The CSCS New Entrant Plant Operator course is an induction course for new entrants.

The course introduces the participant to good practices and provides an opportunity for participants to become familiar with the particular item of plant they intend to operate. The course is delivered over four days by CSCS Approved Training Organisations. Completion of the New Entrant course does not replace the requirement to have a minimum of six months’ experience as a trainee.

On successful completion of the New Entrant course, participants receive a SOLAS CSCS Trainee Registration Card with an expiry date of two years from the date of the course. This two-year period is to enable participants to acquire a minimum of six months’ experience as a trainee operator. This card is non-renewable and in the event of the 2 years lapsing prior to completing, the experienced operator must resit the course.

After six months’ work experience on the 180 Excavator, participants must attend a one day assessment. On successful completion participants will receive a QQI certificate & SOLAS CSCS Card.

The Experienced Operator Course is a one day SOLAS Assessment that will assess both the theoretical and practical competencies of an operator.

Eligibility Criteria:

• 3 months on site experience
• Must hold an up to date Safe Pass
• Must be over 18

The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) provides for the training, assessment, certification and registration of non-craft operatives within the construction sector.

ABOUT

The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) provides for the training, assessment, certification and registration of non-craft operatives within the construction sector. The Construction Skills Certification Scheme was developed following detailed consultation with the social partners (Construction Industry Federation and ICTU), the Health and Safety Authority and specialist working groups. The consultation focused on identifying the training needs and occupational standards required for a range of occupations in the construction sector.

The aim of the CSCS is to enable participants to apply the skills and knowledge that are associated with their occupations in the construction sector.

LEGISLATION

Information on CSCS is provided under Schedule 5 of the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013. This schedule provides the list of the occupations which are covered under the Construction Skills Certification Scheme.

Individuals working in construction in any of the occupations listed in Schedule 5 of the Construction Regulations are LEGALLY REQUIRED to be in possession of a current SOLAS CSCS Registration Card.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must satisfy the candidate profile for the skills category for which they are seeking a SOLAS Registration Card. Further information may be obtained from The National Construction Training Centre.

Operators, who successfully complete a CSCS training and assessment programme, are awarded QQI Certification and are issued with a CSCS Registration Card. Operators may add further categories to their cards by successfully completing additional programmes. For single-skill category registration cards the card is valid for five years from the date the card is issued.  For registration cards with two or more skill categories listed, the card is valid for 5 years from the most recent renewal date for all skill categories documented on the card or if a new skill category is being added.

Summary: Eligibility Criteria

• Must be over 18 years of age
• Must have completed a candidates pack for the category chosen, this must be countersigned by an employer.
• 6 months experience requirement to be listed on the candidates pack
• Must hold a valid Safe Pass

The course is designed for Beginners who want to become a 180 Excavator Operator in the Construction Industry.

Before taking part, participants are required to have a valid Safe Pass Ticket and have completed at least 3 months on-site experience

After six months work experience on the 180 Excavator participants must attend a one day assessment. On successful completion participants will receive a QQI certificate & SOLAS CSCS Card

The course is designed for Beginners who want to become a 360 Excavator Operator in the Construction Industry. Before taking part, participants are required to have a valid Safe Pass Ticket and have completed at least 3 months on-site experience.

The course is designed for Beginners who want to become a 360 Excavator Operator in the Construction Industry. Before taking part, participants are required to have a valid Safe Pass Ticket and have completed at least 3 months on-site experience.

After six months work experience on the 360 Excavator participants must attend a one day assessment. On successful completion participants will receive a QQI certificate & SOLAS CSCS Card

The course is designed for Beginners who want to become a Mini Digger Operator in the Construction Industry.

Before taking part, participants are required to have a valid Safe Pass Ticket and have completed at least 3 months on-site experience.

After six months work experience on the Mini Digger participants must attend a one day assessment. On successful completion participants will receive a QQI certificate & SOLAS CSCS Card

The course is designed for Beginners who want to become a Articulated Dumper Operator in the Construction Industry

Before taking part, participants are required to have a valid Safe Pass Ticket and have completed at least 3 months on-site experience.

After six months work experience on the Articulated Dumper participants must attend a one day assessment. On successful completion participants will receive a QQI certificate & SOLAS CSCS Card

The course is designed for Beginners who want to become a Telescopic Handler Operator in the Construction Industry

Before taking part, participants are required to have a valid Safe Pass Ticket and have completed at least 3 months on-site experience.

After six months work experience on the Telescopic Handler participants must attend a one-day assessment. On successful completion participants will receive a QQI certificate & SOLAS CSCS Card

The course is designed for Beginners who want to become a Tower Crane Operator in the Construction Industry.

Before taking part, participants are required to have a valid Safe Pass Ticket, Experienced Operators Slinger and Signaller operations card and have completed at least 3 months on-site experience.

After six months work experience on the Tower Crane participants must attend a one day assessment. On successful completion participants will receive a QQI certificate & SOLAS CSCS Card