COURSE DETAILS

Training course type

  • On-site training and assessment
  • On-site Experience Worker Test (EWT) assessment only

Novice training course duration

1-3 days dependant on any previous experience

Novice candidate numbers

3

Experience Worker Tests per day

6

Variations

  • Wheeled
  • Tracked

Card options

  • 5-year NPORS traditional card & certificate
  • 2-year CSCS trained operator red card

Minimum age

16

Instructor

Bertie Tupper & Tuppco instructors

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FURTHER
INFORMATION

  • What is forward tipping mini dumper?

    A forward tipping mini dumper is commonly used on construction sites. It is used to transport large loads of materials across a site, usually on rough, undulating terrain. Its ability to handle a mixture of terrain and carry large loads makes

  • What does the Tuppco training course include?
    • Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator
    • Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used
    • Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
    • Be able to locate and identify key controls and explain their functions
    • Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturers and legislative requirements
    • Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for forward tipping mini dumper use
    • Prepare the forward tipping dumper for use and operate safely and efficiently
    • Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
    • Attach and set trailers, ready for operation
    • Environmental considerations
    • Storage and transport of implements and attachments
    • Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures
  • Venue and equipment requirements:
    • Suitable and safe area to operate and manoeuvre dumper
    • Excavator/loading machine
    • Bulk material to load and move
    • Varying terrain and slopes
    • Suitable and safe area to complete paperwork
    • Suitable welfare facilities
    • Forward tipping mini dumper
    • Operators’ manual 
    • Risk assessment completed
  • Theory assessment:
    • 20 multiple choice questions
    • 5 written questions
    • 4 marks per question
    • 80% pass mark required
  • Practical assessment criteria:
        • Pre use and operational checks
        • Drive through chicane forwards and backwards
        • Position for loading operation x 4
        • Drive over uneven and sloping ground
        • Demonstrate hill starts
        • Discharge the load over an edge or in excavation x 2
        • Discharge the load to form a stockpile x 2
        • Reverse 30 metres in a straight line

        Pass mark is less than 20 penalty points and no mandatory disqualifications

        Time allowed is 1 hour

  • Where does Tuppco deliver onsite courses delivered:

    Tuppco proudly delivers on-site training courses across a wide region of the South and Central UK. From Dorset, Somerset, and Wiltshire to Reading, Oxford, and Swindon, our team provides expert, accredited instruction at your workplace using your own equipment. We specialise in NPORS plant training, Lantra land-based and machinery courses, and Qualsafe first aid and health & safety training. Businesses across Berkshire, the Cotswolds, Hampshire, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Buckinghamshire, Cheltenham, and Northamptonshire rely on Tuppco for flexible, professional training solutions that minimise downtime and maximise compliance.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Objective Of Course

The objective of the NPORS Forward Tipping Mini Dumper (N139) course with TUPPCO Training is to provide learners with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to safely operate forward tipping mini dumpers on construction, civil engineering, landscaping, and industrial sites. This NPORS Forward Tipping Mini Dumper N139 training focuses on safe loading, tipping, manoeuvring, hazard awareness, and compliance with NPORS and UK industry standards.

TUPPCO Training ensures operators are fully competent in handling mini dumpers safely and efficiently, improving site productivity, operational safety, and material handling efficiency.

Key Course Objectives:
  • Understand mini dumper controls, functions, and operational limitations
  • Learn correct PPE, operator responsibilities, and NPORS-approved safety procedures
  • Conduct pre-use inspections, defect reporting, and daily operational checks
  • Operate the mini dumper safely when loading, travelling, tipping, and unloading materials
  • Identify hazards including overloading, tipping risk, uneven terrain, and pedestrian traffic
  • Apply NPORS-approved safe manoeuvring, tipping, and load management techniques
  • Develop confidence in navigating confined spaces, slopes, and uneven ground

By the end of this NPORS Forward Tipping Mini Dumper N139 training, learners will be fully competent in safe and efficient mini dumper operation, supporting safer site operations and improved material handling.

