tractor Crawler Tractor Dozer Crawler Tractor Side Boom Lorry Loader Trencher Skip Handler Slinger Signaller Endorsement A Slinger Signaller Endorsements B to D Test time Hours Minutes Page 10f 1 Version Date 01 Jul 15 01 Jul 15 CPCS Standard Practical Test Contents 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test practical CS Competence Scheme Sign off sheet All categories Basic Details Test Ref Test Level Standard _ Advanced _ place a tick in the relevant box Tester Name Tester Ref Candidate Name Candidate Ref Category Code Date of Test Make and Model Endorsemen
41. CPCS Approved Code of Delivery Yes No Please tick the relevant box Name and Signature enrere tarien inia iaia su Xin es deat eR HEN RU ee eee Re SR XS PRSE RE Re Le pe Re R seau roger ini ud Pr pt Note If incorrect please state what action has been taken Note Please ensure both sides of this form are complete Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS Technical Test Practical Sign off Sheet 12 01 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Crawler crane A02 Resources required Machine e Crawler crane e Facilities for crane travel and parking e Flat area to allow lifting and placing of loads e Facilities for out of sight lifts to take place e Measuring tape for measuring the maximum radius of the crane e Slinger and Signaller Other equipment e Applicable lifting accessories for all loads e Radio communication e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e LOAD1 1 x load being a minimum 50 load at 75 of maximum radius of the crane e LOAD2 1 x load being within the duties chart for 2 falls of rope e LOAD3 1x load being within the duties chart for 3 falls of rope e LOAD4 1 x load being a tube or structure not less than 6 metres in length e The machine selected for the test must meet the specification be in serviceable condition and
42. Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 3of6 CPCS A40 Practical Test Spec 01 07 015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Slinger Signaller A40 Activity instructions e Activities 2 and 3 can be undertaken at any time during the test e Activities 9 17 can be undertaken in any order Sequence The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information 1 Check all lifting equipment for function and serviceability 2 From two or more examples each of a web sling chain sling and wire Preparing for rope identify the correct type of accessory and impound all work unserviceable items 3 From at least two examples of lifting equipment certification identify certification not meeting current legislation or regulations Establish the weight and features of each load prior to lifting Establish communication methods visual and with radios with the poring up ser lifting equipment operator work 6 Select the relevant lifting accessory for the load to be lifted 7 Ensure and maintain an exclusion zone around the lifting operation 8 Attach the selected lifting accessory and prepare each load for lifting Static duties Endorsements A B and D 9 Lift LOAD 2 from ground level guide to maximum radius of the lifting equipment slew for at least 180 degrees and land at a designated place which is at mid radius When landed detach t
43. Practical CS Competence Scheme Lorry loader A36 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Endorsement A B C Start time of test Make and model Duration Mandato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N 1 All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions vehicle loader and Preparing attachment Vehicle and crane set for road travel Travelling Stabilisers fully stowed and locked Restrictions and hazards cleared Area checked and safe prior to setting up for lifting and depositing loads Vehicle positioning prior to lifting loads Area secured Setting up Stabilisers set OLOINI DH RI w ry Ensured vehicle was level prior to lifting loads uy o Selected and assessed the appropriate lifting accessories Endorsement A only HB HB Engaged pump drive systems if applicable pa N Vehicle stability maintained at all times p w Load integrity and stability maintained at all times HB D Loads did not contact any obstructions p uw Working Loads kept low to ground except when directly next to vehicle body uy a Lifted moved and placed all loads in a controlled manner uy M Loads secured and stable on vehicle bed in tipping body uy oo Crane re configuring from lifting to travelling duties uy to Parked in appropriate plac
44. Practical CS Competence Scheme Skip handler A39 Activity instructions e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 5 and 6 may be undertaken in any order e Activities 7 be incorporated with activity 5 Sequence e Activity 8 may be incorporated with activity 6 e Activity 10 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information Preparing for work 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks 2 Prepare the vehicle and skip handler for road travel loaded and Travelling amp unloaded E 3 Travel to the relevant work area loaded and unloaded and specifications travel over uneven terrain undertake tight left and right hand turns Setting up for MEER 4 Position prepare and set the skip handler and load for each lift 5 Pick up an empty body or skip and carry out activity 2 On completion deposit the skip body at a different location 6 Pick up a fully loaded skip body secure in preparation for road travel Working tasks and carry out activity 3 On completion tip a load from the skip body UM at a given position 7 Place a skip body within a confined space The vehicle is to be reversed in a straight line prior to entering the confined space 8 Retrieve a loaded skip or body from a restricted headroom location Completing work ETIN 10 Park the vehicle and carry out shut
45. S A23 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Skid steer loader A23 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing 1 All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions 2 Seat belt worn 3 Skid steer set for travel 4 Restrictions and hazards cleared Travelling 5 Full control maintained when ascending and descending slopes 6 Noopposite movement of intended direction when restarting on slopes 7 Travel direction on slopes 8 Straight line kept during reversing activity Setting up 9 Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to extracting and loading 10 Ramp created to specification 11 Loading vehicle positioning prior to loading 12 Vehicle loaded to capacity Working 13 Vehicle evenly loaded but not overloaded 14 Spillage of material kept to minimum 15 Skid steer stable during activities 16 Working area cleaned after loading Shutdown 17 All shutdown and securing procedures 18 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with S 19 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly c
46. Test Spec 01 07 015 CP Construction Plant CS Competence Scheme Basic details Technical test Practical Slinger Signaller A40 Test ref Tester name Tester ref Candidate name Candidate ref Date of test Endorsement A B C D E Start time of test Make and model Duration M an d ato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing Checked all accessories for function and serviceability Checked certification is in date and applied to relevant accessory Unserviceable accessories identified Unserviceable accessories impounded clearly marked Certification not in date identified Landing positions checked and safe prior to lifting and landing loads Correct lifting accessory identified on request Intended load travel route Inc pick and carry duties clear of hazards O WOINI DI WM BR wn Setting up a o Communication procedures established with others involved with the lift Weight and C of G of each load established 11 Relevant lifting accessories selected for each load 12 Lifting accessories attached to each load 13 SWL or WLL of lifting accessories not exceeded at all times 14 Load integrity and stability maintained at all times 15 16 Working im tasks Loads did not contact any obstructions or the machine Communication clear precise and understood by all involved Lifting equipment hois
47. Working tasks refer to specifications Completing work Shut down Travelling and reversing restriction Discharging Forming a stockpile Test timings travel up and down the slope stop and start on the slope in the up direction stop and start on the slope in the down direction passthrough a chicane executing full right and left hand turns in a forward and reverse direction unloaded only travel over rough terrain reverse loaded only in a straight line for a minimum of 30 metres and pass through a restriction at the end of the run Position the dumper for loading Receive a load Discharge the load into the edge or excavation Form a stockpile Clean out the skip fully Park the dumper and carry out shut down and securing procedures If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions 500 mm Minimum of 2 loads activity 5 Minimum of 2 loads activity 6 The test must be completed within 1 hour Construction Industry Training Board 2015 CPCS A09 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 Page 2 of 2 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Forward tipping dumper A09 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Endorsement A B Start time of test
48. a at the summit e The load carrying vehicle must be rear tipping have a minimum capacity equivalent to 4 full bucket loads of the loading shovel being used for the test e There must be sufficient quantity of material from the bank or mound for all the activities Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A21 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme wheeled loading shovel A21 Activity instructions Sequence Preparing for work Travelling amp manoeuvring refer to specifications Setting up for work Working tasks refer to specifications Completing work Shutting down e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activity 2 can be undertaken at any time during the test e Activities 4 and 5 can be undertaken in any order e Activity 7 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the loading shovel for travel 2 In aloaded and unloaded state travel up and down the slope stop and start on the slope in the up direction stop and start on the slope in the down direction travel over rough terrain reverse loaded only in a straight line for a minimum of 30 metres and pass through a restriction at the end of the
49. acked units only 1 1 1 2 2 2 Material cleanly placed into the loading vehicle where applicable Use of steering hydraulic controls 2 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A37 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Skip handler A39 Resources required Machine e Skip Handler e Facilities for vehicle travel and parking e Uneven but firm terrain e Flat firm area to allow lifting and placing of skips bodies and the tipping of loads e Structure with limited headroom e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring Other equipment e tems to create a restricted headroom environment Loads e Fully loaded and empty skips or bodies e The skip handler selected for the test must be able to carry fully loaded skips or bodies in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e There should be sufficient area to allow total vehicle travel for a distance of at least 1 Kilometre e The operator s manuals for the skip handler must be available e All lifting accessories must be fit for purpose and certificated e The weight of all loads must be known Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 2 CPCS A39 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test
50. ankment must be at least 30 metres in length Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A34 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant CS Competence Scheme Activity instructions Technical test Practical Crawler tractor dozer A34 e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 2 4 and 5 can be undertaken at any time during the test Sequence e Activity 7 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information Preparing for work Travelling amp manoeuvring refer to specifications Setting up for work Working tasks refer to specifications Shutting down Travel restrictions Trench depth Trench length Embankment Test timings Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the dozer for travel Travel to the work area and travel up and down the slope passthrough a restriction travel over rough terrain Prepare and set the dozer for the relevant work Produce a straight trench to the specified dimensions and form a stockpile Side cast material from the embankment to the specified dimensions Reinstate the work area back to the original state Park the dozer and carry out shut down and securing procedures If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant
51. arried out the following Fault Mark Penalty 1 Truck mounting and dismounting 1 2 Full observation before moving and reversing 3 Travelling 3 Fullobservation whilst travelling 2 4 Full observation before and during boom extending 2 5 Matching vehicle travel speed to ground and environmental 1 conditions 6 Positioning material carrying vehicle to allow unloading of material 3 7 Following signaller s instructions 2 Working 8 Cleaning components and vehicle thoroughly after use 2 9 Sequence of using hydraulic lifting controls 2 10 Smooth use of steering braking and hydraulic controls I Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 1of1 CPCS AO06 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Forward tipping dumper A09 Resources required e Forward tipping dumper with Machine a seatbelt and ROPS hydraulic operated transmission i e shuttle hydrostatic or powershift e Ground clear of hazards which must include rough undulating terrain slope or slopes a stockpile of material for loading Aastraight run for reversing trench or edge for unloading purposes e Machine to load the material Other equipment e Edge protection e Items to create restrictions for travelling and manoeuvring Loads e Suitable and sufficient material for loading and discharging e The mac
52. arried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Skid steer mounting and dismounting 1 Full observation before moving 2 Full observation whilst travelling 2 Travelling Full observation before moving and reversing 3 Transmission drive engaged smoothly 1 Travel speed matched to the ground type and conditions 1 Bucket kept low at all times except during loading work 2 Wheel spin minimised 1 Full bucket loads maintained except for cleaning work 2 Working Material cleanly placed into the loading vehicle 2 Contact with vehicle avoided when loading 2 Use of steering braking hydraulic controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A23 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Motorised scraper A24 Resources required Machine e Motorised Scraper e Ground clear of hazards which must include level area for excavating and depositing loads rough terrain slope or slopes e Pushing assistance if required Other equipment e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e Laser equipped measuring equipment to ensure trench specifications are met e The machine selected for the test must be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the scraper e The slope must have at least an 18 1 5 5 incline
