COURSE DETAILS

Training Course Type

  • On-site training and assessment

Novice Training Course Duration

1-3 days dependant on any previous experience 

Novice Candidate Numbers

4

Experience Worker Tests per day

4

Variations

  • Wheeled
  • Tracked

Card Options

  • 5-year LANTRA traditional card & certificate

Minimum Age

16

Instructor

Bertie Tupper & Tuppco instructors

FURTHER
INFORMATION

  • What is forward tipping dumper?

    A forward tipping 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 it a flexible piece of equipment.

  • 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 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 dumper
    • Operators’ manual 
    • Risk assessment completed
  • Theory Assessment:
    • 25 multiple choice questions
    • 4 marks per question
    • 80% pass mark required
  • Practical Assessment Criteria
    • Pre use and operational checks
    • Drive through chicane forwards and backwards
    • Position Forward tipping dumper 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 25 penalty points and no mandatory disqualifications

    Time allowed is 1 hour

  • Where Does Tuppco Deliver Onsite Courses?

    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 aim of the Lantra Forward Tipping Dumper (DMP01) course is to ensure learners can operate forward tipping dumpers safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards, reducing accidents and improving productivity on-site.

Key Course Objectives:
  • Understand the components, controls, and capabilities of forward tipping dumpers
  • Learn correct PPE requirements, safety responsibilities, and industry regulations
  • Carry out and record pre-start checks, inspections, and routine maintenance
  • Operate the dumper safely under a range of conditions, including:
    • Open sites and confined spaces
    • Soft, uneven, or unstable ground
    • Slopes, inclines, and haul routes
  • Load, transport, and tip materials safely and efficiently
  • Work effectively with excavators, loading shovels, and site personnel
  • Identify and manage hazards such as overturning, pedestrians, blind spots, and load stability
  • Improve operational skill, machine control, and site awareness
  • Build confidence to operate the dumper in demanding environments

By the end of the course, learners will be fully competent and confident in using a forward tipping dumper safely on any worksite.

What Will Be Awarded

Upon successful completion of the Lantra Forward Tipping Dumper (DMP01) course with TUPPCO Training, learners will receive a nationally recognised Lantra Awards certificate. This qualification confirms competence in the safe operation, loading, manoeuvring, travelling, and tipping of forward tipping dumpers used in construction, landscaping, civil engineering, utilities, and groundwork operations.

Your Award Will Include:
  • Official Lantra Awards DMP01 Certificate
  • Proven ability to operate a forward tipping dumper safely
  • Skills in loading, transporting, and controlled tipping of materials
  • Understanding of hazard awareness, risk assessments, and safe work practices
  • Knowledge of pre-use inspections, machine checks, and basic maintenance
Who the Award Is For:

Perfect for construction workers, groundworkers, plant operators, landscapers, local authority teams, utilities workers, and anyone who uses or supervises dumper operations on-site.

How Long The Course Can Take

The duration of the Lantra Forward Tipping Dumper (DMP01) course depends on your level of experience:

Course Duration Overview:
  • 1–2 days for novice or less-experienced operators
  • 1 day for experienced operators or refresher training
  • Includes: theory, safety responsibilities, pre-use checks, practical operation, loading, and final assessment

All training is delivered by qualified and experienced TUPPCO Training plant instructors.

TUPPCO Training provides nationwide training, covering the Cotswolds, South West, Midlands, and the whole of the UK.

Expert Training On Your Business Site

TUPPCO Training offers bespoke on-site forward tipping dumper training, allowing learners to train using your own dumper, on your ground conditions, and within your everyday working environment.

Why On-Site Dumper Training Is So Effective:
  1. Training tailored to your worksite layout and operational needs
  2. Operators learn using your equipment, providing familiar and practical experience
  3. Reduces travel time and limits operational downtime
  4. Ensures training is aligned with your site-specific safety rules and risk controls
  5. Delivered by expert TUPPCO Training instructors with real-world plant experience
Ideal On-Site Locations Include:
  • Construction and groundworks sites
  • Landscaping and earthworks areas
  • Utilities sites and civil engineering projects
  • Industrial yards and agricultural environments

TUPPCO Training covers all UK regions, including the Cotswolds and surrounding areas.

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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