Plant Courses

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Operate Plant Machinery with Confidence

Operating plant machinery safely requires skill, awareness, and the right training. From excavators to loaders and dumpers, incorrect use can lead to accidents, equipment damage, or costly downtime. Competent operators are essential for protecting both people and assets on site.

Rizon's wide range of plant training courses provide practical, NPORS certified instruction tailored for new operators, experienced personnel, and those needing refresher training. They help your team gain confidence, improves your workforce's efficiency, and ensure a safer, more productive working environment.

Our courses

Agricultural Tractor

Step into the driver’s seat and master the operation of agricultural tractors while building skills you can rely on.
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Container Handler

Learn the essential skills and knowledge for safe, efficient container handling and gain NPORS certification.
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Crusher/ Screener

Master the operation of powerful crusher and screener machinery with hands-on training that builds confidence and site-safe expertise.
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Dozer

Develop essential skills for operating dozers, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards with training tailored to all levels.
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Excavator Micro (up to 1 tonne)

Gain the knowledge and skills required to safely operate and correctly maintain an Excavator Micro 360.
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Forward Tipping Dumper

Master the safe and efficient operation of forward tipping dumpers with training tailored to beginners and experienced operators across any industry.
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Loading Shovel

Wheeled & Tracked Loading Shovels training for all levels.
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Material Re-Handler 360

Operate powerful material re-handling equipment with confidence while learning techniques that boost safety speed and site productivity.
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Quick Hitch Awareness

Gain the necessary skills and knowledge required for safe use of a quick hitch.
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Rear Tipping Dump Truck (ADT)

Take your operating skills to the next level with expert training on rear tipping dumpers. From first-time operators to seasoned drivers, this course builds the confidence, safety awareness and certification needed to excel on any site.
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Road Roller

Roll with confidence. Discover the skills and knowledge to operate road rollers - no matter your experience level.
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Telescopic Handler

Develop hands-on skills and earn a formal certification to operate a telescopic handler safely across construction, industrial or agricultural sites.
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Wheeled/ Tracked Excavator 180

Build or refresh your skills with formal certification, gaining the knowledge and confidence to operate an Excavator 180 safely, whatever your experience.
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Wheeled/ Tracked Excavator 360

Boost your onsite skills and earn formal certification to operate an excavator 360 with confidence. Courses available for all levels.
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They get to know our business inside out. What I find with IED because of that long-term partnership is they're very quick and succinct at giving you a solution to a challenge you possibly didn't even know you had.
Group Training & Development Manager, John Clark Motor Group
We can be confident that every step of the way, we are providing our team with the required skills and competency to safely carry out their role.
HSEQ Supervisor, Sea-Cargo
We've found a partner who really delivers training that is bespoke to us. They take the time to learn the team and learn the specific challenges we have on site and are able to tailor training to match them.
Facility Manager, MVV Environment
They make the sessions engaging and easy for our team to connect with. Every session is relevant and everyone leaves feeling more confident and capable.
Director of Operations, Vector24
Some interesting pints to build on, particularly delegation, leadership styles and emotional intelligence. Good material and activities. Clear, concise and well delivered. Great course - thanks.
A Learner, TechnipFMC
Trainer was very engaging and kept everyone alert by moving the focus. Content was clearly explained and his real world examples and experience assisted extremely well in the course
A Learner, Sulmara
The management development programme was insightful and practical. It strengthened my leadership skills, especially in decision-making and team communication. The case studies and peer discussions were particularly valuable. I feel more confident managing complex situations and leading with clarity. Highly recommended for emerging leaders.
Kettle Produce
Thoroughly enjoyed my 3 days covering all topics. Trainer was fantastic with his knowledge and delivery. The group sessions and exercises were my particular favourite part of the course.
A Learner, Kettle Produce
We wanted our supervisors, wherever they are located, to be able to join a leadership development programme that would leave them motivated, engaged and enthusiastic about their role and working with Fugro. The feedback from supervisors has been superb, with people asking to join the programme, in such high numbers that sometimes we have had to find ways to make sure everyone was accommodated.
Global Leadership & Business Programme Manager, Fugro
We find them very flexible; when we need bespoke programmes delivered, they always find a way to make it happen.
John Clark Motor Group
The training has been of a particularly high standard and all our successful IOSH students have enjoyed the style, pace and professionalism that IED provides.
Binn Group
No project is too big or small for them, and they always provide a first-class service.
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Building a Safer, Stronger Business with MVV

Rizon has been delivering training to MVV for more than 10 years, and what started as a one-off course has evolved into an ongoing training partnership that is helping to create a safer, more skilled and more confident workforce.
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