The Objectives of the Course is to:

By the end of the course the operator should be able to:

• Carry out pre-start inspection.
• Operate safely under varying site conditions.
• Carry out minor adjustments and routine service.
• Demonstrate an understanding of responsibilities under relevant legislation.
• Operate machine safely and correctly in accordance with manufacturers’ manual and instructions and accepted good practice.

Course Summary

• Introduction to machine
• Relevant regulations/legislation
• Pre-start inspections/maintenance
• Controls and instruments
• Form stockpiles
• Slot dozing
• Levelling
• Incline work
• Optimum doze range
• Excavate/sidecast and spread material
• Re-instatement
• Feathering out
• Edge work (including coming off)
• Road coal (if applicable)
• Road hopper (if applicable)