Course Summary
Learn how to safely and efficiently operate a front shovel and skid steer loader.
On completion of the course you will understand the statutory requirements and the need for safety training. The course covers rated capacities for stability and instability, operating and site safety codes, machine and control familiarisation, daily checks, refueling and simple maintenance, procedures for steering, manoeuvring, load handling, traveling on site, leveling, digging, cleaning up, also vehicle loading and unloading and much more.
Course Objectives: |
To teach the basic skill requirements and associated job safety knowledge to operators of Front Shovel Loaders including articulated types and Skid Steer Loaders, (Bobcats).
Where required, to provide specific job training in both related job safety knowledge and practical skill applications for these types of machines. |
Course Duration: |
Either 3, 2 or 1 day depending on candidates experience and type of machine & application – maximum 3 x candidates per course for basic training (6 if assessment test only). |
Machine Specification: |
Wheeled Front Shovel or Skid Steer Loader |
Course Content: |
Classroom based theory training to inform candidates of the relevant legislation / statutory requirements (HASWA 1974, PUWER 98, LOLER 98 etc), raise awareness of site safety and develop understanding of the vehicles engineering / stability principles including lifting capacities and de-rating required depending on circumstances / application. Practical Demonstration on thorough pre-operational checks prior to putting vehicle into use.
Supervised practical exercises to develop skills in manoeuvring both forwards & reverse over varying terrain including slopes, with & without loads / around obstacles. Loading applicable dumper / tipper lorry with spoil. Supervised practice at building spoil heap on firm level ground. Backfilling excavations leaving area clean & compacted. |
Course Certification:
Course Documentation: |
On successful completion of a theory test consisting of both open and multiple choice questions, and practical assessment using a progressive assessment report, successful candidates will receive a Certificate of Training in Basic Practical Skill and Ability.
Training Records and Nationally recognised & registered Certification (Either ITSSAR or NPORS) with Photo ID Card forwarded to Employer. |
Course Manuals |
Comprehensive Course Manual and Safety Code issued to each candidate. |
Course Location |
On-site at Customers premises or other nominated venue. |
Staff Instructors |
Safe-T-Solutions Instructors involved in presenting this course are qualified and experienced instructors, and are also trained, tested, certificated operators of loading shovels. |
Course Pricing |
£105.00 per day per candidate
(Minimum daily Instructor rate of £250.00) |
For More Details: |
Please note that the full syllabus contains additional information about this course and can be obtained by email using our contact form at www.safe-t-solutions.co.uk |
To Book: |
Call now : 01778 561161
Fax us on: 01778 561161
Email us on:enquiries@safe-t-solutions.co.uk |
All prices quoted are exclusive of VAT
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