Professional Front Loaders Course

OBJECTIVES

This course is designed for both new and experienced operators. This program will discuss topics relating to the safe use and operation of front-end loaders. The practical component of this program is conducted at the client location and instructs participants on the use of front-end loaders at their facility. Upon successful completion of the theoretical and practical evaluations, a wallet card.

CONTENT

• Interpret Construction Survey Specifications
• Introduction to Equipment Systems
• Introduction to Heavy Equipment Operator Program
• Introduction to the Knowledge and Use of Heavy Equipment
• Preventative Maintenance Procedures
• Performing of Pre-Shift Inspection
• Relevant Provincial and Federal Legislation
• Pedestrian Awareness
• Stability Principles: Front End Loader Design and Operation
• Operation of Equipment
• Parts Of a Front-End Loader/Pre-Shift Inspection

FOR WHOM:

Forklift & Crane Operators, Mechanics & Engineers, Safety Officers and other who perform related functions.

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

The training methodology combines lectures, discussions, group exercises and illustrations. Participants will gain both theoretical and practical knowledge of the topics. The emphasis is on the practical application of the topics and as a result participant will go back to the workplace with both the ability and the confidence to apply the techniques learned to their duties.