53. atform 2 Full observation before and during slewing or extending the 2 platform Platform raised smoothly 1 Platform lowered smoothly 1 E Platform slewed smoothly 1 Working mE Intended direction selected for travel 1 Travelling smoothly with a raised platform 2 Sequence of using steering and hydraulic controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f1 CPCS A26 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme MEWP Mast Climber A27 Resources required Machine e MEWP Mast Climber e Ground clear of hazards which must include an exclusion zone above ground access points e Load of a known weight Other equipment e Harness if applicable e Loading assistance e The machine selected for the test must meet be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e There must be at least 3 access points above ground level e The operator s manual must be with the mast climber e A load weighing at least 1 tonne or 50 of the mast climber s payload e The need and type of harnessing equipment may vary with different types of mast climbers A risk assessment must be undertaken to establish the correct type Further information may be obtained from the Health and Safety Executive HSE The Construction Plant hire Association CPA the International Pow
54. ceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the excavator e The incline must have at least an 18 1 5 5 incline with sufficient manoeuvring room at the top or a straight ramp with an up and down route with a flat area at the summit e The nominated area must be safe to allow excavations up to 2 metres deep e The load carrying vehicle must have a minimum capacity equivalent to 6 full bucket loads of the excavator being used for the test and be rear tipping for front loader work only e All lifting accessories must be fit for purpose and certificated e The weight of the load must be known e Manufacturer s data must be checked to ensure the machine is capable of lifting the specified load to the required radius e The slinger and signaller must be certificated and competent Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A12 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant CS Competence Scheme Activity instructions Technical test Practical Excavator 180 above5 tonne A12 e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 2 and 4 to 7 can be undertaken at any time during the test Sequence e Activity 9 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information TEFA C 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running check
55. chine must be positioned at least 10 metres away from the load prior to starting each activity e Load 3 must be slung using the double wrap method e For activity 15 the candidate will be provided with the lifting equipment s required radius and configuration for travel prior to the lift being carried out by the lifting equipment operator e The out of sight lift activity 16 must be such that the lifting equipment operator is unable to see the top of the load or lower half of the accessories e For activity 16 the lift shall be conducted using radios to place the load and hand signals to retrieve the load or vice versa e The tester may during the test ask the candidate to identify the type of type of lifting accessory being used e The tester cannot be involved in providing or relaying signals during the test except in emergency situations Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page Sof 6 CPCS A40 Practical Test Spec 01 07 015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Slinger Signaller A40 Activity measurements Load placing e To be landed within 100 mm of a designated place e The test must be completed within Endorsement A 1 hour and 30 minutes Test timings Endorsements B to E 1 hour and 20 minutes Note Activities 1 2 and 3 may be excluded from the total time Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 6of 6 CPCS A40 Practical
56. ction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Ride on roller A31 Activity instructions e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 2 4 and 5 can be undertaken in any order during the test Sequence e Activity 6 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information TAEWA 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare work the ride on roller for travel 2 Travel to the work area and Travelling amp manoeuvring refer to specifications pass through a restriction in forward and reverse drive up and down the gradient drive on the uneven ground tn TAE 3 Prepare an exclusion zone and set the ride on roller for the relevant work work 4 Compact the straight run or runs Several objects must be placed on Working tasks Anis i one of the runs simulating ironwork refer to specifications 5 Compact the radius 6 Parkthe ride on roller and carry out shut down and securing Shutting down procedures e Compaction must take place up to the supported and unsupported edges although the closeness will be dependent upon the roller and material type e For the purposes of the test an overlap will be constituted as no more or less than one quarter of the overall drum width e For the purposes of the test a pass is constituted as compact
57. ctions e Activities 1 3 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activity 12 must be undertaken at the end of the test Sequence e All other activities to be taken sequentially The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information 1 Check that the hoist is positioned on firm level ground secure and supported IJIEHUAISEEO 2 Check that all related equipment is positioned as required by the work manufacturer 3 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the hoist for work Prepare an exclusion zone in the relevant area setting up for Agree the signal codes with the signaller work Travel the platform unladen to the full limits of operation Carry out the emergency lowering procedure passenger type only Place the load within the platform a m wu S Working tasks refer to DW HON 10 Place the load within the platform and travel to a different level Travel the platform to a given level and remove the load 11 Travel the platform to an out of service level and remove the load EnenmWn 12 Place the hoist out of service and secure e At least three points shall be accessed including one with given signals e If the hoist is operated by an internal combustion engine and is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Activity measurements Test timings e The t
58. didate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty 1 MEWP mounting and dismounting 1 2 Full observation before moving 2 Travelling 3 Full observation whilst travelling 2 4 Full observation before and during raising the platform 2 5 Full observation before and during lowering the platform 2 6 Platform raised smoothly 1 7 Platform lowered smoothly 1 Working 8 Intended direction selected for travel 1 9 Travelling smoothly with a raised platform 2 10 Sequence of using steering and hydraulic controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f1 CPCS A25 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme MEWP Boom A26 Resources required Machine e MEWP Boom e Ground clear of hazards which must include level area for carrying out activities structure or structures for accessing purposes e Harness e Toolbox or similar item of a known weight Other equipment e Signaller e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e The machine selected for the test must have a platform height of at least 5 metres and a horizontal reach of at least 3 metres meet the specification for the required endorsement be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e To meet the criteria for endorsement B the MEWP must be capable of travelling with the platform in the
59. ding shovel A22 Activity instructions e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activity 2 can be undertaken at any time during the test e Activities 4 and 5 can be undertaken in any order Sequence e Activity 7 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information OEA 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the work loading shovel for travel 2 Inaloaded and unloaded state travel up and down the slope Travelling amp manoeuvring stop and start on the slope in the up direction refer to specifications travel over rough terrain reverse loaded only in a straight line for a minimum of 30 metres and pass through a restriction at the end of the run Setting up for qiue 3 Prepare and set the loading shovel for the relevant work 4 Extract material from below ground level to the specified dimensions and Working tasks form a stockpile refer to RUE 5 Load material into a vehicle specifications 6 Reinstate the work area back to the original state Einen 7 Park the loading shovel and carry out shut down and securing procedures e The stockpile formed by the excavation may be used to load the vehicle e If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Activity mea
60. dismounting 1 2 Full observation before moving and reversing 3 9 3 Full observation whilst travelling 2 Travelling 4 Engaging transmission drive smoothly from rest 1 5 Matching travel speed to the ground type and conditions 2 6 Matching gear ratios to ground speed 1 7 Dumper positioning for loading 2 8 Dumper positioning square to the discharge edge prior to 2 Working discharging 9 Skip fully empty after discharging 2 10 Smooth use of steering and braking controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 1of1 CPCS A09 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Excavator 180 veiow 5 tonne A10 Resources required e 180 Excavator with Machine standard excavating bucket on the loader and backhoe e Ground clear of hazards which must include level area for excavating rough undulating terrain slope or slopes spoil material to load vehicles e Load carrying vehicle for spoil material e Areplacement backhoe bucket for changing task e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring Other equipment resources e Laser equipped measuring equipment to ensure trench specifications are met e Lifting accessories for the load to be lifted e Measuring tape for measuring the maximum backhoe radius of the excavator e Slinger and signaller assistance e
61. e Shutdown N eo All shutdown and securing procedures N HB Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with Other N N Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fau Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Vehicle mounting and dismounting Full observation before moving and reversing Full observation whilst travelling Travelling Full observation before slewing the crane Gear ratios appropriate for travel speeds Controlled load swings Lifting accessories kept clear of the ground Full bucket loads maintained except to avoid exceeding SWL OLSON DIOR wWINnitrRe All loads placed at the given points within the given tolerance 10 Each load lifted clear of surface and checked for integrity 11 All loads vertically lifted 12 Sequence of using hydraulic lifting controls Working 1 3 2 2 1 2 1 2 2 2 2 2 13 Smooth use of the steering braking and hydraulic controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 1of1 CPCS A36 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Trencher A37 Resources required Machine e Trencher e Ground clear of
62. e able to vary the operating radii from minimum to maximum and have an operating radius of at least 14 metres and have a minimum underhook height of 16 metres Endorsement C be equipped with multi knuckle boom sections with an slew capability of at least 240 degrees a minimum lifting capacity of 4 tonnes per metre with an operating radius of not less than 6 metres Endorsement D a tracked or wheeled 360 degree excavator of above 10 tonnes capable of carrying out pick and carry duties and configured for suspended loads operations Endorsement E a telescopic handler having a minimum operating height of at least 9 metres and configured for suspended loads operations Lifting equipment being used for the test must meet current legislation requirements for lifting operations Lifting equipment for Endorsement D must have a boom lowering control device on the raising main boom cylinder s and which meets the requirements of ISO 8643 1997 and an RCI or LMI Lifting equipment used for endorsements A D and E must be approved for pick and carry duties The machine for Endorsement E include 360 slew type telehandlers where a hoist rope is not fitted The operator s manual must be with the lifting equipment Maximum radius equates to the configuration of the lifting equipment being used for the test For static lifting duties additional area clear of hazards external to the operating radius must be available to allow a safe zone 3m f
63. e completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information TEFA 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare work the grader for travel 2 Travel to the work area and Travelling amp manoeuvring refer to specifications travel up and down the slope passthrough a restriction travel over rough terrain Setting up for SER 3 Prepare and set the grader for the relevant work 4 Trim the bank to an agreed angle Working tasks refer to 5 Grade and level an area to specification specifications 6 Reinstate the work area to level Ene 7 Park the grader and carry out shut down and securing procedures e If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Travel AE e 800mm restrictions Bank grading e 15 metres minimum to 35 mm VEEL e 30 metres in length and 3 x the blade width to 35 mm Test timings e The test must be completed within 1 hour and 15 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A19 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Grader A19 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the
