RIIMPO208A - Operate Support Equipment (Backhoe Loader)
or
RIIMPO319A - Conduct Backhoe/Loader Operations

These units cover the conducting of backhoe/loader operations in the mining and extractive and civil construction industry.  They include: 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; and cleaning up.

Course Content:

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

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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