Skidsteer
Description
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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
- Be the minimum age for the worksite.
- Wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (provided by student):
- PPE as per the training location requirements.
- Safety boots, hard hat, high visibility vest/jacket/overall.
Course Literature
Web based with rich multimedia information. Accessible on desktop computer or an Apple and Android mobile device. Start by setting up a free account, Click Here to Get the Mobile App
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
- Reference to applicable OHS Regulations (Federal, Provincial).
- Reference to applicable CSA Standards.
- Reference to Ground Disturbance.
- Operator responsibilities.
- Manufacturer specifications for the equipment being trained on.
- Hazard and Risk Assessment for operating the equipment safely in the workplace.
- Safe operating procedures.
- Hand signals and working with a spotter.
- Equipment purpose and limitations.
- Equipment stability.
- Equipment preventive maintenance practices.
- Equipment inspection criteria.
- Equipment transport.
Documentation Lessons
- Completing a Hazard & Risk Assessment.
- Completing a pre-use inspection report.
Practical Lessons
- Inspecting the Skidsteer and surrounding work area.
- Safe load securement (when using pallet forks).
- Safe grading practices (when using shovel).
- Operating the Skidsteer and communicating with a spotter.
- Attaching and removing lifting accessories.
- Replacing a propane cylinder (if equipped).
- Fuelling the equipment (if equipped - diesel, gasoline).
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