64. e handled by the slinger signaller e Activity 11 shall consist of a minimum of 1 x swing in a left to right plane and a minimum of 1 x swing in a forward to reverse plane Notes Continued e Activity 9 must be undertaken twice once using had signals and once using radio communication All other lifts may be undertaken using either radio or hand signals e Ifthe machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Manoeuvring restriction e Maximum of the width of the crane plus 800 mm Ree e To be landed within 100 mm of a designated place Load swing e To be corrected within 3 moves Test timings e The test must be completed within 2 hours and 30 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 3 of 3 CPCS A02 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 THIS PAGE HAS INTENTIONALLY BEEN LEFT BLANK CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Crawler crane A02 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing 1 All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions 2 Crane set for travel 3 Restrictions cleared Travelling 4 Faced direction of travel 5 Encountered hazards clea
65. e must have an incline of 15 1 6 6 with sufficient manoeuvring area at the top or a straight ramp with an up and down route with a flat area at the summit e The high level load placing must be at least 75 of the forklift s full rated height e Items for LOAD 2 must be safe for stacking Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 3 CPCS A14 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Rough terrain forklift masted A14 Activity instructions e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 2 8 can be undertaken in any order Sequence e Activity 8 may be incorporated during activities 4 9 e Activity 10 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information AEWA 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare work the forklift for travel 2 In an unladen state and with LOAD 1 travel up and down the slope Travelling amp travel over rough terrain manosuvting pass through a chicane executing full right and left hand turns in a refer to forward and reverse direction specifications stop and restart on the incline whilst loaded 3 With LOAD 3 reverse with a load in a straight line for at least 15 metres and pass through a restriction at the end of the run Setting up for 4 Prepare and set
66. e platform raised and pass through a specifications au restriction endorsement B only Setting up for A T 5 Prepare an exclusion zone in the relevant area UOTA 6 Access given points at height refer to T 7 Access given points requiring use of horizontal reach TEON 8 Park the MEWP and carry out shut down and securing procedures Travel restrictions Chicane restrictions Height to be accessed Horizontal reach Travel distance with raised platform Test timings At least two points shall be accessed for height and at least two points for reach one with and one without given signals For activity 3 the platform should be at least 5096 of maximum available height If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions 500 mm 2096 of the MEWP s width At least 7596 of the MEWP s maximum operating height At least 7596 of the MEWP s horizontal reach ability 10 metres The test must be completed within 1 hour Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A26 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme MEWP Boom A26 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Endorsement A B Start time of test Make and model Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly ca
67. e positioning prior to loading 12 Vehicle loaded to capacity Working 13 Vehicle evenly loaded but not overloaded 14 Spillage of material kept to minimum 15 Loading shovel stable during activities 16 Excavated area reinstated back to the original contours Shutdown 17 All shutdown and securing procedures 18 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with Se 19 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Loading shovel mounting and dismounting 1 Full observation before moving and reversing 3 Travelling Full observation whilst travelling 2 Transmission drive engaged smoothly 1 Travel speed matched to the ground type and conditions 1 Bucket kept low at all times except during loading work 2 Minimised ground damage when turning 1 Full bucket loads maintained except for cleaning work 2 Working Material cleanly placed into the loading vehicle 1 Contact with vehicle avoided when loading 2 Use of steering braking hydraulic controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A22 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Skid steer loader A23 Resources required e Skid steer loader with Machine ageneral purpose bucket
68. e undertaken on completion of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the trencher for travel Travel to the work area and travel up and down the slope pass through a restriction travel over rough terrain Prepare and set the trencher for the relevant work Complete 2 x vertical trenches in a T formation Complete a straight excavation with vertical sides along the sloping ground Load material into a vehicle or in windrows Park the trencher and carry out shut down and securing procedures If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Activity measurements Travel restrictions Trench depth Trench lengths Test timings 600 mm 1 0 metre 35 mm and straight within 60 mm Each trench to be a minimum of 10 metres long The test must be completed within 1 hour and 15 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A37 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Trencher A37 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out durin
69. en at the start of the test e Activity 4 may be undertaken loaded or unloaded and undertaken at any time during the test Sequence e Activity 10 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information Preparing for Va 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks AAT 2 Prepare the vehicle and crane for road travel loaded and unloaded manoeuvring 3 refer to i J L A Reverse into a confined space Travel to and within the work area loaded and unloaded Setting up for T 5 Position the vehicle prepare and set the crane and load for each lift 6 Lift LOADS 1 2 and 3 and place onto the vehicle bed see notes below 7 Secure all loads in preparation for travel Working tasks refer to 8 Remove and place LOADS 1 2 and 3 to different locations from specifications R activity 6 9 Stow all equipment and return the vehicle to the park position MONE 10 Park the vehicle and carry out shut down and securing procedures e Load1 Hook Lifted at minimum radius and placed in a given position Clamshell bucket Lifted at minimum radius on the nearside of the vehicle and placed at the rear of the body Hydraulic clamp Lifted at minimum radius and placed in a given position e Load2 Hook Lifted at minimum radius from the opposite side from Load 1 and placed in a given position Cla
70. en tolerance Position and set the forklift when lifting or placing loads Positioning and setting the forklift for lifting or placing loads 1 2 3 4 5 Forks or loads kept low but clear of the ground during travel 6 7 8 9 Entering and exiting loads cleanly Working 10 Loads heeled whilst travelling 11 Lowering loads within 1 metre after removing from truck bed NJ eINJeININININJeINJ w wjre 12 Sequence of using hydraulic lifting controls 13 Smooth use of the steering braking transmission and hydraulic 1 controls Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 1of1 CPCS A14 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Forklift side loader A15 Resources required e Side loader forklift with Machine aseatbelt ROPS and FOPS units standard forks e Flat surface for travelling on and for placing stacking loads e Clear straight run not less than 10 metres in length Other e Structure racking or stacking to allow loads to be placed at high level equipment e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e LOAD1 1 x load at least 5096 of the rated capacity of the forklift e LOAD2 3 x same sized loads on pallets for stacking purposes e LOAD3 A wide load at least 4 metres in length e The machine selected for the
71. ered Access Federation IPAF or other reputable organisations Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A27 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme MEWP Mast Climber A27 Activity instructions e Activities 1 3 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activity 10 must be undertaken at the end of the test Sequence e All other activities to be taken sequentially The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information 1 Check that the mast climber is positioned on firm level ground secure and supported AEWA 2 Check that all related equipment is positioned as required by the work manufacturer 3 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the mast climber for work 4 Prepare an exclusion zone in the relevant area CAT ABS 5 Travel the platform unladen to the full limits of operation work 6 Carry out the emergency lowering procedure by lowering within one floor 7 Place the load within the platform Working tasks refer to 8 Travel the platform to given levels specifications 9 Travel the platform to an out of service level and remove the load Sitaram 10 Place the mast climber out of service and secure Notes e Atleast four points shall be accessed Activity measurements e The test must be completed within 1 hour
72. est must be completed within 1 hour Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A20 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Hoist A20 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Endorsement A B C D Start time of test Make and model Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N 1 Checked the work area for hazards prior to use 2 Checked the hoist was vertical prior to use Preparing 3 Checked the hoist was stable prior to use 4 All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions 5 Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to work 6 Accessing area secured 7 Signal arrangements confirmed with the signaller Setting up 8 Harness equipment donned and attached if required 9 Safety devices checked for function and security 10 Emergency lowering function check 11 Platform travelled to limits of operation 12 Prepared platform and landing for load transfer 13 Accessed given landing points 14 Load secure in platform working 15 Followed given instructions 16 Maintained stability at all times 17 Platform positioned at out of service level Shutdown 18 All out of service and securing procedures 19 Legislation manufacturers and
73. f exclusion around each lifting operation area e Measuring tape for measuring the maximum radius of the lifting equipment e Applicable lifting accessories for all loads with appropriate certification e Radios for verbal communication e Examples of the following for the identification activity Other equipment 2xunserviceable and 1 x serviceable web sling 1x unserviceable and 1 x serviceable chain sling 1x unserviceable and 1 x serviceable wire rope 1x out of date certificate e Marking equipment or tags to identify unserviceable lifting accessories e LOAD1 1 x balanced e LOAD2 1xunbalanced e LOAD3 1 x bundled at least 4 metres in length Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 1of6 CPCS A40 Practical Test Spec 01 07 015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Slinger Signaller A40 Resources required Continued The lifting equipment selected for the test must be in serviceable condition and meet the minimum following criteria Endorsement A be equipped with a drum hoist and rope have 360 degree slew capability on a turntable able to vary the operating radii from minimum to maximum have the capability to carry out pick and carry duties and have a minimum operating radius of 20 metres and having a minimum underhook height of 24 metres Endorsement B be equipped with a drum hoist and rope have 360 degree slew capability on a turntabl
74. following required procedures 17 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with 18 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty 1 Standing at the operator s station 2 Setting up 2 Full observation whilst using the rig 2 3 Rigging procedures clarified with additional team members 2 4 Following manual handling procedures 2 5 Checking regularly for depth and pile formation 2 Working 6 Using planned cycles of operation 2 7 Sequence of using boring winch controls 1 8 Smooth use of boring winch controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A30 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Ride on roller A31 Resources required Machine e Ride on Roller e Option 1 Single straight run for compacting with hard standing kerbed edge on one side and an unsupported edge on the opposite side OR e Option 2 Several straight runs for compacting with hard standing kerbed edge on one run and an unsupported edge on another run PLUS e A radius for compacting with supported edges PLUS e A length of uneven ground and a gentle gradient for travellin
75. fore arriving at the trench ASS 6 Deposit the pipe into the trench at a given position following given t PE signals On completion detach the pipe 7 Attach and remove the pipe from the trench and place back at the original start point Completing us 8 Stow all equipment and return the vehicle to the park position Enea 9 Park the side boom and carry out shut down and securing procedures e The instructor must check that the candidate has programmed the RCI or load moment indicator correctly before carrying out each activity e On activity 6 there must be a change of radius when placing the pipe into the trench e If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Activity measurements Reversing E e 800mm restriction Load placing e 100 mm of a given position Test timings e The test must be completed within 2 hours and 45 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A35 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Crawler tractor side boom A35 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndat
76. g Full observation whilst travelling and reversing Travelling amp Engaging transmission drive smoothly from rest manoeuvring Gear ratios appropriate for travel speeds Travel speed matches ground type and conditions Lifting accessories kept clear of the ground where applicable Positioning of vehicle for retrieving skips bodies Each load lifted clear of surface and checked for integrity 10 Drawing the vehicle in line with the skip body WOlOINI ID MR WIN Pe Working tasks NPNININTRINI RPI RP ITN wlR 11 Sequence of using hydraulic lifting controls 12 Smooth use of the steering braking and hydraulic controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A39 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Slinger Signaller A40 Resources required Machine e Relevant lifting equipment for the endorsement e Ground clear of hazards with sufficient area of at least the maximum operating radius of the lifting equipment endorsements B and C sufficient area to allow the undertaking of pick and carry duties endorsements A D and E Structure or below ground level location for placing a load out of sight of the lifting equipment operator aflatarea to allow lifting and placing of loads azone o
