Skid Steer & Mini-Excavator

Many construction workers require skid steer and mini excavator operator training, while others will only need one or the other. This combo program encompasses both machines. The elimination of duplicate information and worksheets from the existing programs will allow the time necessary to complete both in two days. This program will use the most current skid steer and mini excavator operator participant manuals along with a combo PowerPoint, instructor’s notes and worksheets. This program is delivered over two days. The first day is six-hours in-class theory and the second day consists of up to three hours of practicum per participant. An additional hour is added on the second day to allow a demonstration of an inspection and safe operation of both machines. The three hours per participant is an approximate. Some may require less time while others may require additional time. The instructor will record completed tasks on the evaluation sheets. This program is designed for veteran or novice operators. Note: The two evaluation forms are printed in triplicate on carbonless paper, and when completed the operator gets the pink, the employer or union receives the yellow and the white copy is returned to WHSC. There will be two inspection and two operator evaluation forms per participant. Module 1 Is divided into three sessions that will introduce the participants to the types of skid steers and mini excavators available and their characteristics. Includes a look at equipment specification tables and their role in calculating the rated capacity to avoid stability hazards. Classroom discussions will look at the centre of gravity and its relationship to stability. Module 2 Is one session that will explain workplace hazards and the hazard categories. The PowerPoint presentation contains many graphics to help illustrate hazards and their controls. Two videos will demonstrate the hazard of hitting underground utilities and the other on trench cave-in hazard. Module 3 Is divided into three sessions containing information on the responsibilities of a mini excavator operator as it relates to operation of the equipment. Informative graphics and diagrams on the control systems and how to operate the controls. Video will demonstrate safe use, inspection, use and transportation of the skid steer and mini excavator. The third session of module three is the practicum demonstrations.