This unit covers conducting skid steer loader operations in the civil construction, resources and infrastructure industries.  It includes: planning and preparing; conducting machine pre-operational checks; operating skid steer loaders; lifting, carrying and placing materials; selecting, removing and fitting attachments; carrying out machine operator maintenance; and cleaning up.

Course Content:

• Introduction and Legislation
• OHS Regulations and Act
• Safety requirements and environmental protection
• Plan & prepare operations
• Operation techniques
• Inspect & prepare work area
• Machine inspections and fault finding 
• Pre-start checks
• Communication practices
• Monitoring and alarm systems
• Response to hazards and emergency situations
• Operational routine maintenance and servicing

Course Pre-requisites:

• Read and write English to a basic level
• Have the necessary health and fitness to carry out the work safely  
  

Assessments:

• Written Assessment
• Practical Assessment

Duration:

• 1 day for training and assessment
• 3 - 4 hours for experienced operators, assessment only, must supply work history

Certification:

On successful completion you will be issued with a Statement of Attainment and a wallet sized plastic card stating the unit achieved.

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