77. g purposes e Material for compacting Other equipment e tems objects to create restrictions for manoeuvring e The machine selected for the test must be in serviceable condition fitted with a seatbelt and ROPS frame cab and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the ride on roller e The single straight run Option 1 must be at least 20 metres in length and 3 x the drum width 15 metres of each run must be uncompacted and the remaining may form part of the hard standing e Each straight run Option 2 must be at least 20 metres in length and 1 5 x the drum width of the roller respectively 15 metres of each run must be uncompacted and the remaining may form part of the hard standing e The radius must have a curve of between 5 and 10 metres and 3 x the drum width and at least 3 kerb lengths of straight run at each end e The radius must form part of one of the straight runs and the compacted area situated on the outside of the radius e The material selected for compacting must clearly show areas compacted by the roller such as overlaps and direction changes e The uneven ground must be safe for travelling on but be of a nature that forces the candidate to travel a slow speed e The test is designed to reflect general granular sub base type compaction not bitumen rolling Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A31 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Constru
78. g the test Y N Preparing All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions Trencher set for travel Travelling Restrictions and hazards cleared Maintained control on inclines Setting up Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to excavating Trencher laterally level whilst excavating Chain wheel sequence of events for ground engagement followed Excavated material clear of trench Working Trenches conform to the stated sizes and tolerances Conveyer s set to remove spoil clear of cut Cutting speed matched to load Depth controlled on sloping ground Shutdown All shutdown and securing procedures Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with Other Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Trencher mounting and dismounting Full observation before moving Full observation whilst travelling Full observation before reversing Travelling Observation maintained whilst excavating Travel speed matched to the ground type and conditions Tight turns avoided when travelling tracked machines only Site and set for excavating Edges of the excavations clean and clear Working 1 2 2 3 2 Drive sprockets kept to the rear when travelling tr
79. gnated place Once landed move back to at least 7596 of maximum radius and then rotate for at least 360 degrees Land the load at mid radius at a designated place 7 Lift LOAD 3 using three falls of rope rotate for at least 270 degrees and land at a designated place usta ecu 8 Lift LOAD 4 which must be at ground level and at minimum radius and rotate des to for a minimum of 360 degrees maintaining minimum radius Land at a specifications designated place 9 Lift a load from a given point and land in a designated place out of sight of the candidate 10 Lift LOAD 2 using two falls of rope from a designated position and travel with the load suspended for at least 10 metres Whilst travelling execute a 90 degree angle turn 11 Recover simulated 2 metre load swings 12 All loads to be made safe following each activity Completing 13 On completion of all lifting activities configure the crane for travel Einen 14 Park the crane and carry out shut down and securing procedures e The instructor must ensure that the candidate has programmed the RCI Notes correctly before carrying out each activity Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 20f3 CPCS A02 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Crawler crane A02 Activity instructions Continued e On activities 6 7 and 8 the load must follow the ground contours and able to b
80. h an offset centre of gravity Clamshell bucket 4 FULL bucket loads of a spoil type material Hydraulic clamp 1x load with an offset centre of gravity e Load 3 Hook 1x load at least 75 of the crane s maximum rated capacity at full horizontal reach Clamshell bucket 4 bucket loads of a spoil type material Hydraulic clamp 1x load at least 75 of the crane s maximum rated capacity at full horizontal reach e The crane selected for the test must have at least a lifting capacity of 4 tonnes metre tm meet the specification for the required endorsement be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The host vehicle selected for the test must be able to carry and transport the required loads be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e Maximum radius equates to the configuration of the crane being used for the test e The operator s manuals for both host vehicle and crane must be available e All lifting accessories must be fit for purpose and certificated e The persons attaching detaching and securing loads to the hook must be trained in selecting and using the relevant lifting accessories e The weight of all loads must be known Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f3 CPCS A36 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Lorry loader A36 Activity instructions e Activity 1 must be undertak
81. he accessory 10 Lift LOAD 3 from ground level guide to minimum radius of the lifting equipment slew for at least 360 degrees and land at a designated place which involves a change of radius When landed detach the accessory Static duties Endorsement C 11 Lift LOAD 2 from ground level guide to maximum radius of the lifting Working tasks equipment slew for at least 180 degrees and land at a designated refer to place which is at mid radius When landed detach the accessory specifications 12 Lift LOAD 3 from ground level guide to minimum radius of the lifting equipment slew for at least 180 degrees and land at a designated place which involves a change of radius When landed detach the accessory Lift truck duties Endorsement E 13 Guide the machine to LOAD 2 Lift the load from ground level and set to the machine s suspended load travel position On completion land the load detach and guide the machine clear of the load 14 Guide the machine to LOAD 3 Lift the load from ground level and set to the machine s suspended load travel position Travel the load for a minimum distance of 10 metres On completion land the load detach and guide the machine clear of the load Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 4of 6 CPCS A40 Practical Test Spec 01 07 015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Slinger Signaller A40 Activity instructions Continued P
82. heme Activity instructions Technical test Practical Industrial forklift truck A16 Sequence Preparing for work Travelling amp manoeuvring refer to specifications Setting up for work Working tasks refer to specifications Completing work Shutting down Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test Activities 2 8 can be undertaken in any order Activity 8 may be incorporated during activities 5 7 Activity 10 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the forklift for travel In an unladen state and with LOAD 1 pass through a chicane executing full right and left hand turns in a forward and reverse direction With LOAD 3 reverse with a load in a straight line for at least 10 metres and pass through a restriction at the end of the run Prepare and set the forklift for each lift Lift and place LOAD 1 at high level on in the structure stack When placed move the forklift away from the structure stack Then retrieve the load A lower to ground level and place at a given point Lift and place 3 x LOAD 2 onto the truck bed On completion remove all loads bed Stack 3 x LOAD 2 vertically on top of one another On completion de stack all of LOAD 2 and place alongside each other in a straight line Carry
83. hine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions 100 mm of a given position Maximum of 75 mm clearance between each load when placed back at ground level activity 8 Maximum clearance less than 300 mm or 1096 of the machine s width the greater applies between the forklift and chicane restriction sides when undertaking each turn or passing through Maximum clearance less than 300 mm The test must be completed within 1 hour Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A18 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Reach truck A18 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing 1 All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions 2 Forklift set for travel 3 Restrictions cleared 4 Seal belt worn Travelling 5 Limbs and body kept within confines of cab frame when travelling 6 Straight line kept during reversing activity 7 Loads secure on forks 8 Encountered hazards cleared 9 Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to lifting 10 Loads assessed for weight and condition prior to lifting Setting u 8 up 11 Forks spaced to match loads 12
84. hine selected for the test must be of at least 2 tonnes capacity meet the specification for the required endorsement be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the dumper e The slope must have at least an 18 1 5 5 incline with sufficient manoeuvring room at the top or a straight ramp with an up and down route with a flat area at the summit e The straight run for reversing must be at least 30 metres long e Thetrench or an edge must be at least 1 x metre deep and a minimum of 2 xthe machine s width e Edge protection must be of substantial build to restrain a machine from inadvertently entering the trench Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A09 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Forward tipping dumper A09 Activity instructions e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activity 2 may be spread over the period of the test Sequence e Activity 8 must be undertaken at the end of the test Certain activities The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information OFAGA 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the work dumper for travel 2 Inaloaded and unloaded state Travelling and manoeuvring refer to specifications Setting up for work
85. ick and carry duties Endorsements A D and E 15 Guide the machine to LOAD 1 Lift the load from ground level position to a radius suitable for travel and guide the load over a given route which includes a right or left hand turns On completion land at a given point and detach the accessory Taal Out of sight lift All endorsements continued refer to 16 Lift LOAD 1 from ground level and land in a designated place out of specifications sight of the lifting equipment operator When landed detach the load the hook static or lifting equipment mobile must be moved away from the area before reattaching 17 Attach LOAD 1 from the out of sight area and return the load to the original start point land at a designated place and detach the accessory 18 All loads to be made safe following each activity Completing work 19 Collect and store all lifting accessories e Each load must be lifted using a different type of lifting accessory e At least one lift shall be undertaken using radio communication and at least one lift using hand signals For the purposes of the test all hand communication shall conform with BS 7121 Part 1 2000 e For activities 10 and 12 the minimum radius need not be less than 4 metres e The travel distance for activity 16 must be not less than the following Endorsement A 15 metres Endorsement D 10 metres Endorsement E 15 metres e For activities 13 14 and 15 the ma
86. ied out the following Fault Mark Penalty 1 Forklift mounting and dismounting 1 2 Full observation before moving and reversing 3 3 Full observation whilst travelling 2 4 Full observation before slewing the upper structure endorsement D 2 only Gear ratios matched to ground and work speed Travelling Travel speed matched to ground conditions and type Boom kept fully retracted during travel 5 6 7 Allloads placed at the given points within the given tolerance 8 9 10 Position and set the forklift when lifting or placing loads 11 Loads entered and exited cleanly 12 Loads heeled whilst travelling Working 13 Loads lowered within 1 metre after removing from truck bed 1 2 2 1 Forks or loads kept low but clear of the ground during travel 2 2 1 1 1 2 14 Sequence of using hydraulic lifting controls 15 Smooth use of steering braking transmission and hydraulic controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f1 CPCS A17 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 v2 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Reach truck A18 Resources required e Reach truck with Machine a seatbelt ROPS and FOPS units standard forks e Flat surface for travelling on and for placing stacking loads e Clear straight run not less than 10 metres in length
87. ieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 1of1 CPCS A05 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Concrete pump A06 Truck mounted boom Resources required Machine e Truck mounted boom concrete pump e Ground clear of hazards which must include place to receive poured material wash out point e Pipe sections taper and bends including incorrect sized versions e Ground lines with couplings seals packing and anchors Other e Pipe cleaning equipment equipment e Supply of concrete material for pumping e Structure of at least 3 metres in height e Signaller assistance e The machine selected for the test must have all controls clearly marked be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the vehicle e Apipeline specification must be constructed for the activity requiring a pipe length of at least 15 metres e Couplings must be fitted with locking facilities e The pumpable material must be deposited into the hopper from a self propelled vehicle i e mixer Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f3 CPCS AO06 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Concrete pump A06 Truck mounted boom Activity instructions Sequence Preparing for work Travelling amp man
88. imum clearance less than 300 mm Test timings e The test must be completed within 1 hour and 20 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 3 of 3 CPCS A16 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 THIS PAGE HAS INTENTIONALLY BEEN LEFT BLANK CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme industrial forklift truck A16 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing 1 All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions 2 Forklift set for travel 3 Restrictions cleared 4 Seat belt worn Travelling 5 Limbs and body kept within confines of cab frame when travelling 6 Straight line kept during reversing activity 7 Loads secure on forks 8 Encountered hazards cleared 9 Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to lifting 10 Loads assessed for weight and condition prior to lifting Setting u visis 11 Forks spaced to match loads 12 Forklift level prior to lifting or placing loads 13 SWL not exceeded at all times 14 Machine s stability maintained at all times 15 Loads pallets not damaged during operations Workin 8 16 Sequence of loads placed and removed onto and from truck bed 17 Parking brake applied and neutral selected before lifting and placing loads 18 Unde
