Study tips, exam guides, and everything you need to know about CPCS renewal tests.
A practical walk-through of how lifting operations should be planned, supervised, and carried out safely under LOLER, covering site induction, documentation checks, crane setup, and the role of the appointed person.
Read more →A practical walk-through of the articulated dump truck CPCS/NPORS test covering receiving loads, hill starts, tipping, and shutdown procedures.
Read more →Discover how your attitude towards safety directly influences your behaviour and outcomes on site, with practical lessons every CPCS operator should apply daily.
Read more →A practical look inside a CPCS 360 tracked excavator training course — trenching, attachments, quick hitches, lifting operations, and the skills that make a competent operator.
Read more →A practical guide to telehandler controls, steering modes, and safe operating procedures that every CPCS plant operator should understand before getting behind the joystick.
Read more →A complete guide to the seven essential steps of safe slinging and signalling for lifting operations, covering sling selection, load weight estimation, fitting techniques, and BS 7121 hand signals for CPCS certification.
Read more →A practical walkthrough of the CPCS 360 excavator above ten tonne practical test, covering trench digging, manhole excavation, and the key techniques you need to demonstrate on test day.
Read more →A step-by-step guide to the CPCS card renewal process, covering when to renew, CPD requirements, the renewal test, and what happens if you fail.
Read more →A clear explanation of the different CPCS card types including Red Trained Operator, Blue Competent Operator, and Black Tester/Instructor cards, plus their renewal requirements.
Read more →Everything you need to know about passing your CPCS renewal test, from preparation strategies to what to expect on test day. Practical tips from experienced plant operators.
Read more →A breakdown of the most common topics and knowledge areas tested in CPCS renewal examinations, helping you focus your revision on what matters most.
Read more →Download the CPCS CPD Mastery app for the complete exam prep experience with 4,200+ practice questions and progress tracking.
