MGA Training
When it comes to wanting high quality CPCS training then you need look no further than MGA Training LTD.
MILITARY
Here at MGA Training we are delighted to be a specialist provider of ‘training for safer lifting operations’ approved by ELCAS & CTP and we would be happy to help you with your Resettlement Training and access to Interview Opportunities within the lifting and crane hire industry.
We have the experience and the accreditations to guide you through the whole process.
Exceeding Expectations
• We are approved by Enhanced Learning Credits (ELCAS) and you can use your ELCAS funding with us.
• For more information on the ELCAS process you can visit the website here www.enhancedlearningcredits.com
• You can use your Resettlement Funding with us.
• We are approved by the Career transition Partnership (CTP).
• We are a CPCS & NOCN CSkills Awards Accredited Test Centre for Training & NVQS.
• You will have the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised accreditation through the Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS), allowing you to work on any Contractors group
MGA Training is an Enhanced Learning Credits (ELCAS) approved Training centre for the following courses:
• NOCN_Cskills Awards Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations – Planning Lifts (Construction) – QUA919
• NOCN_Cskills Awards Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations – Supervising Lifts (Construction) – QUB919
The Slinger Signaller and Mobile Crane Operator categories do not come under the ELCAS funding as they are a level 2 Diploma. However, you can use Resettlement Grants and Standard Learning Credits for the CPCS Slinger Signaller & CPCS Mobile Crane operator categories.
Recommendation
“I served in the 2nd Battalion the Duke of Lancasters regiment for 8 years. I was unfortunately medically discharged from the army on the 1st of March 2017. I had wanted to operate mobile cranes for a living for a while, so I spoke to a friend of mine who i had served with who happened to have completed his training also with MGA Training. I called up and booked the course in, I paid for this myself. Once I had done my Mobile Crane, I decided I wanted to go all the way, so I completed 3 separate qualifications with MGA Training. They also helped me obtain a job at the end of my training. I was taught by Ian and Steve. Steve is also ex army as were a few of the operators that I’ve met along the way, this really helped me settle and adjust into my new career”
James Kirner
“I served in the 2nd battalion the Duke of Lancaster’s regiment for 9 years. I gained 4 different lifting qualifications through MGA. The instructors are great and happy to help you out with extra time if you are struggling with any areas. I started off working for a mobile crane company based in Manchester, which MGA Training helped me get. Now I’m a self employed heavy lift supervisor within the wind industry working off shore for different company’s around the world. Steve was ex-army and he makes you feel right at home as it can be a scary experience leaving the army, its nice knowing you have likeminded people teaching you”
Ant Robson
WHAT IS CPCS? DO I NEED IT?
CPCS
stands for the Construction Plant Competence Scheme- a card scheme designed to prove the skills of plant operatives. It is now run by NOCN but it was previously run by CITB (Construction Industry Training Board). It was launched by CITB in 2003 at the request of employers, to help them comply with regulations and requirements, and aims to apply common standards for all plant operators.
Each card provides identification and recognises the competence and qualifications of the individual holder. The scheme maintains health, safety and environmental standards through a programme of testing to prove workers comply with minimum standards. Please click for more information on NOCN
Over 150,000 people carry a CPCS card and it is the most widely recognised as the preferred card to comply with codes of practice for competence and certification. It is required to operate on most types of plant on UK Contractors Group (UKCG) sites throughout the UK.
Card Checker is now available at:
www.nocnjobcards.org/card-checker
What is an NVQ?
National Vocational Qualifications are competence based and are achieved in the workplace. They demonstrate your ability at work by recognising the skills, knowledge, ability, training and experience required to perform a job safely and in an effective and efficient manner.
All vocational qualifications are now grouped together in different levels on the Qualification and Credit Framework (QCF) The educational framework is designed to make vocational qualifications easier to understand and simpler to use. It has been developed to work more closely with employers to make qualifications more relevant to what learners need to succeed in their chosen profession.
The QCF provides a framework for learners to progress. There are varying levels ranging from Entry to Level 8. Credits are allocated based on the amount of learning required to complete the qualification. This also defines the qualification size, award, certificate or diploma.
NVQ assessment recognises your performance at work with a nationally recognised qualification. All skills are assessed through work-based evidence and because there are no exams or tests certification is based on evidence of your skills.
Slinger Signaller (4-day novice course)
CPCS Category Code A40
Title: CPCS Slinger/Signaller (A40)
Duration: Four (4) consecutive days including CPCS Theory and Practical test.
Cost: POA (Includes training, technical tests and card fees) – Discounts available for multiple candidates.
Target Delegate
This course is aimed at inexperienced operatives who are required to undertake slinger and signalling for the movement of loads using lifting equipment. Candidates may be new to the role or they may have limited experience and no formal training.
Course Aim and Contents
The aim of this course is to provide candidates with practical and theoretical knowledge for them to undertake the role of the Slinger/ Signaller. Following successful completion of the course, candidates will be able to select the correct lifting accessories, attach them to the loads safely and guide the load using the appropriate hand signals.
Crane Supervisor (4 Day Novice Course)
CPCS Category Code A62
Title: CPCS Crane Supervisor (A62)
Duration: Four (4) consecutive days, including CPCS Theory and Practical test.
Cost: POA (Includes training, technical tests and card fee’s), Discounts available for multiple candidates.
Target Delegates
This course is aimed at anyone who is required to supervise safe systems of work using lifting equipment. It is recommended that prior to attending this course, individuals should have some experience of working with lifting equipment, especially mobile cranes.
Course Aim and Contents
The aim of the course is to provide candidates with underpinning knowledge for them to understand the role and responsibility of the Crane Supervisor. Following successful completion of the course, candidates will be able to understand and follow safe systems of work for lifting operations, including writing risk assessments and method statements.
Appointed Person (5 Day Novice) CPCS Category Code A61
Duration: Five (5) consecutive days including 1-day CPCS Theory and Practical Test.
Cost: POA (Includes training, technical tests and card fee’s), Discounts available for multiple candidates.
Target Delegates
In response to our clients’ needs this extended course is aimed at anyone who is required to plan safe systems of work using lifting equipment with no or very little experience of planning lifting operations using mobile cranes. This gives additional training as preparation for the Technical test on day five of the course.
Course Aim and Contents
The aim of this course is to provide candidates with underpinning knowledge for them to understand the role and responsibility of the Appointed Person. Following successful completion of the course, candidates will be able to prepare and implement safe systems of work for lifting operation including writing risk assessments and method statements.
Certification
Successful candidates will be awarded a red CPCS trained operator card endorsed with the category that they have just completed. This card can only be issued if the candidate has an in date health and safety test which co insides with which course they have passed before undertaking the CPCS technical test. For enquiries on changing your card from red to blue, please call 0161 707 9865.
Contact details
Boysnope Wharf, Eccles, Manchester, M30 7RH
www.mgatrainingltd.co.uk
Tel : 0161 707 9865
Email: kelly@mgatraining.co.uk/steve@mgatraining.co.uk