89. ing hydraulic controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A19 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Hoist A20 Resources required Machine e Hoist e Ground clear of hazards which must include an exclusion zone above ground access points e Load of a known weight Other equipment e Loading assistance e Harness equipment if applicable e The machine selected for the test must meet the specification for the required endorsement be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e There must be at least 3 access points above ground level e The operator s manual must be with the hoist e A load weighing at least 1 tonne or 50 of the hoist s payload e The need and type of harness equipment may vary with different types of Hoist A risk assessment must be undertaken to establish the correct type Further information may be obtained from the Health and Safety Executive HSE The Construction Plant hire Association CPA the International Powered Access Federation IPAF or other reputable organisations Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A20 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Hoist A20 Activity instru
90. ing in one direction and returning in the same track e If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Travel Hem e 500mm restrictions Compacting e Three passes without vibration followed by six passes using vibration if duty fitted Test timings e The test must be completed within 1 hour Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A31 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Ride on roller A31 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing 1 All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions 2 Seatbelt worn 3 Roller set for travel Travelling 4 Restrictions and hazards cleared 5 Control maintained when travelling on uneven ground 6 Control maintained when travelling on gradient or ramp A 7 Compacting area checked segregated and clear of hazards prior to work Setting up s 8 Sited and set for compacting duties 9 Start position for rolling pass 10 Travel speed during compaction 11 Avoided stopping on uncompacted material 12 Compacted in straight lines straight runs only Workin 8 13 Stopping points staggered 14
91. ion Industry Training Board 2015 Page 1of1 CPCS A15 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme industrial forklift truck A16 Resources required e Industrial forklift with Machine aseatbelt ROPS and FOPS units standard forks e Flat surface for travelling on and for placing stacking loads e Clear straight run not less than 10 metres in length e Truck bed fitted with a headboard Other equipment e Structure racking or stacking to allow loads to be placed at high level e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e LOAD1 1 x load at least 5096 of the rated capacity of the forklift e LOAD2 3 x same sized loads on pallets for stacking purposes e LOAD3 A wide load at least 3 metres in length e The machine selected for the test must be of at least 1 tonne lift capacity in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the forklift e The weight of all loads must be known e The truck bed can be simulated but must conform to road haulage standard specifications including the ground bed height e The high level load placing must be at least 75 of the forklift s full rated height e Items for LOAD 2 must be safe for stacking Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f3 CPCS A16 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant CS Competence Sc
92. ion source must be with the rig e Alllifting accessories must be fit for purpose and certificated e The weight of all loads must be known e Specification detailing location type and depth of piles Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A30 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Piling rig Tripod A30 Activity instructions e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 5 and 6 must be undertaken at the end of the test Sequence The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information 1 Transport the rig components to the work position Setting up for work 2 Position rig and set for boring work OAOA 3 Form bored piles to specification refer to g E 4 Ensure the bore is plumb throughout the boring activity 5 Carry out shut down procedures Completing work 6 Clean the area and dismantle the rig ready for transportation e The test may be carried out during actual work and discrepancies allowed for compared to the stated activities and pile types e Aminimum of 4 piles must be formed to completion e lf applicable if the machine engine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Activity measurements Pile placing e Within 100 mm of the given p
93. ithin 0 5 of a metre rectify swinging Placing all loads at the given points within the given tolerance OlLOINIDI OMI RPWINI PR Lifting each load clear of surface and checking for integrity Working 10 Lifting all loads vertically 1 3 2 2 1 Keeping lifting accessories clear of the ground 1 2 2 2 2 2 11 Sequence of using lifting controls 12 Smooth use of steering and lifting controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A02 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Tower crane A04 Resources required Machine e Tower crane e Flat surfaces to allow lifting and placing of loads e Structure of at least 5 metres in height within the working radius of the crane e Facilities for out of sight lifts to take place e Measuring tape for measuring the full radius of the crane Other e Slinger and Signaller equipment e Applicable lifting accessories for all loads e Radio communication e LOAD1 1 x load being at least 75 of the crane s rated capacity at full radius with 2 falls of rope e LOAD2 1 x load being a tube or structure not less than 5 metres in length e LOAD 3 1 x load to facilitate activities 7 and 8 e The crane selected must be of an assisted erect design and cab controlled with an u
94. leared 4 Full control maintained when ascending and descending slopes Travelling 5 No opposite movement of intended direction when restarting on slopes 6 Travel direction on slopes 7 Straight line kept during reversing activity Setting up 8 Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to extracting and loading 9 Ramp created to specification 10 Loading vehicle positioning prior to loading 11 Vehicle loaded to specification Working 12 Vehicle evenly loaded but not overloaded 13 Spillage of material kept to minimum 14 Loading shovel stable during activities Completing 15 Working area cleaned after loading Shutdown 16 All shutdown and securing procedures 17 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with gno 18 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Loading shovel mounting and dismounting 1 Full observation before moving and reversing 2 Travelling Full observation whilst travelling 3 Transmission drive engaged smoothly 1 Travel speed matched to the ground type and conditions 2 Bucket kept low at all times except during loading work 2 Wheel spin minimised 1 Full bucket loads maintained except for cleaning work 2 Working Material cleanly placed into the loading vehicle 2 Contact with vehicle avoided when loading 2 Use of steering braking hydraulic controls 1 Not exceeded eight
95. lengths Load movement e Maximum height of underside of the load 1 metre Load placing e 100 mm of a given position KELWA e Loaded to capacity Test timings e The test must be completed within 2 hours and 45 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A10 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Excavator 180 veiow s5 tonne A10 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions Excavator set for travel Restrictions cleared Encountered hazards cleared Travel direction on slopes Full control maintained when travelling on slopes Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to each activity Excavator laterally level whilst excavating Excavated material clear of trench Trenches conformed to the stated sizes and tolerances Full bucket loads when excavating except for finishing work and loading Loading vehicle and excavator position prior to loading Vehicle evenly loaded but not overloaded Excavator stability maintained Existing bucket removed and replacement bucket installed Excavator position prior to lifting loads SWL not exceeded at all times Lifted moved and lowered
96. ll pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions Tele handler set for travel Seat belt worn Restrictions and hazards cleared Full control maintained when ascending and descending slopes Travel direction on slopes No opposite movement of intended direction when restarting on slopes Limbs and body kept within confines of cab when travelling Straight line kept during reversing activity 10 Loads secure on forks Travelling OLWOINIDI WM Bl WINI e 11 Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to lifting 12 Loads assessed for weight and condition prior to lifting 13 Forks spaced to match loads 14 Stabilisers set if applicable and forklift level prior to lifting or placing loads 15 Lift capacity within safe limit Setting up 16 Machine s stability maintained at all times Working 17 Loads pallets and surrounding area not damaged during operations tasks 18 Sequence of loads placed and removed onto and from truck bed 19 Parking brake applied and neutral selected before lifting and placing loads 20 Undercut loads Completing 21 Loads left safe and secure Shutdown 22 All shut down and securing procedures Oth 23 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with er 24 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carr
97. load in a controlled manner Stability of the machine maintained at all times Excavated area reinstated back to the original state All shut down and securing procedures Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with Test completed within the given time Preparing Travelling Setting up OJOINI DIM i o NM e Bile ejo pa N m w m e p Working eie ou uy M uy oo uy to N eo N HB Shutdown N N Other N w All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Excavator mounting and dismounting Full observation before moving and reversing Maintaining full observation whilst travelling and reversing Matching travel speed to the ground type and conditions Travellin S Selecting appropriate gear ratios Front loader low but clear of ground when travelling Boom and dipper extension locked Positioning and setting for excavating o j o ui o0 n n Excavating trenches in layers 10 Sideswiping with the bucket 11 Edges of the excavations clean and clear 12 Placing material cleanly into the loading vehicle Working 13 Not using front loader below ground level when loading 14 15 Load placing within given tolerances Minimising contact with
98. m of a given position Loaded to capacity The test must be completed within 2 hours and 45 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A12 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Excavator 180 aboves tonne A12 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions Excavator set for travel Restrictions cleared Encountered hazards cleared Travel direction on slopes Full control maintained when travelling on slopes Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to each activity Travelling Setting up Excavator laterally level whilst excavating Excavated material clear of trench 10 Trenches conformed to the stated sizes and tolerances 11 Full bucket loads when excavating except for finishing work and loading 12 Loading vehicle and excavator position prior to loading 13 Vehicle evenly loaded but not overloaded 14 Functions of the multi purpose clamshell bucket 15 Excavator stability maintained 16 Existing bucket removed and replacement bucket installed 17 Excavator position prior to lifting loads 18 SWL not exceeded at all times 19 Lifted m
99. me Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions Compactor set for travel Restrictions cleared Travelling Encountered hazards cleared Setting up Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to compacting Full blade loads maintained Starting position and gear speed selection 1 2 3 4 5 Control maintained when ascending and descending inclines 6 7 8 9 Avoided stopping on uncompacted material 10 Even spread of material maintained Working 11 Bulk items placed at bottom of slope 12 Blade lowered and adjusted smoothly during work 13 Overlapped spread material 14 Compacted to given specification Completing 15 Cover material evenly spread and consistent Shutdown 16 All shutdown and securing procedures 17 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with Other 18 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Compactor mounting and dismounting Full observation before moving and reversing Travelling f Full observation whilst travelling and reversing Travel speed matching to the ground type a
100. mshell bucket Lifted at minimum radius on the offside of the vehicle and placed at the front of the body Hydraulic clamp Lifted at minimum radius from the opposite side from Load 1 and placed in a given position Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 3 CPCS A36 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Lorry loader A36 Activity instructions Continued e Load 3 Hook 1x load at least 75 of the crane s maximum reach and placed in a given position Clamshell bucket Lifted at least 75 of the crane s maximum reach and placed in the centre of the body Notes Hydraulic clamp 1x load at least 75 of the crane s maximum reach and placed in a given position Continued e The Tester must check that the Candidate has programmed the RCI LMI correctly before carrying out each activity if applicable e If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Activity measurements Reversing e No wider than the width of the vehicle plus 900 mm restriction Load placing e 100 mm of a given position Test timings e The test must be completed within 1 hour and 20 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 3 of 3 CPCS A36 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 THIS PAGE HAS INTENTIONALLY BEEN LEFT BLANK CP Construction Plant Technical test
