COURSE INFORMATION
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Operator Training Solutions Ltd
Unit 14 West Moor Park Networkcentre Yorkshire Way Armthorpe
Doncaster South Yorkshire DN3 3GW Tel: 01302 830 050
E-mail: enquiries@operatortrainingsolutions.co.uk
360° Excavator – Standard Reach Mini Micro Medium; Tracked/Wheeled
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a 3600 Excavator
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate 3600 Excavator within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out.
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
- Safe operating practices (company mobile plant rules if on customer premises),
including evasive action-roll-over measures
- Daily and weekly maintenance schedules
- Identification of components
- Pre-shift checks and fault recording
- Start-up procedures
- Factors affecting stability
- Motive and hydraulic controls
- Manoeuvring in open and confined areas
- Travelling over different types of terrain including inclines
- Excavation principles
- Working on stock-piles/side casting/forming edge protection/forming ramps and
work platforms
- Loading hoppers
- Loading production machinery/transport vehicles
- Trenching principles/reinstatement/working with a banksman/weather conditions
- General levelling and grading
- Batter formation (if applicable)
- Identification and changing of attachments
- Re-fuelling
- Parking and post-stop checks
- Travelling on the public highway
- Loading and unloading from a transporter (if applicable)
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98.
- Machine stability and limitations
- Causes of accidents; risks associated with mobile plant
- Safe operating practices/understanding the operators handbook
- Pre-start checks, start-up procedures and safety checks
- Daily and weekly maintenance requirements
- Risk assessment/permit to work procedures/hazards associated with underground
and overhead services
- Excavation principles
- Loading techniques
- Backfilling, grading, spreading and levelling of materials
- Identification of attachments particularly quick-hitch systems – safe removal and re-
attachment
- Effects of differing weather conditions
- Lifting limitations
- Safe parking, re-fuelling and post-stop checks
- Safe loading and unloading procedures from a transporter (if applicable)
- Requirements for travelling on the public highway
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Carry out pre-start safety checks and start up procedures
- Manoeuvre and operate the vehicle correctly within the manufacturer’s
recommendations and to the operator’s safety code
- Travel safely about site including inclines
- Manoeuvre accurately within confined spaces
- Follow safe operational procedures for excavation and extraction
- Work safely on stock-piles
- Load production machine and/or transport vehicles
- Backfill, grade, spread and level materials
- Correctly identify hitching systems and follow safe procedures for removal and re-
attachment
- Safely load and unload from a transporter (if applicable)
- Correctly park, shut-down and secure the vehicle
- Carry out a post-stop inspection
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary.
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Machine: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Up to 10 Days 3 Days
2 Days
Note: Due to the wide application of this type of machine course durations will be adjusted to suit
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
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Operator Training Solutions Ltd
Unit 14 West Moor Park Networkcentre Yorkshire Way Armthorpe
Doncaster South Yorkshire DN3 3GW Tel: 01302 830 050
E-mail: enquiries@operatortrainingsolutions.co.uk
Pallet, Stillage, Low Lift Platform, Low Lift Order Picking
& Pedestrian Reach Trucks A1 A2 Z1 Z2 Z3 Z4
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a pallet truck
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate Pallet, Stillage, Low Lift Platform, Low Lift Order Picking & Pedestrian Reach Trucks within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER
- Operators Safety Code
- Battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Motive controls
- Hydraulic controls
- Manoeuvring in open and confined areas
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
- Operators safety code
- Battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to carry out:
- Operate the truck safely and efficiently in open and confined areas
- Carry out pre-use checks to ensure the equipment is in a safe condition
- Carry out battery maintenance and charging procedures
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary
Course Durations
Duration:
Rider
Novice Operator Experienced Operator Refresh & Test
Pedestrian/Manual Novice Operator Experienced Operator Refresh & Test
1 Day 1⁄2 Day 1⁄2 Day
1 Day 1⁄2 Day 1⁄2 Day
Ratio: 1 Pallet Truck: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
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Operator Training Solutions Ltd
Unit 14 West Moor Park Networkcentre Yorkshire Way Armthorpe
Doncaster South Yorkshire DN3 3GW Tel: 01302 830 050
E-mail: enquiries@operatortrainingsolutions.co.uk
Pedestrian, Straddle Pallet & Rider Pallet Stackers A3 A4 A5 A6 A7
