Loading Shovel Skid Steer CPCS A23 Course
Key Features
Of this Loading Shovel Skid Steer A23 Course:
- Covers safe operation of skid steer loaders fitted with loading shovel attachments in a wide range of site conditions
- Includes pre-use checks, machine stability, load handling and correct discharge procedures
- Addresses both tracked and wheeled skid steer configurations across different ground conditions
- Emphasises correct attachment changing, hydraulic safety and site communication protocols
- Aligns with current UK construction plant standards and recognised operator competence requirements
Course Date Availability
Loading Shovel Skid Steer A23 training at the following 1 centres. Prices from £895 per person :
| Training Centres | Next Available Dates |
|---|---|
| Redhill | 5th Aug 202612th Aug 2026 |
Course Information
Overview:
The Loading Shovel Skid Steer CPCS A23 course provides operators with the practical skills and technical knowledge required to operate skid steer loaders equipped with front-mounted loading shovels. Delegates learn to carry out daily checks, manoeuvre in confined areas, load and discharge materials accurately, and work safely alongside other site activities. The training reflects real site demands where operators must handle varied materials, adapt to changing ground conditions and maintain machine stability throughout each shift.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- Experienced plant operators moving into skid steer loader roles
- Site operatives required to load lorries, hoppers or conveyors using skid steer equipment
- Groundworkers and general operatives needing formal proof of skid steer competence
- Supervisors and team leaders who operate loading shovels as part of daily duties
- Employers seeking to demonstrate operator competence during site audits or principal contractor assessments
What You Will Learn
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Pre-use inspection routines including hydraulic, braking and steering systems
- Safe mounting and dismounting procedures with correct use of handrails and steps
- Machine stability principles when operating on slopes and uneven ground
- Accurate loading techniques for different material types and bucket capacities
- Attachment identification, fitting and safe hydraulic connection procedures
- Correct discharge methods into lorries, stockpiles and processing equipment
- Site awareness including pedestrian segregation, signalling and exclusion zones
- End-of-shift procedures, parking, and isolation requirements
Course Agenda
Overview:
The course runs over several days combining classroom theory sessions with extensive practical exercises on a prepared training area. Delegates complete both theory and practical assessments that reflect typical site tasks.
Key Modules Covered
What you will learn:
- Roles and responsibilities of the operator under current health and safety legislation
- Machine types, configurations and rated capacities for loading shovel applications
- Pre-use checks, defect reporting and documentation requirements
- Control familiarisation, travel speeds and steering modes
- Load handling, centre of gravity and machine stability on inclines
- Attachment changing procedures and hydraulic safety
- Loading and discharging techniques in confined and open areas
- Working near overhead services, underground services and other plant
- End-of-shift procedures, refuelling and isolation
Private Courses On-site
Loading Shovel Skid Steer CPCS A23 training is also available as a dedicated course, at your premises, and on a date and time of your choosing. Advantages of group / private course is the convenience of candidates being in familiar surroundings and not having to travel, the lowest price, and the ability to have the course tailored to your own application.
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Accreditation & Next Steps
What you will achieve as a result:
Delegates who meet the required standard receive a CPCS red operator card (trained) or blue operator card (competent) depending on prior experience and assessment outcome. The card demonstrates that the holder has been assessed against nationally recognised standards for skid steer loader operation with loading shovel attachments. Operators are advised to maintain a logbook of operating hours and complete periodic refresher training to keep skills current.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most commonly asked Loading Shovel Skid Steer CPCS A23 questions:
The course is delivered over several days. It includes both theory and practical training followed by CPCS theory and practical assessments on the final day.
Delegates must be at least 18 years old, hold a valid CITB health, safety and environment test passed within the last two years, and provide photographic ID on the first day.
Previous experience is not mandatory but is beneficial. The course covers both novice and experienced operators through separate practical exercises tailored to ability.
Theory covers legislation, machine types, stability, rated capacities, pre-use checks, attachment changing, load handling, site hazards and end-of-shift procedures.
Practical assessment includes pre-use inspection, mounting and dismounting, travel over different terrain, loading and discharging materials, attachment changing and correct parking procedures.
Delegates who do not meet the required standard receive feedback and guidance. They may re-sit the relevant theory or practical test after further practice or training.
A CPCS red card is valid for two years. A blue competent operator card is valid for five years and requires ongoing operating experience and periodic refresher training to maintain.
Yes. This qualification specifically covers skid steer loaders used with front-mounted loading shovels and includes additional content on attachment use, material handling and discharge techniques.
Delegates should bring suitable safety footwear, high-visibility clothing, hard hat, gloves and any prescription safety glasses they normally use on site.
Training providers supply the machines used during the course. Delegates are not required to bring their own equipment.
Yes. The course addresses the operating differences between tracked and wheeled configurations including steering behaviour, ground pressure and travel on slopes.
Holding this qualification demonstrates that an operator has been assessed against recognised standards for safe and effective loading shovel work, supporting compliance during site audits and client requirements.
Prices per person typically start at £895. Discounts available for multi person or group bookings (depending upon location)
More Information
The training focuses on practical competence that operators can apply immediately on returning to site. Emphasis is placed on consistent pre-use checks, clear communication with banksmen and safe working practices that protect both the operator and others on site.
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