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Excavator - New operator

  • 1 Days
  • Maximum 2 Participants
  • Certificate of Completion
Course overview

Excavator

 
 

Course Details

Length: 

  • Blended: Half day
  • Instructor led: Full day
  • Skilled operator practical: 20 – 30 minutes
  • New operator practical: 2 – 3 hours

Certificate: Valid for three years

Prerequisite: None

Cost: Skilled – $225.00. New – $625.00 +gst

Note: Smaller class sizes may result in the student taking the blended theory in our computer lab with the instructor present to monitor and assist the student. Practical components will be taught in-person with the guidance and supervision of the instructor.

Course Outline

The course includes both a theory and practical section.

Topics covered in this course include:
• Related Legislation
• Emergency Actions
• Competency Requirements
• Job Planning and Hazard Assessments
• Safe Operating Procedures
• Prevention of Injuries
• Maintaining Equipment
• Workplace Requirements
• Maintaining Equipment Stability
• Material Handling and Attachments

The practical portion includes demonstrating the ability to safely
maneuver the excavator through a series of obstacles and use the attachment.

Are you a New or Skilled Operator?

Skilled Operator:  has at least 100 hours of recent experience operating an excavator.

The skilled operator will demonstrate their ability to operate the excavator safely and efficiently through a series of driving and operating exercises. Practical assessments take approximately 20-30 minutes.

Skilled operators may complete certification on multiple pieces of equipment on the same day through our Powered Mobile Equipment Program.

  • Skid Steer
  • Lift Trucks (Forklift)
  • Wheel Loader
  • Variable Reach Lift Truck (Zoom Boom)

New Operator: does not have over 100 hours of recent experience operating an excavator. This course is intended for those needing the training required to meet the basic and knowledge to operate an excavator safely.

They will gain about 2-3 hours of operating experience on the equipment; demonstrating their ability to operate it safely and efficiently through a series of driving and operating exercises.

Excavator - New operator
$625 CAD
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8:30 AM – 4:30 PM MDT
4120 101 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 0A5, Canada
Seats Remaining: 2
Provider | Western Canada Fire & First Aid
* Registration closes 24 hours before the course start date
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