Heavy Equipment Operator
This training program provides operators of heavy construction machinery such as excavators, tractors, front end loaders and bulldozers with the technical knowledge required to safely operate and master these powerful machines with key skills training. 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.
Course Content
This training program provides operators of heavy construction machinery such as excavators, tractors, front end loaders and bulldozers with the technical knowledge required to safely operate and master these powerful machines with key skills training. 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.
Course Content
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Introduction to Heavy Equipment Operations
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Dimensions
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Stability
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Universal forces & principles
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Machine Control
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Mental Requirements
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Machine Controls
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Hydraulics
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Brakes
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Safety
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Safety Procedures
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Excavations
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Accident Prevention & Worker Safety
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Maintenance
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Machine Components and Systems
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Fuel and Lubricant
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Pre-start and shut down Procedures
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Utilities
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Pipe Detections
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Pipe Breakage
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Operation around utilities
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Techniques
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Grading & Compaction
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Trenching
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Cribbing
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Demolition
Course Details
Duration
Target Audience
The course is completed in 2 days.
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Heavy Equipment Operators
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Mechanics
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Supervisors
Certification
On successful completion of this course participants will receive a Certificate of Completion. It is recommended that this certificate be renewed every 3 years.