BACKHOE TRAINING COURSE OUTLINE

SUBJECT & LEARNING OUTCOMES

This module will provide you with the basic skills, knowledge and information to safely operate an Excavator.
Participants will be able to:

• Drive and operate a Excavator safely to the RIIMPO319A - Conduct Backhoe/Loader Operations level
• Planning and preparing
• Conducting machine pre-operational checks
• Operating backhoe/ loaders
• Lifting, carrying and placing materials
• Selecting, removing and fitting attachments
• Carrying out machine operator maintenance
• Cleaning up

COURSE DETAILS

• Introduction
• Relevant Australian Standards, Legislation and Regulations
• OHS policy
• Codes of Practice
• Manufacturers’ specifications and instructions
• Risk assessment and hazards site
• Backhoe and loader attachments
• Conduct routine checks and plan work
• Safe Operations
• Shift load
• Shut down equipment and secure

The following conditions are not requirements for our course but do apply to most construction & mine sites:

• "HR" Class Licence
• Drug & Alcohol test (at point of interview)
• Police Clearance

Training conditions are simulated to a mining/civil work environment in which:

• Steel capped safety footwear and suitable clothing are essential
• Sunscreen is advisable
• Hardhats and vests are provided
• Course manual, notepads, etc are provided

Assessment methods are of written, theory and practical observation. Therefore if you have any literacy problems please advise ACMT Operator Training Staff at the point of Application.

Favourable assessment outcomes from this training result in a Statement of Attainment.

COURSE DURATION

• 3 day for training and assessment (No Experience Required)
• 4 hours for experienced operators, assessment only, must supply work history

CERTIFICATION

On successful completion you will be issued with a Notice of Satisfactory Assessment (SafeWork SA), Statement of Attainment and a wallet sized plastic card stating the unit achieved.