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​Material Re-Handler Training (NPORS N722)
Ensure your operators are trained, competent and compliant with our NPORS N722 Material Re-Handler course, delivered exclusively on your site to ensure training reflects real processing environments and operational risks.
This nationally recognised course is designed for operators required to operate material re-handling machines, carrying out sorting, processing, stockpiling and loading operations across waste management, recycling facilities, ports, timber yards and industrial environments.
Who Is This Course For?
Material re-handler operators
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Waste management and recycling operatives
Plant operators working in processing facilities
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Personnel responsible for loading vehicles, hoppers or plant
Anyone required to operate a material re-handler as part of their role
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Suitable for novice, refresher and experienced operators.
Course Overview – NPORS N722
The NPORS N722 Material Re-Handler course provides operators with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely operate material re-handling machines in demanding environments. The course focuses on hazard awareness, machine configuration, attachment use, material sorting techniques and safe loading operations.
Delivered on the client’s site, the course includes both theoretical instruction and practical assessment, ensuring operators can demonstrate safe operation, effective processing of materials and compliance with manufacturer guidance and current UK health and safety legislation.
What You Will Learn
Health, Safety & Legislation
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Operator responsibilities and legal duties
Health & Safety at Work Act, PUWER and LOLER requirements
Hazards including instability, falling loads, noise and vibration
Environmental responsibilities and safe systems of work
Material Re-Handler & Equipment Knowledge
Identifying major machine components and controls
Understanding stability, slewing radius and cab positioning
Manufacturer handbook awareness
Grabs, magnets, log grabs and other attachments
Outriggers, stabilisers and safety systems
Safe Operation
Pre-use inspections and defect reporting
Correct PPE selection and use
Travelling and manoeuvring in open and confined areas
Setting up the machine for sorting and processing tasks
Sorting and segregating materials safely
Forming stockpiles and maintaining clear work areas
Loading vehicles, hoppers or processing plant
Fitting and removing attachments safely
Shutdown, end-of-shift and securing procedures
Course Duration & Certification
Duration: 5 Days (Novice Course)
Maximum Ratio: 3:1:1
EWT (Experienced Worker Test): Available – maximum 4 per day
Certification: NPORS Operator Card / Certificate (where applicable)
On-Site Delivery
​Training is delivered at your premises, using your material re-handler, attachments and processing operations where possible, ensuring the course reflects your equipment, materials and site-specific risks.
Book This Course
Contact us today to book NPORS N722 Material Re-Handler Training delivered on your site.
