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Course Type:  Equipment operating

Course Purpose

This course is for a student whom has zero or minimal experience operating a Skidsteer.

Also known as a "bobcat".

Skill Level:  Novice Operator

Training Method:  In person.

Class Size:  2 - 8 students

Training Duration:  6 - 8 hours (depending on student's skill and knowledge).

Training Locations

Vancouver Region:  In person training at the customer's workplace.

Customer Requirements

Customer supplied equipment and load for practical lessons.

Student Requirements

1. Be the minimum age for the worksite.
   
2. Wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (provided by student):
1. PPE as per the training location requirements.
2. Safety boots, hard hat, high visibility vest/jacket/overall.

Course Literature

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Training Certification

Digital training card as proof of training, includes hyperlinked class photos and course material. Valid for 3 years. 

Bonus for Large Employers (50+ students)

Access to OOSHEW's robust training database (training records from your employees and your subcontractors).

Course Price

Private Group Class: $1,500.00 (minimum charge of 6 students)

Additional Students: $250.00 per student

Extra Costs: Out of town travel when applicable.

Theory Lessons

1. Reference to applicable OHS Regulations (Federal, Provincial).
2. Reference to applicable CSA Standards.
3. Reference to Ground Disturbance.
4. Operator responsibilities.
5. Manufacturer specifications for the equipment being trained on.
6. Hazard and Risk Assessment for operating the equipment safely in the workplace.
7. Safe operating procedures.
8. Hand signals and working with a spotter.
9. Equipment purpose and limitations.
10. Equipment stability.
11. Equipment preventive maintenance practices.
12. Equipment inspection criteria.
13. Equipment transport.

Documentation Lessons

1. Completing a Hazard & Risk Assessment.
2. Completing a pre-use inspection report.

Practical Lessons

1. Inspecting the Skidsteer and surrounding work area.
2. Safe load securement (when using pallet forks).
3. Safe grading practices (when using shovel).
4. Operating the Skidsteer and communicating with a spotter.
5. Attaching and removing lifting accessories.
6. Replacing a propane cylinder (if equipped).
7. Fuelling the equipment (if equipped - diesel, gasoline).

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