NPORS Puller Winch (N033)

Specialised Plant Training for Professional Winching Operations

The NPORS Puller Winch Training for the N033 category provides operators with the critical skills required to manage heavy-duty pulling operations. Because winching involves high-tension forces and significant mechanical risk, professional NPORS accreditation is a vital safety standard on modern construction and utility sites. Furthermore, our training ensures that your team complies with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER).

Consequently, this course provides operators with the technical expertise to identify potential hazards and implement safe systems of work for cable and equipment recovery. By completing this program, you reduce the risk of accidents while ensuring your workforce is fully compliant with NPORS industry standards.

Who Should Attend NPORS Puller Winch Training?

This course is suited for both novice and experienced operators who use mechanical winching equipment for utility installation or recovery.

  • Utility Contractors: Personnel responsible for pulling underground cables or water mains pipes.

  • Recovery Teams: Individuals involved in vehicle or equipment recovery in difficult terrain.

  • Telecommunications Engineers: Staff installing infrastructure across diverse site environments.

  • Plant Operators: Professionals looking to add a specialised category to their operator card.

Course Content: What to Expect from NPORS Puller Winch Training

Our programme is designed to ensure every delegate can operate a puller winch safely and effectively under NPORS guidelines. Specifically, the training covers:

  • Legal Requirements: Understanding the legal framework and employer/employee duties regarding winching equipment.

  • Hazard Identification: Spotting specific risks, such as cable snapping, anchor failure, and entanglement.

  • Load Calculation: Identifying and selecting the correct winch capacity and rigging for specific pulling tasks.

  • Inspection and Maintenance: Performing mandatory pre-use safety checks on the winch engine, cable, and guide rollers.

  • Safe Anchoring Techniques: Mastering the correct method for securing the winch to prevent movement under load.

  • Operational Control: Understanding drum rotation, speed control, and emergency stop procedures.

  • Signalling and Communication: Establishing clear protocols between the winch operator and the receiving team.

Course Details & Certification

Feature Detail
Duration 1 Day (Dependent on candidate experience)
Accreditation NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme)
Capacity Small groups for maximum practical time
Assessment NPORS practical operational test and theoretical assessment
Certification NPORS Operator Card (Traditional or CSCS Logo)

Why Choose Hills Safety Training?

Our instructors provide hands-on, practical guidance to ensure you are fully confident in using puller winches in a live site environment. Moreover, our certification is recognised by major contractors across the UK. You can also combine this training with our NPORS Micro Excavator Training to build a comprehensive safety profile.

Book Your NPORS Puller Winch Training Today

⚠️ High-tension operations require high-level training. Ensure you are operating safely and legally with an industry-standard certificate.