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a Pedestrian, Straddle Pallet & Rider Pallet Stackers
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate Pedestrian, Straddle Pallet & Rider Pallet Stackers within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act, 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
- Operators Safety Code
- Battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Motive controls
- Hydraulic controls
- Manoeuvring in open and confined areas
- Stacking at different levels
- De-stacking with laden and unladen pallets
- Lorry loading and unloading
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act, 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
- Operators safety code
- Battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Stacking and de-stacking in open and confined areas
- Lorry loading and unloading
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Drive and operate the lift truck safely and efficiently
- Stack and de-stack at various levels in a safe and competent manner
- Carry out pre-use checks to ensure the equipment is in a safe condition
- Carry out battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Load and unload vehicles
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Machine: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
3 days 1 day 1 day
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
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Operator Training Solutions Ltd
Unit 14 West Moor Park Networkcentre Yorkshire Way Armthorpe
Doncaster South Yorkshire DN3 3GW Tel: 01302 830 050
E-mail: enquiries@operatortrainingsolutions.co.uk
Counterbalance, Reach & Container Handling Trucks A8 B1 B2 B3 D1 D2 G2
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a lift truck
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate a lift truck within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
- Operators Safety Code
- Battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Diesel LPG refuelling
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Motive controls
- Hydraulic controls
- Manoeuvring in open and confined areas
- Stacking at different levels
- De-stacking with laden and unladen pallets
- Lorry loading and unloading
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98.
- Operators safety code
- Battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Diesel LPG refuelling
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Stacking and de-stacking in open and confined areas
- Lorry loading and unloading
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to carry out:
- Drive and operate the lift truck safely and efficiently
- Stack and de-stack at various levels in a safe and competent manner
- Carry out pre-use checks to ensure the equipment is in a safe condition
- Carry out battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Carry out diesel, LPG refuelling
- Load and unload vehicle
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary
Course Durations
Novice Operator
Experienced Operator
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Machine: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
5 Days 3 Days 1 Day
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Operator Training Solutions Ltd
Unit 14 West Moor Park Networkcentre Yorkshire Way Armthorpe
Doncaster South Yorkshire DN3 3GW Tel: 01302 830 050
E-mail: enquiries@operatortrainingsolutions.co.uk
Abrasive Wheels
Course Overview
To provide an understanding of the Abrasive Wheels Regulations as amended by the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998, instructing delegates in all aspects of the correct mounting, setting and use of Abrasive Wheels.
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate abrasive wheels and grinding machines within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out
Course Content
The course will comprise of theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 & PUWER 98
- Operators safety code
- Pre-use checks
- Correct PPE selection & use
- Storage and handling of abrasive wheels
- Examination and testing of wheels for damage
- Removal of wheels selection (including marking system), testing & mounting of new
wheel, and spindle speeds
- Resetting rests & guards
- Correct techniques relative to the working environment
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98.
- Operators safety code
- Abrasive types
- Marking system
- Pre-use checks
- Spindle speeds
- Setting of guards
- PPE
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to carry out:
- Pre-use checks
- Identification of wheels
- Wheel removal
- Spindle speeds
- Re-setting wheel
- Adjusting guards/work rests
- Safe use
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary
Course Durations
Maximum 6 delegates 1day
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
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Operator Training Solutions Ltd
Unit 14 West Moor Park Networkcentre Yorkshire Way Armthorpe
Doncaster South Yorkshire DN3 3GW Tel: 01302 830 050
E-mail: enquiries@operatortrainingsolutions.co.uk
Articulated Dump Truck
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a rear tipping articulated dump truck.
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate a rear tipping Articulated Dump Truck within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out.