What Will Be Awarded

Upon successful completion of the NPORS Forward Tipping Mini Dumper (N139) course with TUPPCO Training, learners will receive an official NPORS N139 certificate, confirming competence in the safe operation of forward tipping mini dumpers in line with NPORS standards.

This qualification is widely recognised across construction, civil engineering, landscaping, and industrial sectors.

Your Award Will Include:
  • Official NPORS N139 Certificate / Operator Card
  • Verified competence in safe forward tipping mini dumper operation
  • Skills in loading, tipping, manoeuvring, and unloading materials efficiently
  • Knowledge of risk assessment, hazard identification, and site safety procedures
  • Understanding of pre-use inspections, load handling, and emergency procedures
Who the Award Is For:

Ideal for:

  • Construction site operatives and plant operators
  • Landscaping and groundworks teams
  • Civil engineering and infrastructure staff
  • Industrial and commercial material handling personnel
  • Anyone required to operate a forward tipping mini dumper safely

Suitable for novice learners and experienced operators seeking NPORS certification through TUPPCO Training.

How Long The Course Can Take

The NPORS Forward Tipping Mini Dumper N139 course with TUPPCO Training is practical, hands-on, and designed to ensure learners gain real-world competence.

Course Duration Overview:
  • Novice Training: Typically 1 day (depending on experience and group size)
  • Experienced / Refresher: 1 day
  • Test-Only Route: Available for competent operators

Training covers mini dumper operation, safe tipping and load management, hazard awareness, and NPORS practical assessment.
Delivered by NPORS-certified TUPPCO Training instructors with extensive mini dumper and plant operation experience.

TUPPCO Training provides this course across the UK at construction sites, landscaping projects, industrial facilities, and civil engineering sites.

Expert Training On Your Business Site

TUPPCO Training offers on-site NPORS Forward Tipping Mini Dumper N139 training, allowing learners to train on your own mini dumpers, in real site conditions. This ensures maximum practical relevance and immediate application to your operational environment.

Benefits of On-Site Training with TUPPCO Training:
  • Tailored to your mini dumper type, site layout, and operational requirements
  • Hands-on experience in real material handling and tipping operations
  • Reduces staff downtime, travel, and operational disruption
  • Provides realistic, workplace-relevant training
  • Delivered by experienced, NPORS-certified TUPPCO Training instructors
Suitable On-Site Locations Include:
  • Construction and civil engineering sites
  • Landscaping and groundworks projects
  • Industrial and commercial premises
  • Material handling and infrastructure sites
  • Confined or uneven work environments

TUPPCO Training delivers NPORS Forward Tipping Mini Dumper N139 courses throughout the Cotswolds, Midlands, South West, and across the UK, providing flexible, accredited, and fully on-site plant operator training.

FAQs

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  • Do I Receive A Certificate & Skills Card?

    Yes! Upon successful completion of your course, you’ll receive an official certificate and skills card accredited by Lantra, NPORS or Qualsafe recognising your achievement and qualification.

  • What Areas Do We Cover?
    TUPPCO Training proudly provides expert first aid and workplace training across the Cotswolds, surrounding counties, and nationwide across the UK. We bring our trainers directly to your business, school, nursery, or organisation. Local Cotswold Areas We Cover- Cheltenham, Gloucester, Cirencester, Tewkesbury, Stroud, Stow-on-the-Wold, Moreton-in-Marsh, Bourton-on-the-Water Wider Regional & UK Coverage- We also cover Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Worcestershire, and all areas across the UK, ensuring flexible, high-quality training wherever you are located. If your area isn’t listed, just get in touch—TUPPCO Training travels nationwide.
  • Where Do We Deliver Training?

    All training is delivered at your site, farm, or another suitable location. We tailor each session to your environment to ensure it’s relevant and practical. Specific arrangements can be discussed in more detail upon request.

  • Who Delivers Your Training?

    Our training is delivered by Bertie Tupper and a team of fully qualified instructors who are accredited by Lantra, NPORS or Qualsafe. Each trainer brings real industry experience and a passion for helping learners build practical skills and confidence.

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