Heavy Equipment Operator Training

Program Overview

This training program provides operators of heavy construction machinery with the technical knowledge required to safely operate and master these powerful machines with key skills trainings. The program is applicable to companies who want to increase the skill set of their operators or individuals wanting to enter the dynamic field of Heavy Equipment Operations. At the end of the program participants will be exposed to various machines such as the bulldozer, excavator, front end loader or the backhoe.

Course Content

The program is designed to ensure that participants cover the full scope of Heavy Equipment Operations.  At the end of the program the following aspects of would have been covered:

·         Introduction to Heavy Equipment Operations

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  • Dimensions
  • Stability
  • Universal forces & principles

·         Machine Control

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  • Mental Requirements
  • Machine Controls
  • Hydraulics
  • Brakes

·         Safety

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  • Safety Procedures
  • Excavations
  • Accident Prevention & Worker Safety

·         Maintenance

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  • Machine Components and Systems
  • Fuel and Lubricant
  • Pre-start and shut down Procedures

·         Utilities

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  • Pipe Detections
  • Pipe Breakage
  • Operation around utilities

·         Techniques

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  • Grading & Compaction
  • Trenching
  • Cribbing
  • Demolition

·         Evaluation

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  • Written Exam
  • Practical Test

Course Duration

The course is completed in 24 contact hours.

Target Group

• Heavy Equipment Operators
• Mechanics
• Supervisors
  
  

Certification

This course has been developed by Jaric Environment Safety and Health Services.  On successful completion of this course participants will receive a Certificate Jaric.

Cost

$4,025.00 Vat inclusive