EFNARC nozzle operator training

Shotcrete basics and practical training for nozzle operators

The nozzle operator is ultimately responsible for the quality of sprayed concrete. In the interest of the contractor, he operates and maintains the equipment and ensures safety at the workplace. EFNARC has recognized the importance of trainings for nozzle operator and has developed an internationally recognized certification and training scheme.

The Nozzle Operator Certification Scheme with recognised EFNARC Examiners was introduced in 2009. In view of the rapid development of modern robotic application equipment and new concrete technology, the need for education and training has increased.

With the EFNARC Nozzle Operator Certificate, a standardized quality framework for training and assessment was created, combining theory and practice with Virtual Reality (VR) simulator technology.

The Nozzle Operator Certificate is obtained after attending and passing the course and handing in proof of minimum 40 days robotic spraying experience. Inexperienced operators will be able to attend the course and come back to do the assessment once they can prove the required spraying experience.

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Why should your company send employees to the Nozzle operator training at Hagerbach?

A course participant is using the Spray Concrete VR goggle software to train
  • Wet and robotic spraying is safer for your employees. Using a controller, employees have a safe distance from the spraying area and are less likely to come into contact with rebound and dust.
  • Spray training at our site simulates the real working environment in the tunnel. Other training courses that take place outdoors are too far removed from reality.
  • The training in the Hagerbach Test Gallery helps your employees to become more efficient. The result is less material waste caused by rebound and overspray.
  • Better application technique leads to good quality and higher building safety.
  • When acquiring international business, the internationally recognised certificate can help you to win the contract.
  • The good mix of practice and theory gives the course participants an "all round knowlege" to understand the different aspects of shotcrete technology.
  • For Switzerland: Companies with Parifond membership are entitled to a 50% refund of the course costs.

Next dates

  • Monday 11th till Friday 15th November 2024 (Lessons given in German)
  • Monday 25th till Friday 29th November 2024 (Lessons given in Italian)

Additionally, the course can be booked at any time with a minimum attandance of 2 persons as we have the simulator permanently on premises now.

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Program

MODULE 1 – THEORY SESSION

The course includes classroom theory during a full day. The theory involves both basic and advanced theory (concrete and spraying technology, application, surface and curing, testing and HSE).


MODULE 2 – THEORY EXAM

Each course participant individually completes a theory exam online which includes 30 multiple-choice questions.


MODULE 3 – TRAINING AND ASSESSMENT IN VIRTUAL REALITY (VR)

The participants go through 10 pre-defined scenarios and assessments on VR-simulators.


MODULE 4 – WORK EXPERIENCE

The course participant hands in a document showing minimum 40 days of spraying experience. The experience can be gained prior to or after the course, but only those with experience will go through the last day of the course and perform the assessment.


MODULE 5 – ASSESSMENT

Practical assessment of each participant with a real spraying robot. This module is performed on day 5 of the course for participants that have handed in the work experience documents. Novice operators will do module 5 at a later stage (most probably on their own site).

Information

Providers of this EFNARC course are:

  • CAMPUS SURSEE (Swiss training centre for construction experts)
  • CUC (Centre for Geotechnics and Underground Construction)

Educators:

  • Certified EFNARC examiners and instructors

Course Fee: (incl. GST/VAT)

  • CHF 4'945 without lodging
  • CHF 5'445 with lodging
  • Parifond members are entitled to a refund of 50% of the course costs.
  • The costs include lunch, drinks during breaks and conference documents.

Venue:

  • Hagerbach Test Gallery Ltd., Polistrasse 1, CH-8893 Flums Hochwiese

Registration:

  • Please register using the form below, latest two weeks prior to the course.

Payment:

  • The payment of the course fee will be made to CUC according to the details on the invoice and must be made before the start of the course.

Cancellation:

  • Reimbursement in case of written cancellation by participant:
  • 100% - 0-21 days before training
  • 75% - 21-28 days before training
  • 50% - 28-60 days before training
  • 25% - over 61 days before training
  • Refunds will not be issued for missed training sessions or no-shows.
  • If there are too few applications, the course will be postponed. Three weeks’ notice will be given if this is the case.

Proof of qualification:

  • Participants with proof of 40 days spraying experience and successfully concluded course will receive proof of qualification (EFNARC Certificate) with international recognition (ITA endorsed) at the end of course.
  • For inexperienced nozzle operator who have passed Module 1-3, can come back once to do Module 5 once they can prove the required spraying experience of min. 40 days. • Alternatively, they may agree with the Examiner to carry out the assessment directly on site once the necessary experience has been gained.
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