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974)
- Safe operator practices (Company Mobile Plant Rules if on customer premises)
- Daily and weekly maintenance schedules
- Identification of components and pre-start checks
- Start-up procedures
- Factors affecting stability
- Motive and hydraulic controls
- Manoeuvring in open and confined spaces (level and rough terrain)
- Loading and tipping procedures
- Travelling on haulage routes (laden and unladen)
- Travelling on inclines (laden and unladen)
- Discharging into production hoppers
- Working on stock-piles
- Banksman signalling
- Re-fuelling procedures
- Parking and post-stop checks
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98.
- Understanding machine stability and limitations
- Causes of accidents; risks associated with mobile plant
- Safe operator practices including working near overhead power lines
- Pre-start checks, start-up procedures and safety checks
- Daily and weekly maintenance requirements
- Safe loading, discharge and travelling of materials (including inclines)
- Banksman signalling
- Safe parking, re-fuelling and post-stop checks
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Pre-use safety checks and start-up procedures
- The ability to manoeuvre and operate the vehicle correctly within the
manufacturer’s recommendations and to the operator’s safety code (both laden and
unladen)
- Correctly and safely receive materials from the loader
- Travel safely about site
- Discharge materials correctly and safely ranging from ground level, on raised stock-
piles and also into production hoppers
- Operate in both open and confined spaces and on level, rough terrain and inclines
- Operate safely to banksman instructions
- Correctly park, shut-down and secure the vehicle
- Carry out a post-stop inspection
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary.
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Machine: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
5 Days 3 Days 1 Day
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
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Operator Training Solutions Ltd
Unit 14 West Moor Park Networkcentre Yorkshire Way Armthorpe
Doncaster South Yorkshire DN3 3GW Tel: 01302 830 050
E-mail: enquiries@operatortrainingsolutions.co.uk
Rider Operated Industrial Sideloader Lift Truck C1 C2 C3 G3 M
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a Rider Operated Industrial Sideloader Lift Truck
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate Rider Operated Industrial Sideloader Lift Truck within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out
Course Content
The course will provide theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
- Operators Safety Code
- Daily inspection
- Hydraulic systems
- Safe operating practices
- Engineering principles
- Starting, stopping, steering & simple manoeuvring
- Operation of hydraulic controls, weight assessment and handling laden and unladen
pallets
- Vehicle loading and unloading
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- The Health & Safety at Work Act, 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
- Operators Safety Code and practices
- Daily inspection procedures
- Hydraulic systems and engineering principles
- Assessment of weights
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Carry out daily inspections including battery care
- Operate a Sideloader truck safely complying with the operator’s safety code
- Load and unload vehicles safely and stack load correctly
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
5 Days 3 Days 1 Day
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Sideloader: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
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Unit 14 West Moor Park Networkcentre Yorkshire Way Armthorpe
Doncaster South Yorkshire DN3 3GW Tel: 01302 830 050
E-mail: enquiries@operatortrainingsolutions.co.uk
Very Narrow Aisle Stacking Trucks Operator-Up F1
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a Very Narrow Aisle Operator-Up Truck.
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate Rider Operated Industrial Sideloader Lift Truck within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act, 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
- Operators Safety Code
- Battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Motive controls
- Hydraulic controls
- Manoeuvring in open and confined areas including entry & aisle safety procedures
- Stacking at different levels
- De-stacking with laden and unladen pallets
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
- Operators safety code
- Battery charging and maintenance procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Stacking and de-stacking in open areas and the confines of a very narrow aisle
- The knowledge of abseil requirements
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Drive and operate the lift truck safely and efficiently
- Stack and de-stack at various levels in a safe and competent manner
- Carry out pre-shift checks to ensure the equipment is in a safe condition
- Carry out battery charging and maintenance procedures
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresher & Test
Ratio: 1 Very Narrow Aisle Truck: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
5 Days 3 Days 1 Day
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Operator Training Solutions Ltd
Unit 14 West Moor Park Networkcentre Yorkshire Way Armthorpe
Doncaster South Yorkshire DN3 3GW Tel: 01302 830 050
E-mail: enquiries@operatortrainingsolutions.co.uk
Very Narrow Aisle Stacking Trucks Operator-Down F2
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a Very Narrow Aisle Operator Down Truck.