101. nd conditions Control of throttle and speed selection Siting and setting for compacting No evidence of windrows Feathering out at the end of a pass ol x oju m5j joc n mn Working Overrunning after dumping load 10 Minimising short working cycles PININIRPINININI RP ITN WIR 11 Smooth use of steering and hydraulic controls 12 Sequence of using steering hydraulic controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A32 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Agricultural tractor A33 Resources required e Agricultural Tractor equipped with trailer towing facilities and 3 point linkage Machine i for implement mounting e Ground clear of hazards which must include rough undulating terrain slope or slopes confined space for reversing e Compatible loaded two wheel trailer or fully laden bowser Other equipment e 3 point mountable implement e APTO driven implement e The machine selected for the test must meet be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the tractor e The slope must have at least an 18 1 5 5 incline with sufficient manoeuvring room at the top or a straight ramp with an up and down route with a flat
102. nder hook height of at least 20 metres meet the specification for the required endorsement be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the crane e Full radius equates to the configuration of the crane being used for the test e The slinger and signaller must be certificated and competent e All lifting accessories must be fit for purpose and certificated e The weight of all loads must be known Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 1 of 3 CPCS A04 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Tower crane A04 Activity instructions e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 3 8 can be undertaken in any order Sequence e Activities 6 7 and 8 may be incorporated with activities 3 5 e Activity 10 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information ZEFA CA 1 Complete all manufacturers pre use checks and prepare the crane for work work Sama 2 Prepare and set the crane for each lift 3 Lift LOAD 1 which must be at least 9096 of maximum radius rotate for at least 180 degrees without changing radius before landing at minimum radius On completion lift and land at a designated place at mid radius 4 Lift LOAD 1 which must be at mid radius rotate over the struct
103. ne is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Travel TAE 800 mm restrictions Reversing 800 mm procedures Excavation length Excavation depth Test timings Bowl filled to capacity Minimum of 6 cuts The test must be completed within 2 hours and 45 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A24 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Motorised scraper A24 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions Scraper set for travel Restrictions cleared Travelling Encountered hazards cleared Setting up Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to excavating Positioned accurately within the cut Bowl filled to capacity 1 2 3 4 5 Control maintained when ascending and descending inclines 6 7 8 9 Depth of cut controlled 10 No of runs Working 11 Procedure when using pusher machine 12 Minimised wheel spin 13 Maintained stability 14 Excavated area reinstated back to the original contours Shutdown 15 All shutdown and securing procedure
104. o ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing 1 All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions 2 Side boom set for travel 3 Restrictions cleared Travelling 4 Travelled safely with load 5 Encountered hazards cleared 6 Area checked and safe prior to setting up for lifting and depositing loads 7 Ensured ground conditions and lifting and placement site A 8 Side boom positioning prior to lifting loads Setting up ES 9 Ensured side boom was level prior to lifting loads 10 RCI LMI programmed for all lifting duties 11 Communication arrangements confirmed with the signaller 12 SWL not exceeded at all times 13 Load integrity and stability maintained at all times 14 Loads did not contact any obstructions Working 15 Load placed in a retrievable position no free fall 16 Lifted moved and lowered all loads in a controlled manner 17 Route assessed and travelled with the suspended load in a controlled manner 18 Instructions conformed with Completing 19 All lifting accessories stowed and secure Sao 20 Parked in appropriate piace 21 All shutdown and securing procedures 22 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with Other 23 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty 1 Side boom mounting and dismounting 1 2 Full observation before moving and reversing 3 3 Full
105. oeuvring refer to specifications Setting up work Working tasks refer to specifications Completing work Shutting down e Due to the nature of the equipment all activities can be undertaken at different locations and different days if required CPCS must be informed prior to any tests taking place and be given full details of any divided tests e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test Activities 2 to 10 to follow the described sequence e Activity 2 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed collectively within a given time The specifications section gives further information 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the truck for travel 2 Travel to the work area 3 Site the truck and prepare for the relevant work following the given pipeline specification 4 Lubricate the pipeline and placing hoses with a suitable primer 5 Direct the material carrying vehicle into position 6 Pump the material to the pour location whilst following signals 7 Whilst pumping material the boom must change radius whilst keeping the end of the hose at a constant height 8 Stop and restart the pour during work 9 Clean all pumping system components 10 Dismantle and store all components and prepare the truck for travel 11 Park the truck and carry out shut down and securing procedures e The boom must be placed over the structure e
106. of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fau Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty 1 Platform loading and unloading 2 Travelling 2 Full observation before moving 2 3 Full observation whilst travelling 2 4 Platform raised smoothly 2 5 Platform lowered smoothly 1 Working 6 Intended direction selected for travel 2 7 Sequence of controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 1of1 CPCS A27 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Piling rig Tripod A30 Resources required Machine e Piling rig configured for bored operations Area e Flat area to driven works to take place e Winching systems with power unit e Driving equipment to form bored piles e Additional equipment to form piles e Equipment to secure the tripod for work Other equipment e Equipment to remove excess spoil e Suitable personnel to assist with the operations e Lifting equipment for tripod assembly dismantling if required e Applicable lifting accessories for all loads if required e Equipment to produce a pile of up to 450 mm diameter e Theunit selected for the test must be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e Depth of all piles to be 6 metres or as specified for working operations e The user s manual or other informat
107. ompactor fitted with a standard blade Landfill compactor e Landfill type ground clear of hazards which must include sloping face for waste depositing rough terrain Soil compactor e Level ground clear of hazards which must include rough terrain slope or slopes e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring Other equipment e Delivery of relevant spreadable material or materials e The machine selected for the test must be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the compactor e Soil compactor The slope must have at least an 1896 1 5 5 incline with sufficient manoeuvring room at the top or a straight ramp with an up and down route with a flat area at the summit Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A32 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme soil Landfill compactor A32 Activity instructions e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 2 and 4 can be undertaken at any time during the test Sequence e Activity 6 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information OTAC 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the work compactor for travel 2 Travel to the work area and
108. or the candidate and others involved in the test For pick and carry lifting duties there should be sufficient ground to allow travel movement of the lifting equipment machine where a straight line travel distance of not less than 25 metres can be carried out The structure or below ground level location chosen for the out of sight lift must be suitable for landing the load but must be of sufficient height or depth so that the whole of the load and portion of the lower part of the lifting accessory cannot be seen from the lifting equipment operating position If a below ground landing place is chosen it must be a safe environment for the slinger signaller to handle Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 6 CPCS A40 Practical Test Spec 01 07 015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Slinger Signaller A40 Resources required Continued Notes Continued The lifting equipment operator must be certificated and competent For the test to be effective the lifting equipment operator must follow the exact instructions verbal and signals given by the candidate and only make all movements according to instructions given The tester must maintain close observation of all activities and stop all movements when the candidate has failed to retrieve a situation for which the load or machine will contact structures objects or be put into an unsafe situation All lifting
109. ormation 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare Preparing for the MEWP for travel work 2 Carry out an emergency lowering function check 3 Travel to the work area and pass through a chicane executing full left T lling amp i ravelling and right hand turns manoeuvring referto 4 Travel the MEWP with the platform raised and pass through a specifications d restriction Setting up for m 5 Prepare an exclusion zone in the relevant area Working tasks refer to 6 Access given points at height specifications Siam 7 Park the MEWP and carry out shut down and securing procedures e At least three points shall be accessed for height one with and two without given signals The platform will be fully lowered between accessing each point e The platform must be at least 5096 of maximum available height for activity 3 e If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Activity measurements Travel C e 500mm restrictions Chicane ee e 20 of the MEWP s width restrictions Height to b n Eel e Atleast 75 of the MEWP s maximum operating height accessed Travel distance with raised e 10 metres platform Test timings e The test must be completed within 1 hour Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A25 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015
110. osition Pile e Maximum of 10 degrees from vertical measurement Pile depth e 6metres and within 100 mm of the given depth Test timings e The test must be completed within 2 hours and 15 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A30 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Piling rig Tripod A30 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Area checked and safe prior to setting up for bored works Rig positioning accurately for bored works Ensuring rig was level prior to bored works Setting up Stability of area checked prior to bored works 1 2 3 4 Safety devices checked for function 5 6 Mechanical components checked for function prior to work or responses to relevant questions 7 Area checked and safe prior to setting up for bored works 8 Created each bore to the specification 9 Soil removed to the agreed area if applicable 10 Formed pile to the specification Working 11 Did not exceed rig s capacity 12 Rig stability maintained 13 Instructions conformed with 14 Carried out shut down procedures Completing 15 Rig and components cleaned of spoil materials 16 Dismantled rig
111. out undercutting by both lifting and placing a load All loads to be placed at ground level following completion of each activity Park the forklift and carry out shut down and securing procedures The forks must be set to the widest position at the start of the test For the truck loading activity 2 x loads must be placed square to the headboard For Load 3 the restriction must be higher than the height of the load the forks may not be raised during manoeuvring activities The stack must be at least 10 metres away from the truck bed If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 3 CPCS A16 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme industrial forklift truck A16 Activity measurements KEELE e 100 mm of a given position IET PST Ter 4 e Maximum of 75 mm clearance between all loads and the loads and truck vehicle bed headboard Load placing e Maximum of 75 mm clearance between each load when placed back at stacking ground level activity 8 DENIS Maximum clearance less than 300 mm or 10 of the machine s width the chicane and greater applies between the forklift and chicane restriction sides when reversing undertaking each turn or passing through the restriction Manoeuvring LOAD 3 e Max
112. oved and lowered load in a controlled manner 20 Stability of the machine maintained at all times 21 Excavated area reinstated back to the original state Shutdown 22 All shut down and securing procedures 23 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with 24 Test completed within the given time WOLOPNI DI MR WIN e Working Other All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Excavator mounting and dismounting 1 Full observation before moving and reversing Maintaining full observation whilst travelling and reversing Matching travel speed to the ground type and conditions Travelling Selecting appropriate gear ratios Front loader low but clear of ground when travelling Boom and dipper extension locked Positioning and setting for excavating WO o NI DI uy A WwW Nje uy o Sideswiping with the bucket 11 Edges of the excavations clean and clear 12 Placing material cleanly into the loading vehicle Working 13 Not using front loader below ground level when loading 14 Minimising contact with vehicle when loading 3 2 1 1 2 2 1 Excavating trench in layers 1 2 1 2 2 2 15 Load placing within given tolerances 2 1 16 Keeping load height within given tolerance 17 Smooth u
