Excavator as a Crane N100
It is envisaged that by the end of this course of training the learner will be able to answer questions on and perform the following:
➢Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator
➢Be able to conform to manufacturers requirements as per technical data, conform to relevant regulations and legislation
➢Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
➢Be able to locate and identify steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions
➢Safely mount and dismount the machine
➢Start and stop the engine and safely move the machine off and stop it safely
➢Configure the machine for travel and manoeuvre it safely across varying terrain in open and confined areas
➢Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
➢Be able to locate, identify and explain safe working loads, lifting capacity chart and explain different lifting configurations and working ranges
➢dentify and explain different lifting procedures, explain what task could fall into each category
➢Identify and explain centres of gravity, calculate estimated weights of loads
➢Identify any overhead / proximity hazards
➢Be able to agree the signal codes / hand signals, direction of movement, safe working and safe landing, placement zone with the slinger / signaller
➢Ensure excavator is in a safe condition for attachments to be fitted
➢Checked load integrity and security by carrying out trial lift
➢Be able to lift and move a load to a designated position in a safe and controlled manner ensuring minimum uncontrolled movement
➢Environmental considerations
➢Carry out all out of service and securing procedures
Duration
Novice 5 Days
Bolt on 2 Days
Maximum Delagates
Novice 3
Bolt on 4
