Tracked Dozer Course

Tracked Dozer Course Outline

This training program is designed for both novice and experienced learners who may be expected to operate a Tracked Dozer performing their daily duties.
It also makes good business sense that anyone who is expected to supervise employees related to these activities should know what the correct methods and procedures are so that they are competent to identify good or bad practices during the course of their supervision day / shift.

Course Information

SAQA ID : 262729
Unit Standard Title : Operate a tracked dozer
Level : 2
Credits : 15
Duration : 5 days

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Programme Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Operating a Front End Loader

  • Explain why you need to be a professional operator

  • Identify who is considered to be professional drivers

  • Explain what personal protective equipment a Front End Loader operator may be required to use

  • Explain who is responsible for which aspects of personal protective equipment and the care thereof

Module 2: Front End Loader Familiarisation

  • Identify different types of Front End Loaders

  • Explain what a Front End Loader may be used for

  • Explain what type of vehicles or equipment a Front End Loader may be required to load

Module 3: Front End Loader Components

  • Explain why a Front End Loader operator must know the different components of the machine

  • Identify the different components of a Front End Loader

  • Explain what the function of each component is and how to check that the component is serviceable

Module 4: Gauges and Warning Devices

  • Explain the different types of gauges found on Front End Loaders

  • Identify what each gauge indicates and the appropriate action to be taken by the operator

  • Identify the different warning systems and the appropriate action to be taken by the operator

  • Identify the different warning lights, buzzers, and hooters and the appropriate action to be taken

Module 5: Front End Loader Controls

  • Identify the different controls found on a Front End Loader

  • Explain the purpose and function of each control

  • Demonstrate the operation of each control

Module 6: Front End Loader Checks

  • Identify the different checks an operator must perform on a Front End Loader

  • Explain how and why to perform these checks

  • Demonstrate how to perform the checks

Module 7: General Front End Loader Safety

  • Explain the importance of safety when operating a Front End Loader

  • Explain the general safety rules

  • Explain the site-specific safety rules

Module 8: Front End Loader Operating Techniques

  • Explain the different operating techniques

  • Demonstrate the different operating techniques

  • Explain the disadvantages of excessive idling and intermittent revving

  • Explain what different exhaust smoke colours indicate

Module 9: Transporting the Front End Loader

  • Explain the safety aspects a Front End Loader operator must consider when loading the machine for transportation

  • Explain how to correctly load and position the Front End Loader on the transporter