113. owered all loads in a controlled manner Working All crane movements intentional tasks No shock loading Combined control use demonstrated straight line kept during concrete pour Instructions conformed with Loads left in a safe situation All shut down and securing procedures Shutdown Crane placed into free slew mode ath Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with ther Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fau Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Setting up Crane climbing and descending Full observation prior to moving loads fore and aft Full observation before slewing Lifting accessories kept clear of the ground Load swings kept within 0 5 of a metre rectify swinging tasks Lifting each load clear of surface and checked for integrity Lifting all loads vertically maximum sway 250 mm Landing all loads vertically maximum sway 250 mm 1 2 2 1 2 Working Placing all loads at the given points within the given tolerance 2 2 2 2 2 Sequence of using controls Smooth use of controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A04 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction
114. penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A21 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Tracked loading shovel A22 Resources required e Tracked Loading Shovel with Machine Clamshell 4 in 1 bucket e Ground clear of hazards which must include level area to allow excavations up to 2 metres deep rough terrain slope or slopes astraight run for reversing spoil material to load vehicles e Load carrying vehicle for spoil material Other e Laser equipped measuring equipment to ensure excavation specifications are equipment met e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e The machine selected for the test must be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the machine e The slope must have at least an 18 1 5 5 incline with sufficient manoeuvring room at the top or a straight ramp with an up and down route with a flat area at the summit e The load carrying vehicle must be rear tipping and have a minimum capacity equivalent to 4 full bucket loads of the loading shovel being used for the test Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A22 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Tracked loa
115. prepare work the telescopic handler for travel 2 In an un laden state and with LOAD 1 travel up and down the slope travel over rough terrain Travelling amp manoeuvring pass through a chicane executing full right and left hand turns in a Us i forward and reverse direction specifications stop and restart on the incline whilst loaded 3 With LOAD 4 Reverse in a straight line for at least 20 metres and pass through a restriction at the end of the run Setting up for work 4 Prepare and set the telescopic handler for each lift Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 0f 4 CPCS A17 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 v2 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Telescopic handler A17 Activity instructions Continued Lift and place LOAD 1 onto the loading out tower When placed move the forklift away from the tower Retrieve the load lower to ground level and place at a given point Lift and place 3 x LOAD 2 onto the truck bed On completion remove all loads LOAD 2 from the truck bed Stack 3 x LOAD 2 vertically on top of one another On completion de Working tasks stack and place alongside each other in a straight line refer to specifications Endorsements A B amp C only Lift LOAD 3 and place at ground level at an indicated point using full reach horizontal of the telescopic handler Endorsement D only Lift LOAD 3 and place at ground
116. quired see notes e Toolbox or similar item of a known weight Other equipment e Signaller e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e The machine selected for the test must have a platform height of at least 4 metres be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The MEWP must be capable of travelling with the platform in the raised position e The operator s manual must be with the MEWP e The structure must have items or objects positioned at a height of at least 7596 of the platform s working height e The toolbox or similar must weigh at least 10 kilos e The type and need for harness equipment may vary with different types of MEWP A risk assessment must be undertaken to establish the correct type Further information may be obtained from the Health and Safety Executive HSE The Construction Plant hire Association CPA the International Powered Access Federation IPAF or other reputable organisations Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A25 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme MEWP Scissor A25 Activity instructions e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 3 4 can be undertaken in any order Sequence e Activity 7 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further inf
117. rcut loads Completing 19 Loads left safe and secure Shutdown 20 All shut down and securing procedures 21 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with omer 22 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty 1 Forklift mounting and dismounting 1 2 Full observation before moving and reversing 3 N 3 Full observation whilst travelling 2 WEHCU BEA 4 Travel speed matched to ground conditions and type 1 manoeuvring 5 Allloads placed at the given points within the given tolerance 2 6 Forks or loads kept low but clear of the ground during travel 2 7 Position and set the forklift when lifting or placing loads 2 8 Loads entered and exited cleanly 1 9 Loads heeled whilst travelling 2 Working 10 Loads lowered within 1 metre after removing from truck bed 1 tasks 11 Sequence of using hydraulic lifting controls 2 12 Smooth use of the steering braking transmission and hydraulic 1 controls Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A16 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Telescopic handler A17 Resources required e Telescopic Handler with
118. red 6 Area checked and safe prior to setting up for lifting and depositing loads 7 Crane positioned prior to lifting loads 8 Ensured crane was level prior to lifting loads Setting up 9 RCI programmed for all lifting duties 10 Communication arrangements confirmed with the signaller 11 Hook blocked re reeved to requested number of falls 12 Turntable locked braked prior to travelling with a suspended load 13 SWL not exceeded at all times 14 Load integrity and stability maintained at all times 15 Loads did not contact any obstructions Working 16 Lifted moved and lowered all loads in a controlled manner 17 Route assessed and travelled with the suspended load in a controlled manner 18 Instructions conformed with Completing 19 Crane re configured from lifting to travelling duties 20 Parked in appropriate place Shutdown 21 All shut down and securing procedures 22 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with Other 23 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fau Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Crane mounting and dismounting Full observation before moving and reversing where applicable Full observation whilst travelling Travelling Full observation before slewing the upper structure Keeping drive sprockets to the rear when travelling Keeping load swings w
119. rior to setting up for lifting and depositing loads PTO Hydraulic drive system engagement conformed with procedures OlLOINIDI HRI WIN e Setting up Stabilisers systems set and utilised uy o Ensured vehicle was level prior to lifting loads HB HB Select and assess the appropriate lifting accessories pa N Vehicle stability maintained at all times p w Securely connected lifting accessories and mechanisms Vehicle and skip body integrity and stability maintained at all times m e D m wn Loads did not contact any obstructions Lifted and placed all loads in a controlled manner Loads secured and stable on vehicle bed All skips bodies sheeted netted covered to ensure to spillage of material uy a Working Hd M uy oo uy to Tipped load at given point N eo Skips bodies placed at given points with tolerance N e Completing Re configured from lifting to travelling duties N N Parked in appropriate place Shutdown N w All shutdown and securing procedures Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with N p Other N Ui Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Vehicle mounting and dismounting Full observation before moving and reversin
120. rried out during the test Y N All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions Preparing Emergency lowering function checked MEWP set for travel Tools equipment checked for security and positioning Travelling Route assessed prior to travel Encountered hazards and restrictions cleared Faced direction of travel whilst travelling Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to accessing Accessing area secured Setting up Signal arrangements confirmed with the signaller Harness donned and attached MEWP positioned to access each point Accessed given points and height Accessed given points using horizontal reach Working No contact with obstructions Followed given instructions Maintained stability at all times All shutting down and securing procedures Shutdown Fall arrest equipment stowed for future use oth Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with ther Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty MEWP mounting and dismounting 1 Full observation before moving and whilst travelling 2 A Full observation before and during raising the platform 2 Travelling Full observation before and during lowering the pl
121. rsing undertaking each turn or passing through Reversing clearance T e Maximum clearance less than 200 mm structure e The test must be completed within 1 hour Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 3 of 3 CPCS A15 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 THIS PAGE HAS INTENTIONALLY BEEN LEFT BLANK CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Forklift side loader A15 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing 1 All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions 2 Forklift set for travel 3 Restrictions cleared 4 Seat belt worn f 5 Limbs and body kept within confines of cab frame when travelling Travelling 6 Straight line kept during reversing activity 7 Loads secure and in correct position on forks bed 8 Reversed up to structure within given clearance 9 Encountered hazards cleared 10 Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to lifting 3 11 Loads assessed for weight and condition prior to lifting Setting up 12 Forks spaced to match loads 13 Forklift level prior to lifting or placing loads 14 SWL not exceeded at all times 15 Machine s stability maintained at all times Working 16 Loads pallets not damaged during operations
122. rt of the test e Activity 2 can be undertaken at any time during the test e Activities 5 and 6 can be undertaken in any order e Activity 7 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare the skid steer for travel 2 In aloaded and unloaded state travel up and down the slope stop and start on the slope in the up direction stop and start on the slope in the down direction travel over rough terrain reverse loaded only in a straight line for a minimum of 15 metres and pass through a restriction at the end of the run 3 Prepare and set the skid steer for the relevant work 4 Using material from the bank create an upward ramp 5 Load material into a vehicle 6 Clean and tidy the work area 7 Parkthe skid steer and carry out shut down and securing procedures e If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions e 800mm e 1 5 times the length of the skid steer e Atleast 1 5 times the width of the bucket e Minimum of 18 1 5 5 e Minimum of eight full bucket loads vehicle can be re loaded to achieve this figure e The test must be completed within 1 hour and 15 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPC
123. s en 16 Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with ther 17 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Scraper mounting and dismounting Full observation before moving and reversing Travelling Full observation whilst travelling and reversing Travel speed matched to the ground type and conditions Control of throttle and gear selection Fill area entered at appropriate speed Feather out at the end of each cut Site and set for excavating Trench excavated in layers Working Ejector and bowl height reset after depositing each load Loads discharged in a continuous layer NTP IT NI RPITNINI RP ITNT RP ITN WIR Smooth use of steering and hydraulic controls Sequence of using steering hydraulic controls 1 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A24 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme MEWP Scissor A25 Resources required Machine e MEWP Scissor e Ground clear of hazards which must include level area for carrying out activities structure or structures for accessing purposes e Harness if re
124. s and prepare work the excavator for travel 2 Travel to the work area and Travelling and manoeuvring travel up and down the slope refer to passthrough a restriction in forward and reverse specifications travel over rough terrain Setti f ene ui 3 Prepare and set the excavator for the relevant work 4 Produce 4 x equal length vertical trenches at right angles to form a square to the specified dimensions Load material into a vehicle Working task Change the backhoe bucket ee Lift the load from minimum radius position the load at 75 of full Specifications R i radius and rotate for 180 degrees On completion land the load at a given point and detach 8 Reinstate the work area back to the original using all the functions of the multi purpose bucket Siam 9 Park the excavator and carry out shut down and securing procedures e For activity 5 at least four loads must be placed by the backhoe which can be loaded whilst excavating the trenches The remaining capacity to be loaded with the front loader using spoil from the stockpile e The backhoe must be used for activity 7 e If the machine is hot checks unable to be carried out i e coolant may be assessed by the Tester using verbal questions Travel restrictions Trench depth Trench length Load movement Load placing Loading vehicle Test timings 800 mm 1 0 metre 35mm 6 metres Maximum height of underside of the load 1 metre 100 m
