To provide knowledge and understanding in the following areas:
- Gaining a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and responsibilities as a plant operator.
- Learning a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used.
- Being able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions.
- Being able to locate and identify steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions.
- Identifying and maintaining PPE appropriate for Excavator use.
- Conducting all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements.
- Safely mounting and dismounting the machine.
- Starting and stopping the engine and safely moving the machine off and stopping it safely.
- Configuring the machine for travel and manoeuvring it safely across varying terrain in open and confined areas.
- Conducting all necessary safety checks at the work area.
- Manoeuvring the machine to the work area and correctly configuring in readiness to carry out excavating tasks.
- Carrying out excavating tasks
- Loading material onto transporting vehicles or into containers.
- Reinstating excavation, grade and level ground
- Fitting and removing attachments.
- Carrying out all end of shift and shut down procedures.