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate Very Narrow Aisle Operator Down Lift Truck within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act, 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
- Operators Safety Code
- Battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Motive controls
- Hydraulic controls
- Manoeuvring in open and confined areas including entry & aisle safety procedures
- Stacking at different levels
- De-stacking with laden
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
- Operators safety code
- Battery charging and maintenance procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Stacking and de-stacking in open areas and the confines of a very narrow aisle Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Drive and operate the lift truck safely and efficiently
- Stack and de-stack at various levels in a safe and competent manner
- Carry out pre-shift checks to ensure the equipment is in a safe condition
- Carry out battery charging and maintenance procedures
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresher & Test
Ratio: 1 Very Narrow Aisle Truck: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
5 Days 3 Days 1 Day
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Operator Training Solutions Ltd
Unit 14 West Moor Park Networkcentre Yorkshire Way Armthorpe
Doncaster South Yorkshire DN3 3GW Tel: 01302 830 050
E-mail: enquiries@operatortrainingsolutions.co.uk
Industrial Variable Reach Lift Trucks J4
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate an industrial variable reach lift truck.
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate an industrial variable reach lift truck within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out.
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98.
- Operators safety code
- Battery maintenance charging and refuelling procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Motive controls
- Hydraulic controls
- Manoeuvring in open and confined areas (level; inclines; rough terrain (where
applicable)
- Stacking at different levels in open and confined areas
- De-stacking with laden and unladen pallets
- Load weight assessment and load moment indicator
- Safe use of attachments (if applicable)
- Lorry loading and unloading
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98.
- Operators safety code
- Battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Stacking and de-stacking in open and confined areas
- Load weight assessment and load moment indicators
- Lorry loading and unloading
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Drive and operate the lift truck safely and efficiently
- Stack and de-stack at various levels in a safe manner in open and confined areas
- Carry out pre-use checks to ensure the equipment is in a safe condition
- Carry out battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Load and unload vehicles
- Operate safely on various ground conditions
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary.
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Machine: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
5 Days 3 Days 1 Day
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
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Unit 14 West Moor Park Networkcentre Yorkshire Way Armthorpe
Doncaster South Yorkshire DN3 3GW Tel: 01302 830 050
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Rough Terrain Rotary Telescopic Machines J6 J7
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely drive and operate rough terrain rotary telescopic machines.
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate a rough terrain rotary telescopic machine within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out.
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98.
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability & mobility
- Motive controls
- Hydraulic controls
- Manoeuvring in open and confined areas
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98.
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability & mobility
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Drive and operate the machine safely and efficiently
- Stack and de-stack at various levels in a safe and competent manner
- Carry out pre-use checks to ensure the equipment is in a safe condition
- Load and unload vehicles
- Load and unload from scaffolding – if appropriate
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary.
Note: The operator must already hold a current J2/J3 certificate or equivalent
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Machine: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
5 Days 3 Days 1 Day
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
Operator Training Solutions Rev: 01-01-19
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Unit 14 West Moor Park Networkcentre Yorkshire Way Armthorpe
Doncaster South Yorkshire DN3 3GW Tel: 01302 830 050
E-mail: enquiries@operatortrainingsolutions.co.uk
Loading Shovel – Wheeled & Tracked
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a Loading Shovel machine.
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate Loading Shovel within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out.
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act, 1974; PUWER 98 & LOLER
- Operators Safety Code
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Motive controls
- Hydraulic controls
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Their responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act., PUWER & LOLER Regulations.
- Operators Safety Code
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Motive & hydraulic controls
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Conduct a risk assessment.
- Pre-shift checks.
- Start up and stop the motive unit.
- Travel forward and reverse using all gear ratios and ranges where applicable.
