The launch of phase three of CITB’s new plant training standards will be 18 March 2026.

This will cover Slinger/Signaller, Earthworks and Forklift categories. Please see below for the full list:

Slinger/Signaller

• Slinger/Signaller: All Types, All Duties (revised)

• Slinger/Signaller: All Types, Static Duties

• Slinger/Signaller: Excavator

• Slinger/Signaller: Loader crane, Static Duties

Earthworks

• Wheeled Loading Shovel

• Tracked Loading Shovel

• Crawler Tractor / Dozer

• Skid Steer Loader

Forklift

• Rough Terrain Masted Forklift

• Reach Truck

• Forklift Side Loader

Please note that the ‘Slinger/Signaller – All Types, All Duties’ standard has been reviewed and revised by the industry working group. The learning outcomes, durations and ratios of the standard have been updated to align with the new learning outcomes and durations introduced in the new Slinger/Signaller standards.

CITB and the Plant Sector Representative Organisation (PSRO) have been working together closely to standardise plant training across the construction industry. This has seen the introduction of short-course training standards for plant categories that reflect the increased requirements and responsibilities for plant operators.

Once again, the standards have been developed in collaboration with industry working groups consisting of employers, training providers and federations. The changes will ensure employers see a return on their investment by producing competent, work-ready plant operators, who have received training from experts.

Click here for more information on the new durations and ratios (PDF 138KB).