

BULLDOZER TRAINING COURSE OUTLINE
SUBJECT & LEARNING OUTCOMES
This module will provide you with the basic skills, knowledge and information to safely operate a Bulldozer.
Participants will be able to:
- Drive and operate a Bulldozer safely to the RIIMPO323A Conduct Civil Construction Dozer Operations level
- Safe Operation of the Bulldozer
- Construction Terminology
- Control Functions
- Machine Components
- Start-up and Shut-down Procedures
- Operating Procedures
- Use of the blade
- Slot dozing
- Levelling
- Boxing out
- Backfilling and spreading heaps
- Drain construction
- Ripping techniques
- Clearing and stacking timber
- Transport the machine
COURSE DETAILS
- Introduction and Legislation
- OHS Regulations and Act
- Inspection of equipment
- Plan & prepare operations
- Inspect & prepare work area
- Equipment & attachments
- Pre-start checks
- Operating techniques
- Response to hazards and emergency situations
- Operational maintenance
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
- 4 hours for experienced operators, assessment* only, must supply work history
* Assessments conducted on site
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.
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