- Prepare the area and set up the machine to carry out normal work.
- Carry out normal machine operations to the acceptable standard.
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary.
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Loading Shovel: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
5 Days 3 Days 1 Day
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Operator Training Solutions Ltd
Unit 14 West Moor Park Networkcentre Yorkshire Way Armthorpe
Doncaster South Yorkshire DN3 3GW Tel: 01302 830 050
E-mail: enquiries@operatortrainingsolutions.co.uk
Lorry Mounted Loader
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a lorry mounted loader
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate Lorry Mounted Loader within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out.
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 &
- LOLER 98
- Pre-use checks on both loader and carrier vehicle
- Factors affecting stability & mobility
- Motive controls
- Hydraulic controls
- Operating in open and small restricted areas
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 &
- LOLER 98
- Pre-use checks on both loader and carrier vehicle
- Factors affecting stability & mobility
- Positioning of carrier vehicle in varying locations
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Manoeuvre and operate the crane safely and efficiently
- Site the crane safely
- Stack and de-stack at various levels in a safe and competent manner
- Carry out all pre-use checks and running checks on the lifting appliance and relevant
attachments
- Manoeuvre the carrier vehicle into position in order to carry out the lifting of various
loads
- Set up carrier vehicle to carry out lifts from minimum to maximum radius
- Secure various loads on the vehicle bed in accordance with industry practices
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary.
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Machine: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
2 Days 1 Day 1 Day
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Mobile Elevating Work Platform
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP)
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP) within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out.
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98
LOLER 98 and Working at Height Regulations
- Safe operator practices including planning of work and risk assessment
- Daily and weekly maintenance schedules
- Identification of components and pre-use checks
- Interpretation of safety information
- Selection and use of personal safety equipment
- Start-up/shut down procedures
- Testing of safety devices, limit switches and hydraulic functions
- Factors effecting stability
- Motive and hydraulic controls
- Manoeuvring in open and confined spaces (level/inclines/rough terrain – where
applicable)
- Positioning the vehicle for work
- Basic operational techniques/accessing at height
- Banksman signalling
- Working near overhead power lines
- Working near water
- Working on/travelling on the public highway (where relevant)
- Emergency lowering procedures
- Battery care and maintenance/re-charging procedures (where relevant)
- Re-fuelling procedures (where relevant)
- Parking and post-stop checks
- Requirements for thorough examinations
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98
- LOLER 98 and Working at Height Regulations
- Types of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms
- Understanding machine stability and limitations
- Causes of accidents; risks associated with mobile plant
- Planning and risk assessment
- Selection, inspection and use of fall prevention equipment
- Interpretation of safety information
- Public highway requirements
- Major components and preventative maintenance as per manufacturer’s handbook
- Safe operator practices including working near overhead power lines and water
- Emergency lowering procedures
- Pre-use checks, start-up procedures and safety checks
- Factors affecting stability and vehicle limitations
- Inspection of batteries and re-charging procedures (where applicable)
- Re-fuelling procedures (where applicable)
- Safe parking and post-stop checks
- Banksman signalling
- Effects of differing weather conditions (wind/rain/cold/electrical storms)
- Working at night
- Requirements for thorough examinations
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Plan the work and conduct risk assessment
- Carry out pre-use safety checks and start up procedures
- Conduct a functions test
- Manoeuvre, position and operate the vehicle correctly within the manufacturers
recommendations and to the operator’s safety code
- Operate in both open and confined spaces and on level, rough terrain and inclines
(where applicable)
- Operate safely to banksman instructions
- Operate safely on the public highway (may be simulated)
- Correctly stow away work equipment
- Re-charge or re-fuel the power unit as applicable
- Correctly park, shut-down and secure the vehicle
- Carry out a post-stop inspection
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary.
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Machine: 4 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
1-2 Days 1 Day
1 Day
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Order Picking Trucks – Medium to High Level E1 E2
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a medium level order picking truck.
Note: Elevation greater than 2m brings the truck into the E2 group.
