COURSE DETAILS

Training course type

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

Novice training course duration

1-5 days dependant on any previous experience

Novice candidate numbers

3

Experience Worker Tests per day

4

Variations

  • Wheeled
  • Tracked
  • Up to 5 tonnes
  • Up to 10 tonnes 
  • Above and below 10 tonnes
  • Quick hitch theory

Card options

  • 5-year NPORS traditional card & certificate

Minimum age

16

Instructor

Bertie Tupper & Tuppco instructors

FURTHER
INFORMATION

  • What is a material re-handler?

    A material re-handler is used in mainly in the waste management industry to move, place and organise materials. The machine is mainly based on an excavator design with a boom to swivel attachment to make the work of selecting materials easy.

  • 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 a plant 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 steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions
    • Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturers and legislative requirements
    • Safely mount and dismount the machine
    • Start and stop the engine and safely move the machine off and stop it safely
    • Configure the machine for travel and manoeuvre it safely across varying terrain in open and confined areas/
    • Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
    • Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and correctly configure in readiness to carry out processing tasks
    • Carry out processing task
    • Load material onto transporting vehicles, containers or processing plant
    • Fit and remove attachments
    • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation
    • Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures
  • Venue and equipment requirements:
    • Suitable and safe area to operate machinery
    • Bulk material to load vehicle
    • Vehicle or hopper to load (dumper, trailer)
    • Suitable and safe area to complete paperwork
    • Suitable welfare facilities
    • Material re-handler and attachments
    • 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
    • Travel through chicane forwards and backwards
    • Travel through restrictions
    • Load material into hopper / tailer
    • Sort materials and place 

    Pass mark is less than 30 penalty points and no mandatory disqualifications

    Time allowed is 2 hours 15 minutes

  • 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 Material Re-Handler (N722) course with TUPPCO Training is to equip learners with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to safely operate material re-handling machines. This NPORS N722 training focuses on efficient loading, lifting, moving, and stacking of materials while maintaining compliance with NPORS and UK safety standards.

TUPPCO Training ensures participants are fully competent in handling materials safely, improving productivity, operational efficiency, and workplace safety on construction, industrial, and commercial sites.

Key Course Objectives:
  • Understand material re-handler controls, functions, and machine limitations
  • Learn correct PPE, operator responsibilities, and NPORS safety procedures
  • Conduct pre-use inspections, defect reporting, and daily operational checks
  • Operate the machine safely when lifting, stacking, moving, and unloading materials
  • Identify hazards including overloading, machine instability, ground conditions, and site traffic
  • Apply NPORS-approved safe handling, lifting, and manoeuvring techniques
  • Develop confidence in working efficiently with attachments, handling bulk materials, and working in confined spaces

By the end of this NPORS Material Re-Handler N722 training, learners will be fully competent in safe machine operation, material handling, and hazard management, ensuring smoother and safer site operations.

What Will Be Awarded

Upon successful completion of the NPORS Material Re-Handler (N722) course with TUPPCO Training, participants will receive an official NPORS N722 certificate, confirming competence in the safe operation of material re-handling equipment in line with NPORS standards.

This nationally recognised qualification is widely accepted in construction, industrial, civil engineering, warehousing, and commercial material handling sectors.

Your Award Will Include:
  • Official NPORS N722 Certificate / Operator Card
  • Verified competence in safe material re-handler operation
  • Skills in loading, stacking, manoeuvring, and unloading materials efficiently
  • Knowledge of risk assessment, hazard identification, and site safety procedures
  • Understanding of pre-use inspections, attachment handling, and emergency procedures
Who the Award Is For:

Ideal for:

  • Plant operators and site operatives
  • Construction and civil engineering staff
  • Warehousing and logistics personnel
  • Industrial and commercial material handling teams
  • Anyone required to operate material re-handling equipment safely

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

How Long The Course Can Take

The NPORS Material Re-Handler N722 course with TUPPCO Training is practical, hands-on, and designed to provide real-world operational competence.

Course Duration Overview:
  • Novice Training: Typically 1–2 days (depending on learner experience and group size)
  • Experienced / Refresher: 1 day
  • Test-Only Route: Available for competent operators

Training covers machine operation, safe material handling, site hazard awareness, attachments, and practical NPORS assessment.
Delivered by NPORS-certified TUPPCO Training instructors with extensive material handling and plant operation experience.

TUPPCO Training delivers this course across the UK at construction sites, industrial facilities, depots, and commercial sites.

Expert Training On Your Business Site

TUPPCO Training provides on-site NPORS Material Re-Handler N722 training, allowing learners to train on your own machines, within your real operational environment. This ensures practical relevance, improved skill retention, and application directly to your workplace.

Benefits of On-Site Training with TUPPCO Training:
  • Tailored to your machine type, attachments, and site layout
  • Hands-on experience in real material handling 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 sites and civil engineering projects
  • Industrial yards and depots
  • Warehousing and logistics operations
  • Commercial material handling sites
  • Groundworks and infrastructure sites

TUPPCO Training delivers NPORS Material Re-Handler N722 courses throughout the Cotswolds, Midlands, South West, and the whole UK, providing flexible, accredited, and fully on-site plant operator training.

FAQs

All FAQs
  • 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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