Excavator 180°

Course description

This course is designed to train delegates on how to safely operate a 180° excavator, and to provide a thorough understanding of their responsibilities and the actions they should take to maintain a safe working environment.

Who should attend?

Delegates who will be required to operate a 180° excavator in a working environment.

Course content 

• Basic industry understanding, awareness of dangers and responsibilities
• Knowledge of manufacturer’s handbook for the machine
• Locate and identify major components and explain their function
• Locate and identify key controls and explain their function
• Conduct pre-use checks in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines and legislative requirements
• Identify necessary PPE
• Safely mount and dismount the machine
• Prepare excavator for use
• Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
• Operate machine safely and efficiently
• Environmental considerations
• Storage and transport of attachments
• Explain loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation
• Carry out end of shift and shut down procedures

Prerequisites 

No previous experience is required.

Duration 

Novice course duration: 10 days  - maximum ratio: 3:1:1

Refresher course duration: 1 day - maximum ratio: 3:1:1

Experienced worker tests duration: 1 day - maximum ratio: 4:1:1

Cost 

Please contact GTG for pricing breakdown.