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate Order Picking Trucks within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out.
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
- Operators Safety Code
- Battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Motive controls
- Hydraulic controls
- Manoeuvring in open and confined areas
- Order picking at different levels
- Order picking with laden and unladen pallets
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
- Operators safety code
- Battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Manoeuvring in open and confined areas
- Picking and placing of orders
- Working at Height Regulations
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Drive and operate the order picker safely and efficiently
- Order picking at various levels in a safe and competent manner
- Carry out pre-use checks to ensure the equipment is in a safe condition
- Carry out battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Escape
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary.
It is advised that all candidates be suitably trained in accordance with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 prior to the attendance of order-picking truck training.
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresher & Test
Ratio: 1 Order Picking Truck: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
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Overhead Crane Pendant Remote
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate an overhead crane with pendant or remote-control operating system.
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate an Overhead Crane within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out.
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Understanding basic lift plan
- Health & Safety at Work Act, 1974
- Operator safety code, Lifting Operations & Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER)
and Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER)
- Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations (MHSWR)
- The Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations & Code of practice for
safe use of cranes, inspection, testing and examination 7121
- Component Parts and Pre-use checks
- Basic training (including basic slinging)
- Statutory requirements
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Basic lifting plans
- Health & Safety at Work Act, 1974
- Operator safety code, LOLER and PUWER Regulations
- MHSWR, Safety Signs and Signals Regulations and BS 7121
- Component Parts and Pre-use checks
- Statutory requirements
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Basic lift plans
- Pre-use checks
- Start, stop procedures
- Traversing forwards and in reverse using all gear ratios and all ranges where applicable
- Operate all controls safely and sympathetically
- Prepare/set-up the crane to carry out normal work
- Carry out normal work tasks safely and efficiently
- Understand basic signalling requirement and load swings
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary.
Note: It is strongly recommended that candidates responsible for regular slinging operations should attend a recognised slinger/signaller course.
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Machine: 4 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
2 Days 1 Day 1 Day
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Rider & Pedestrian Operated Transportable
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a lift truck.
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate Transportable Lift Truck within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out.
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98, LOLER 98 &
HSG 136 (Workplace Transport Safety)
- Operators Safety Code
- Battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Motive controls
- Hydraulic controls
- Manoeuvring in open and confined areas
- Stacking at different levels
- De-stacking with laden and unladen pallets
- Lorry loading and unloading
- Demounting & mounting of lift truck to parent trailer
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98, LOLER 98 & HSG 136
- Operators Safety Code
- Battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Stacking and de-stacking in open and confined areas
- Lorry loading and unloading
- Demounting & mounting of lift truck to parent trailer
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Drive and operate the lift truck safely and efficiently
- Stack and de-stack at various levels in a safe and competent manner
- Carry out pre-use checks to ensure the equipment is in a safe condition
- Carry out battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Load and unload vehicles
- Demounting and mounting of lift truck to parent trailer
- Pre-transportation checks
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary.
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Machine: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
5 Days 3 Days 1 Day
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Rough Terrain Masted Lift Truck J1
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a Rough Terrain Masted lift truck.
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate Rough Terrain Masted Lift Trucks within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out.
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98.
- Operators safety code
- Battery maintenance, charging procedures and re-fuelling
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Motive controls
- Hydraulic controls
- Manoeuvring in open and confined areas
- Stacking at different levels in open and confined areas
- De stacking with laden and unladen pallets in open and confined areas
- Lorry loading and unloading
- Rated capacity
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98.
- Operators safety code
- Battery maintenance, charging procedures and refuelling
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Stacking and de-stacking in open and confined areas
- Lorry loading and unloading
- Rated capacity
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Drive and operate the lift truck safely and efficiently
- 4.2 Stack and de-stack at various levels in a safe and competent manner
- 4.3 Carry out pre-use checks to ensure the equipment is in a safe condition
- 4.4 Carry out battery maintenance, charging procedures and re-fuel
- 4.5 Load and unload vehicles
- 4.6 Manoeuvre in confined spaces
- Attachments available in the workplace (if applicable)
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary.
