NPORS Plant Machinery Marshal (N133)

Course Overview

The Plant Machinery Marshal course is designed for individuals who manage or direct the movement of vehicles and machinery around construction or industrial sites. This course suits supervisors, site marshals, or anyone coordinating logistics and vehicle access. It ensures safe guidance practices, visibility awareness, and risk management.

Course Objectives / Learning Outcomes

• Have a basic understanding of the industry and the relevant legislation, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a vehicle / plant machinery marshal
• Have knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular vehicle / machine to be guided
• Have a good understanding of signs and signals, approved hand signals and different forms of communication
• Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for vehicle / plant machinery marshal
• Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area including stop blocks and tipping areas
• Set up exclusion zone for loading / unloading
• Guide machinery in a forward and reverse direction including confined spaces and “blind areas” safely and efficiently
• Environmental considerations
• Carry out all end of shift and shut down and parking procedures

Assessment Methods

This course is assessed through a combination of classroom-based theory and hands-on practical training. Learners are evaluated via a written theory quiz and a practical skills assessment.

Additional Information

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, in good physical health, and capable of meeting the demands of practical training. An adequate level of English literacy is also required to fully engage with the course content and assessments. This course can also be offered as an in-house COTS Certification.