Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS)
The Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) is a scheme that provides certification for individuals who operate construction plant machinery. The scheme was created to help reduce the risk of accidents and injuries on construction sites by ensuring that plant operators are competent and skilled in their work.
The CPCS certification process involves a combination of training and assessment, with individuals needing to complete both in order to achieve certification. The training covers the theoretical and practical aspects of operating plant machinery, while the assessment tests an individual's ability to operate the machinery safely and competently.
There are a wide range of plant machinery categories covered under the CPCS scheme, including excavators, cranes, bulldozers, and many others. Each category has its own specific requirements for training and assessment, and individuals must complete the relevant training and assessment for the categories they wish to be certified in.
The CPCS scheme is widely recognised in the construction industry, and certification is often a requirement for employment in many construction-related roles. The scheme is overseen by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), which is responsible for setting the standards for training and assessment under the scheme.
The CPCS is a nationally recognized certification scheme for plant operators and related occupations in the construction industry. The scheme ensures that plant operators are competent and safe in their work, and provides proof of their training and qualifications through the issuance of a skills card. The CPCS Management Committee regularly updates and reviews the scheme to ensure it remains up-to-date with industry standards and technological advances. With over 60 categories of plant and related occupations covered, the scheme provides a comprehensive and widely recognized qualification for those working in the plant sector of the construction and allied industries.