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
5 Days 3 Days 1 Day
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Lift Truck: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
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Rough Terrain Variable Reach & Telescopic Trucks J2 J3
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a Rough Terrain Variable Reach and Telescopic Truck.
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate Rough Terrain Variable Reach and Telescopic Trucks within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out.
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98.
- Operators safety code
- Battery maintenance charging and refuelling procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Motive controls
- Hydraulic controls
- Manoeuvring in open and confined areas and over varying terrain
- Stacking at different levels in open and confined areas
- De-stacking with laden and unladen pallets
- Load weight assessment and load moment indicator
- Safe use of attachments (if applicable)
- Lorry loading and unloading
- Post-operative checks
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98.
- Operators safety code
- Battery maintenance and refuelling procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Stacking and de-stacking/manoeuvring in open and confined areas and over varying
terrain
- Load weight assessment and load moment indicators
- Lorry loading and unloading
- The load handling envelope.
- The safe load indicator
- Attachments available in the workplace (if applicable)
- Post-operative checks
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Drive and operate the lift truck safely and efficiently
- Stack and de-stack at various levels in a safe manner in open and confined areas and
over varying terrain
- Carry out pre-use checks to ensure the equipment is in a safe condition
- Carry out battery maintenance and refuelling procedures
- Load and unload vehicles
- Operate safely on and over various ground conditions
- Attachments available in the workplace (if applicable)
- Carry out post-operative checks
Note:
Varying terrain is indoor and outdoor over all surfaces including rough terrain.
Varied work applications cover: Stacking; De-stacking Transporting; Vehicle/Trailer Loading/ Unloading; Operator Safety; Use of Controls. All applications should be specific to the working environment.
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary.
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
5 Days 2/3 Days 1 Day
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Lift Truck: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
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Skid Steer Loader
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a skid steer loader.
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate a skid steer loader within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out.
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) PUWER 98 & LOLER
- Safe operator practices (company mobile plant rules if on customer premises)
- Daily and weekly maintenance schedules
- Identification of components and pre-start checks
- Start-up procedures
- Factors affecting stability
- Motive and hydraulic controls
- Manoeuvring in open and confined spaces (level and rough terrain)
- Excavating with the bucket
- Discharging materials at ground and full height levels
- Travelling on inclines
- General ground levelling with the bucket
- Parking and post-stop checks
- Safe use of specific attachments (where applicable)
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98
- Understanding machine stability and limitations
- Causes of accidents; risks associated with mobile plant
- Safe operator practices
- Pre-start checks, start-up procedures and safety checks
- Daily and weekly maintenance requirements
- Safe extraction, discharge and travelling of materials (including inclines)
- Keeping work areas tidy and free from hazards
- Safe parking, re-fuelling and post-stop checks
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Pre-shift safety checks and start-up procedures
- The ability to manoeuvre and operate the vehicle correctly within the
manufacturer’s recommendations and to the operator’s safety code (both laden and
unladen)
- Correctly and safely extract materials from stockpiles
- Discharge materials correctly and safely at ground level and into receptacles (i.e.
surface dumpers, hoppers or skips)
- Demonstrate an ability to clean up debris and material spillages
- Operate in both open and confined spaces and on level, rough terrain and inclines
- Correctly park, shutdown and secure the vehicle
- Carry out a post-stop inspection
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary.
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Machine: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
3 Days 1 Day 1 Day
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E-mail: enquiries@operatortrainingsolutions.co.uk Slinger/Signaller
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge for correct signalling and slinger.
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely sling loads and signal crane operators within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out.
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98, LOLER 98 &
Safety Signs & Signals Regulations 1996
- Risk assessments
- Operators Safety Code
- Pre-use checks on lifting accessories
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, PUWER 98, LOLER 98 & Safety Signs & Signals Regulations 1996
- Risk assessments
- Operators safety code
- Pre-use checks on lifting accessories
- Slinger duties
- Signaller duties
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Carry out a risk assessment of the task to be undertaken
- Ensure the working area is appropriately cordoned off
- Carry out pre-use checks to ensure the lifting accessories are in a safe condition
- Agree and use the signal code with lifting equipment operator and others who are
involved in the operation.
