This skid steer program will introduce a student to safe work procedures involved with operating skid steer loaders. Some of the subjects covered include:
1. Safety Guidelines and Safety Hazards
2. Skid Steer Loader Operations
3. Transporting and Securing Loads
During the program a student will learn how to safely operate a skid steer loader, while ensuring they are competent at securing cargo, transporting heavy equipment, in addition to becoming well versed at estimating loader production.
Skid Steer Loader Course Structure:
The course will consist of hands on training and a written practical exam. Students will be graded on their ability to perform the following tasks:
1. Inspecting the work site for hazards
2. Daily inspection of the Skid Steer Loader
3. Safe and proper operation of the machine
4. Successful completion of the written examination
The entire course will take between 8-16 hours depending on your current experience level. For experienced operators, the course will take 8 hours. For novice operators the course will take 16 hours.
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2) SKID STEER LOADER: RE-QUALIFICATION TRAINING
In order to ensure that you stay up-to-date with the current regulations and safety standards, we offer a comprehensive re-qualification course. The Skid Steer Re-Qualification course will take between 4 and 5 hours to complete.
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3) SKID STEER LOADER: IN-HOUSE INSTRUCTOR TRAINING
Once a student completes the Skid Steer Loader Instructor Program he/she will be able to effectively train his/her own corporate employees. The course covers a wide range of topics!
includi
ng:
A) National and Provincial Safety Standards
B) Theory
C) Hands-on Instruction
D) Functions and Controls of the Machine
E) Steering and Maneuverability of the Machine
F) Skid Steer Inspection
G) Safe Load Handling Techniques
H) Principles of Stability
The course will take roughly 16 hours (2 days) to complete.