This course should be done by employees who are responsible for operating a front end loader in the workplace and who require refresher (re-certification) training.
WHY IS THIS TRAINING IMPORTANT?
This course provides evidence that persons who operate a front end loader in the workplace have been trained and are competent to do so. Attendees will be able to conduct front end loader activities in the required and safe manner.
BASIC COURSE CONTENTS
This course includes the following important aspects;
Mechanical appreciation: Including, front end loader components, identifying them and explaining their functions.
Pre-operating Inspection: Including, checking the operational fitness of components and functionality.
Maintaining a Logbook: Including, the logbook and the accident report.
Operator Controls: Including, front end loader operating and lifting controls and different warning systems on the front end loader.
Safety: Including, pre-operating safety precautions, start-up safety precautions, shut-down safety precautions and operating safety precautions, the relationship between load and stability of a front end loader, protective clothing and general housekeeping.
Manoeuvring: Including, manoeuvring the front end loader and parking the front end loader.
Loading and Off-loading: Including, loading of different vehicle types.
COURSE DETAILS
The course duration is one (1) day.
Training can be conducted:
On-site: for a minimum of four (4) attendees per group. A front end loader should be available for practical sessions.
The course programme includes facilitator presentations, readings, individual activities, group discussions and skill application exercises. All learners are encouraged to participate and apply themselves from the first day so that their learning will be interactive and stimulating and their training can be effective and useful to them.
COURSE COSTING
The cost displayed is per person for the course duration.
BENEFITS OF THE TRAINING
Attendees who are determined to be competent will be able to:
Demonstrate how to operate and work with a front end loader in the safest and most competent way possible.
Understand and explain the principles the machine works on.
Operate equipment in accordance with laid down organizational and legislative standards and procedures as well as manufacturers guidelines.
Perform pre-check and operational checks, operating and securing of the front end loader.
TRAINING OUTCOME
Successful attendees will receive a certificate of competence to operate a front end loader.
ACCREDITATION
The course is accredited by the Transport Education Training Authority (TETA).
Front end loader training (Re-certification) is aligned to the registered unit standard, ID 262747 (Unit Standard Level 2) with 12 credits. Attendees will be assessed against the outcomes of the unit standards by completing a knowledge assignment that covers the essential embedded knowledge stipulated in the unit standards, and by compiling a portfolio of evidence that provides proof of your ability to apply the learning to your work situation.