- Sling various loads using a variety of methods and lifting accessories
- Set down various loads at pre-determined positions
- Carry out checks on all lifting accessories used
- Complete report sheet on any defects found
- Return to storage all equipment and accessories used
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary.
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresh & Test
Ratio: 1 Machine: 6 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
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2 Days 1 Day 1 Day
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Tow Tractors, Tow Tugs (including flip-up platform) and Trailers H1 H2
Course Overview
To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to drive safely an industrial tractor with or without trailers. This syllabus may be applied to rider tow tractors, pedestrian tow tractors and pedestrian tow tractors with a rider platform. Hence the term “drive” may be substituted by “move” to accommodate both types.
Who Should Attend
Delegates who are required to safely operate Tow Tractor, Tow Tugs & Trailers within the scope of any working activity they are employed to carry out.
Course Content
The course will comprise theoretical and practical instruction covering the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act, 1974, PUWER 98,
LOLER 98 & HSG 136 (Workplace Transport Safety)
- Operators Safety Code
- Battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Pre-use check on both tractor and trailer
- The loading and stability of trailers
- Hitching and unhitching trailers
- Manoeuvring in open and confined areas (with and without trailers)
- Hydraulic controls
Course Outcome Knowledge
On completion of training candidates will have a theoretical understanding of the following:
- Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act, 1974, PUWER 98 LOLER 98 & HSG 136 (Workplace Transport Safety)
- Operators safety code
- Battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Pre-use checks
- Factors affecting stability
- Hitching and unhitching trailers
Skill
On completion of training the candidate will be able to:
- Drive and operate the tractor safely and efficiently with and without trailers
- Carry out pre-use checks on both tractor and trailers to ensure the equipment is in a
safe condition
- Carry out battery maintenance and charging procedures
- Hitching and unhitching of trailers safely
- Load trailers safely and correctly to maintain stability
Course Requirements
PPE (Ear Defenders, Goggles, Hi-Visibility Clothing, Overalls, Safety Boots, Gloves) as is necessary
Course Durations
Duration: Novice Operator Experienced Operator
Refresher & Test
Ratio: 1 Tractor & Trailers: 3 Candidates: 1 Instructor
Certification
ITSSAR Certificate.
Note:
Depending on limitations and work-related procedures on specific sites some elements may not be covered, other specific site elements may be included. This will be notified at the time of training.
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COURSE LIST
A full list of all our current courses
- 360° Excavator – Standard Reach Mini Micro Medium; Tracked/Wheeled
- Pallet, Stillage, Low Lift Platform, Low Lift Order Picking & Pedestrian Reach Trucks A1 A2 Z1 Z2 Z3 Z4
- Counterbalance, Reach & Container Handling Trucks A8 B1 B2 B3 D1 D2 G2
- Abrasive Wheels
- Articulated Dump Truck
- Rider Operated Industrial Sideloader Lift Truck C1 C2 C3 G3 M
- Very Narrow Aisle Stacking Trucks Operator-Up F1
- Very Narrow Aisle Stacking Trucks Operator-Down F2
- Industrial Variable Reach Lift Trucks J4
- Rough Terrain Rotary Telescopic Machines J6 J7
- Loading Shovel – Wheeled & Tracked
- Lorry Mounted Loader
- Mobile Elevating Work Platform
- Order Picking Trucks – Medium to High Level E1 E2
- Overhead Crane Pendant Remote
- Rider & Pedestrian Operated Transportable
- Rough Terrain Masted Lift Truck J1
- Rough Terrain Variable Reach & Telescopic Trucks J2 J3
- Skid Steer Loader
- Slinger/Signaller
- Tow Tractors, Tow Tugs (including flip-up platform) and Trailers H1 H2