Dozer (N215) – NPORS Accredited Course

The NPORS Dozer (N215) course is designed for operators responsible for levelling, grading, and earthmoving using tracked bulldozers. This comprehensive course is ideal for those working in infrastructure, quarrying, demolition, and major construction.

Course Overview

This training equips learners with the skills to handle dozers confidently and competently, covering machine control, blade use, terrain adaptation, and safe practices in high-risk environments.

What the Course Covers

• Health & Safety Principles Site rules, PPE, and hazard awareness.

• Machine Walkaround & Pre-Use Checks Identifying controls, checking hydraulics, tracks, and systems.

• Dozer Blade Operation Techniques for grading, pushing, levelling, and cutting.

• Safe Manoeuvring Turning, reversing, and travelling over slopes and varied terrain.

• Working Around People & Services Visibility checks, awareness zones, and emergency stops.

• Machine Shutdown & Isolation Safe stopping, parking, and securing procedures.

What to Expect on the Course

• Industry-specific classroom session

• Hands-on dozer training with qualified supervision

• Final theory and practical assessment

Course Duration

• Novice: 3–5 Days

• Experienced Operator: 1 Day

Entry Requirements

• No prior experience needed for full course

• NPORS-CSCS card route requires valid CITB Health & Safety test

Certification

Successful candidates will be issued the NPORS Dozer (N215) operator card, valid for 5 years.

Why Choose Us?

• Accredited NPORS training provider

• Flexible training options to suit all experience levels

• Experienced instructors with industry knowledge

• Nationwide training availability

• Full support with card applications and renewals