125. se of steering hydraulic braking and transmission controls 2 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 1of1 CPCS A12 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Rough terrain forklift masted A14 Resources required e Rough terrain masted forklift with aseatbelt ROPS and FOPS units Machine standard forks rough terrain capability e Flat surface for travelling on and for placing stacking loads e Clear straight run not less than 10 metres in length e Rough undulating terrain e Slope or slopes e Truck bed fitted with a headboard Other e Loading out tower built out of scaffolding either tube and fitting or system equipment quick lock that meets current legislation e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e LOAD1 1 x load at least 50 of the rated capacity of the forklift e LOAD 2 3 x same sized loads on pallets for stacking purposes e LOAD 3 A wide load at least 4 metres in length e The machine selected for the test must be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the forklift e The weight of all loads must be known e The truck bed can be simulated but must conform to road haulage standard specifications including the ground bed height e The slop
126. slation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with ther Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Dozer mounting and dismounting Full observation before moving and reversing Travelling Full observation whilst travelling and reversing Travel speed matched to the ground type and conditions Control of throttle and gear selection Tight turns avoided when travelling Site and set for excavating Trench excavated in layers Working Back blading with the blade Single stockpile formed at end of trench Overrunning after dumping load PINININININIRP ITNT RP ITN oje Smooth use of steering and hydraulic controls Sequence of using steering hydraulic controls al Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A34 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Crawler tractor side boom A35 Resources required Machine e Crawler tractor chassis with side boom equipment e Ground with level and uneven terrain e Trench of at least 1 metre deep for the placing of steel piping e Lifting accessories for the piping Other equipmen
127. surements Travel e 800mm restrictions Excavation e 0 5 metre 35 mm depth Urdu e 5 x the length of the loading shovel ITI HEEM e 2 5 times the width of the bucket e Minimum of eight full bucket loads vehicle can be re loaded to achieve this figure Loading vehicle Test timings e The test must be completed within 2 hours and 15 minutes Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 2 of 2 CPCS A22 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Tracked loading shovel A22 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Make and model Start time of test Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing 1 All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions 2 Loading shovel set for travel 3 Restrictions and hazards cleared 4 Full control maintained when ascending and descending slopes Travelling 5 No opposite movement of intended direction when restarting on slopes 6 Travel direction on slopes 7 Straight line kept during reversing activity Setting up 8 Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to extracting and loading 9 Excavation conforms to stated sizes and tolerances 10 Smooth ramp to the excavation 11 Loading vehicl
128. t e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring e Slinger signaller assistance e Steel piping e conform with current legislation e The steel piping must be a minimum of 4 metres long and at least 0 5 of a metre in diameter e The operator s manual must be with the side boom e Maximum radius equates to the configuration of the crane being used for the test e The slinger and signaller must be certificated and competent e All lifting accessories must be fit for purpose and certificated e The weight of all loads must be known Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A35 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Crawler tractor side boom A35 Activity instructions e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activity 9 must be undertaken at the end of the test Sequence The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information Preparing for d 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks 2 Prepare the side boom for travel 3 Travel to the work area and Travelling amp manoeuvring refer to specifications ravel up and down the slope pass through a restriction travel over rough terrain Setting up for AES 4 Position prepare and set the side boom for each lift 5 Pick up the pipe and travel over rough terrain be
129. t Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing 1 All pre start and running checks or responses to relevant questions 2 Restrictions cleared Travelling 3 Truck set for travel 4 Travel route checked for safe travelling 5 Encountered hazards cleared 6 Allocated area checked and clear of hazards prior to pumping 7 Vehicle level and secured prior to pumping 8 Outriggers set for pumping duties as applicable 9 Axle s restrained as applicable n 10 Relevant piping selected Setting up Pe 11 Boom extended to work area avoiding hazards and structures 12 Couplings compatible with connected and locked to piping 13 Flexible piping checked for condition 14 Piping anchored supported and secured 15 Pipeline conformed with specifications 16 Pump engaged following required sequence 17 Pump function checked Working 18 Pipeline grouted and lubricated with appropriate mix 19 Mix conformed with specification 20 Material pumped to required location at the desired time Completing 21 Waste material disposed of following guidelines and regulations work 22 All components dismantled and stored Shut down 23 All shut down and securing procedures N B Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with Other 25 Test completed within the given time All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Fa u Its Candidate incorrectly c
130. t Code Notified Test Time Actual Start Time Actual Duration Tester feedback Sign off confirm that I the Tester have carried out the Practical Test in accordance with CPCS Requirements and that the candidate has Achieved Not Achieved ia Please tick the relevant box Tester SIS Tauern echte brem e Pec Hove e EEE ei eyes vay vp ASPERA ERES rr Monitor Signature Advanced Test cccsccseecessesseecscsecsessssessesseeenes Date P Note Please ensure both sides of this form are complete Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS Technical Test Practical Sign off Sheet 12 01 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test practical CS Competence Scheme Sign off sheet All categories Basic Details Test Ref from overleaf Candidate feedback optional Sign off confirm that I the candidate have undertaken the Practical Test and agree disagree _ Please tick the relevant box with the feedback given by the Tester Candidate Signature enmon mr tesoro iei recede paces coi Aaa DAU cose bo ades cet seat e eeseds sas coans ev eo eps deco lene eco Ree Test centre grading and sign off sheet validation Ref 527 Scheme Booklet for Test centres confirm that have checked the grading and sign off sheet and found it to be in accordance with the CPCS Practical Test Procedures contained in the
131. t an 15 1 6 6 incline with sufficient manoeuvring area at the top or a straight ramp with an up and down route with a flat area at the summit e Items for LOAD 2 must be safe for stacking e For Endorsements C and D the machine must be equipped with stabilisers Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 4 CPCS A17 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 v2 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Telescopic handler A17 Resources required Continued e Ifa machine having an operating height in excess of 16 metres is being used for the test the following concession may be used as an alternative e A loading out tower having a height of 12 metres may be used providing there is a minimum distance as shown in the table from the base of the tower to the fork tips of the telescopic handler when the tips of the forks are Notes facing the tower Continued Operating height metres Minimum distance metres 17 2 18 2 19 metres and above 3 Activity instructions e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 2 9 can be undertaken in any order EAE e Activity 9 may be incorporated during activities 5 8 e Activity 12 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information TEFA C 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and
132. t line vertical as each lift commences A and B 18 Loads not damaged during lifting moving and placing 19 Load kept under control during lifting movement and travel 20 21 Loads secure and stable after removing accessories Personnel kept clear of underside of loads 22 Load handler clear of moving machine during pick and carry duties Completing 23 24 Lifting accessories removed and stored Legislation manufacturers and health and safety requirements complied with Other 25 Test completed within the given time Faults Travelling Working All of these items must be awarded Achieved Not achieved Candidate incorrectly carried out the following Fault Mark Penalty Full observation before moving the load 2 Full observation whilst guiding and landing the load 2 Exclusion zone maintained 2 Load placing at the given points within the given tolerance 3 Lifting accessories kept clear of ground 2 Each load checking for integrity prior to moving by weight of load 3 taken but not raised above ground level Loads level during lifting and moving 2 Hand lines correctly fitted and used 3 Not exceeded eight penalties Total penalties Achieved Not achieved Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A40 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015
133. test must be of at least 1 tonne lift capacity in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the forklift e The weight of all loads must be known e The high level load placing must be at least 75 of the forklift s full rated height e Items for LOAD 2 must be safe for stacking Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f3 CPCS A15 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant CS Competence Scheme Activity instructions Technical test Practical Forklift side loader A15 e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 2 8 can be undertaken in any order Sequens e Activity 8 may be incorporated during activities 6 or 7 e Activity 10 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must be completed within a given time The specifications section gives further information TOFA CA 1 Complete all manufacturers pre start and running checks and prepare work the forklift for travel 2 In an unladen state and with LOAD 1 pass through a chicane executing Travelling amp full right and left hand turns in a forward and reverse direction ipee 3 With LOAD 3 reverse with a load in a straight line for at least specifications 15 metres and pass through a restriction at the end of the run 4 Reverse up to a structure or object unladen Setti f kar ui 5 Prepare and set the forklift for each lift 6 Lift and
134. truck bed all loads must be immediately removed again in the correct sequence before commencing another activity Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 30f 4 CPCS A17 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 v2 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Telescopic handler A17 Activity measurements KE Mo Vell ay 34 e 100 mm of a given position IET PST Ter e Maximum of 75 mm clearance between all loads and the loads and truck vehicle bed headboard IGREPEJEITHRIEEO Maximum of 75 mm clearance between each load when placing back at stacking ground level activity 7 e Maximum clearance less than 300 mm or 10 of the machine s width the Manoeuvring greater applies between the telescopic handler and chicane restriction sides when undertaking each turn or passing through the restriction Manoeuvring LOAD 4 e Maximum clearance less than 300 mm Test timings e The test must be completed within 2 hours Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 40f4 CPCS A17 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 v2 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Telescopic handler A17 Basic details Test ref Candidate name Tester name Candidate ref Tester ref Date of test Endorsement A _ B _ c _ oL Start time of test Make and model Duration Ma ndato ry Correctly carried out during the test Y N Preparing A
135. truction Industry Training Board 2015 Page lof 1 CPCS A18 Practical Test Grading 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Grader A19 Resources required Machine e Grader with centrally mounted blade e Ground clear of hazards which must include level area for grading activities rough terrain slope or slopes bank of suitable material e Items to create restrictions for manoeuvring Other equipment e Laser equipped measuring equipment to ensure earthmoving specifications are met e The machine selected for the test must be in serviceable condition and conform with current legislation e The operator s manual must be with the grader e The level area must be at least 30 metres in length and 3 x the blade width e The bank must be at least 15 metres in length e The slope must have at least an 18 1 5 5 incline with sufficient manoeuvring room at the top or a straight ramp with an up and down route with a flat area at the summit Construction Industry Training Board 2015 Page 10f2 CPCS A19 Practical Test Spec 01 07 2015 CP Construction Plant Technical test Practical CS Competence Scheme Grader A19 Activity instructions e Activity 1 must be undertaken at the start of the test e Activities 2 4 and 5 can be undertaken at any time during the test Sequence e Activity 7 must be undertaken at the end of the test The test must b
136. ure and land in a designated place using a minimum of 7596 radius On completion return the load to the original start point and land at designated place Tim 5 Lift LOAD 2 which must be at ground level and at minimum radius and specifictions rotate for a minimum of 360 degrees maintaining minimum radius Land at a designated place Working tasks 6 Lift aload from a designated position and land at a designated place out of sight of the candidate 7 Simulate pouring a wall by travelling a load in a straight line fora distance of not less than 6 metres 8 Recover simulated 2 metre load swing 9 Allloads to be made safe following each activity 10 Place the crane in the out of service mode and carry out securing procedures e The Tester must check that the candidate has programmed the RCI LMI correctly before carrying out each activity Shutting down e On activities 5 and 7 the load must follow the ground contours and able to be handled by the slinger signaller e On activity 7 the line must be angled so that both slew and radius change functions are used simultaneously e Activity 9 shall consist of a minimum of 1 x swing in a left to right plane and a minimum of 1 x swing in a forward to reverse plane e Activity 6 must be undertaken twice once using hand signals and once using radio communication All other lifts may be undertaken using either radio or hand signals e For the purpose of the test all hand

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