360° Excavator Course - 3-5 tonnes

Course RTW142

Aims

To provide training and assessment in the safe and efficient operation of tracked excavators (360°) 3 - 5 tonnes.

This course meets the statutory requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, and other relevant statutory provisions and Approved Codes of Practice.

Objectives:

On successful completion the participant will be able to:-

• Be aware of the Statutory Requirements
• Knowledgeable in Site Safety Awareness
• Knowledgeable in the Operators Safety Code
• Be aware of road & site travelling procedures

Course Content

• Introduction to the Machine
• Control Familiarisation
• Pre-Start Checks & Basic Maintenance Procedures
• Basic Driving Procedures & Practice
• Use of Hydraulic Controls
• Parking at End of Shift Procedures/ Practice
• Road & Site Travelling Procedures/Practice
• Excavating & Digging Procedures/Practice
• Trenching Procedures/Practice
• Backfilling Procedures/Practice
• Site Levelling & Ground Consolidation Procedures/Practice
• Practical Tests
• Theory Tests
• Feedback

Course Duration

• 3 Novices - 5 days
• 4 Existing operators - 2 Days
• 3 Certified Refreshers - 1 day

(Please note: For refresher or re-registration proof of experience or training must be provided)

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