COURSE DETAILS

Training course type options

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

Novice training course duration

1-2 days dependant on any previous experience

Novice candidate numbers

3

Experience Worker Tests per day

4

Variations

  • Remote controlled
  • Manual
  • Clamshell bucket 
  • Crane swivel hook
  • Brick / block clamp
  • Vehicle lifting frame
  • Other (state)

Card options

  • 5-year NPORS traditional card & certificate
  • 2-year CSCS trained operator red card

Minimum age

18

Instructor

Tuppco instructors

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FURTHER
INFORMATION

  • What is a lorry loader?

    A lorry loader is a piece of heavy machinery that uses hydraulic attachments to pick up and deposit material onto a long bed at the rear of the vehicle. 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
    • Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturers and legislative requirements
    • Configure the vehicle and loader crane ready for travel
    • Configure the machine for travel and manoeuvre it safely across varying terrain in open and confined areas
    • Safely mount and dismount the machine
    • Start and stop the engine and safely move the machine off and stop it safely
    • Correctly deploy the stabilisers according to manufactures specifications
    • 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
    • Suitable and safe area to complete paperwork
    • Suitable welfare facilities
    • Lorry loader and attachments
    • Operators’ manual 
    • Risk assessment completed
    • In date thorough test examination report for the machine
  • 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
    • Deploy the stabilisers
    • Load material into hopper / lorry
    • Grab – 4 x full loads of spoil to nearside and offside of the vehicle and 4 x loads of 75% of cranes maximum lift
    • Hook – 1 x load of least 75% of cranes maximum lift positioned cab side, 1 x load to 5 metres with an offset centre of gravity, 1 x load of placed on the offside
    • Brick clamp – 1 x load of least 75% of cranes maximum lift positioned cab side, 1 x load to 5 metres with an offset centre of gravity, 1 x load of placed on the offside
    • Make load secure 

    Pass mark is less than 20 penalty points and no mandatory disqualifications

    Time allowed is 1 hour 20 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

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Objective Of Course

The objective of the NPORS Lorry Loader (N107) course with TUPPCO Training is to equip learners with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to safely operate a lorry loader for lifting, loading, and transporting materials. This NPORS Lorry Loader N107 training focuses on correct machine operation, hazard awareness, load handling, and compliance with NPORS and UK industry safety standards.

TUPPCO Training ensures operators are fully competent in handling lorry loaders safely, improving site productivity, efficiency, and overall workplace safety across construction, logistics, industrial, and commercial sites.

Key Course Objectives:
  • Understand lorry loader controls, functions, and machine limitations
  • Learn correct PPE, operator responsibilities, and NPORS safety procedures
  • Conduct pre-use inspections, defect reporting, and daily maintenance checks
  • Operate the lorry loader safely when lifting, loading, transporting, and placing materials
  • Identify hazards including overloading, tipping risks, ground instability, and site traffic
  • Apply NPORS-approved safe lifting, load securing, and vehicle manoeuvring techniques
  • Develop confidence in operating attachments, positioning loads accurately, and working in confined spaces

By the end of this NPORS Lorry Loader N107 training, learners will be fully competent in operating a lorry loader safely and efficiently, supporting safer site operations and material handling.

What Will Be Awarded

Upon successful completion of the NPORS Lorry Loader (N107) course with TUPPCO Training, participants will receive an official NPORS N107 certificate, confirming competence in the safe operation of lorry loaders in accordance with NPORS standards.

This qualification is recognised nationally in construction, logistics, civil engineering, and industrial sectors.

Your Award Will Include:
  • Official NPORS N107 Certificate / Operator Card
  • Verified competence in safe lorry loader operation
  • Skills in lifting, loading, transporting, and accurate placement of materials
  • Knowledge of risk assessment, hazard identification, and safe working 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
  • Logistics and warehouse personnel
  • Industrial and commercial material handling teams
  • Anyone required to operate a lorry loader safely and professionally

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

How Long The Course Can Take

The NPORS Lorry Loader N107 course with TUPPCO Training is practical, hands-on, and designed to provide real-world operational competence.

Course Duration Overview:
  • Novice Training: Typically 1–3 days (depending on experience and group size)
  • Experienced / Refresher: 1 day
  • Test-Only Route: Available for competent operators

Training covers machine operation, load lifting and placement, site safety, hazard awareness, attachments, and practical NPORS assessment.
Delivered by NPORS-certified TUPPCO Training instructors with extensive lorry loader and plant operation experience.

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

Expert Training On Your Business Site

TUPPCO Training provides on-site NPORS Lorry Loader N107 training, allowing learners to train on your own lorry loader vehicles, in real site conditions. This ensures maximum practical relevance, skill retention, and application directly to your workplace.

Benefits of On-Site Training with TUPPCO Training:
  • Tailored to your vehicle 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 and civil engineering sites
  • Industrial and commercial premises
  • Logistics and distribution yards
  • Warehousing and material handling operations
  • Groundworks and infrastructure sites

TUPPCO Training delivers NPORS Lorry Loader N107 courses throughout the Cotswolds, Midlands, South West, and the whole UK, providing flexible, accredited, and fully on-site plant operator training.

FAQs

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  • 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 delivers NPORS, LANTRA and Qualsafe on-site training across a variety of locations to meet the needs of businesses in the Southwest, Midlands and Southeast areas of the UK. The areas include Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Somerset, Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Sussex, Kent.

  • Where Do We Deliver Training?

    Tuppco delivers professional training across a wide range of industries, including construction, land-based, manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, engineering, and office-based businesses. Training can be provided at various venues to suit client needs, including on-site at company premises. This flexible approach allows Tuppco to tailor training delivery to different working environments and operational requirements.

  • 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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