Category
Skid Steer Loader
CPCS/NPORS Code
CPCS A23 / NPORS N207
Qualification Level
Level 2 NVQ Certificate
Assessment Method
Fast-Track, Online
Cost
£745 + VAT
CITB Grant Claimable
£600
This NVQ is for skid steer loader operators who already hold a Red CPCS A23 or NPORS N207 “Trained Operator” card and have at least six months’ experience operating skid steers on live construction sites.
You will be registered for the Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations (Construction) (601/4999/1) – Extracting, which contains three mandatory units:
Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace — Unit ref A/503/1170
Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace — Unit ref J/503/1169
Preparing and operating skid steer loaders to extract loose materials in the workplace — Unit ref F/506/4624
Successfully completing your chosen route lets you upgrade to the Blue “Competent Operator” card and demonstrate full occupational competence as a skid-steer-loader operator.
This Skid Steer Loader NVQ is completely evidence based. Instead of taking another test, you demonstrate how you operate the skid steer loader day to day by uploading photos and short videos of your pre-start checks, digging, loading, travelling and shut-down, along with site paperwork such as inspection sheets, RAMS and maintenance logs. A brief witness statement from a supervisor who has seen you working is also helpful. You can add everything to our secure online e-Portfolio whenever it suits you.
Your assessor reviews each upload, gives feedback and lets you know if anything else is needed. Once all the evidence has been accepted, you book a one-to-one video call. During this discussion, the assessor asks you to talk through what you’ve submitted and to explain the site rules you follow. It feels more like a structured chat than an exam and is usually wrapped up in a single session.
After the call, the assessor signs off the NVQ and submits it for certification. About a week later we’ll email you an electronic copy of your certificate so you can upgrade your CPCS or NPORS card.
No classroom time, no site visits and no written tests—just clear proof of the work you already do.
Below are some examples of the kinds of questions an assessor may ask during the professional-discussion part of this Level 2 NVQ:
Assessor: How do you make sure the skid steer stays stable when you’re working on uneven or soft ground?
Learner: I keep the bucket low while travelling, avoid sudden turns, and use low gear. If it’s soft underfoot I test it first, and if needed I use a different route or ask for ground protection like track mats. I also make sure I’m not overloading the machine.
Assessor: Which personal protective equipment do you wear on this site and why?
Learner: I wear a hard hat and high-vis vest so I’m protected and visible. Safety boots protect my feet and I use gloves when handling attachments or refuelling. If there’s dust or noise, I’ll also use a face mask and ear defenders.
Assessor: How does following a method statement help you work more efficiently?
Learner: It tells me exactly how the task should be done—where to load from, where to tip, and what attachments to use. It helps avoid confusion, stops me from doing things twice, and makes it safer to work near other trades because everyone knows the plan.
Category
Skid Steer Loader
CPCS/NPORS Code
CPCS A23 / NPORS N207
Qualification Level
Level 2 NVQ Certificate
Assessment Method
Fast-Track, Online
Cost
£745 + VAT
CITB Grant Claimable
£600
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