Excavator Competent Operator

Excavator Competent Operator training provides the understanding of Excavator operation. This training covers both federal and provincial legislative requirements. As per Saskatchewan OH&S Regulations Section 154, Table 14.1, anyone who operates Powered Mobile Equipment is required to complete a minimum 16 hours training. This program is a combination of both theory and practical competency assessment training.

Classroom Training Content

Excavator Competent Operator Training incorporates the use of custom designed interactive models and visual aids which help to enhance interest and facilitate a higher comprehension level for participants.

Course Outline

• Duties of Employers, Supervisors, and Employees under Saskatchewan Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1996.

• Terminology specific to Excavators

• Inspections as per OEM and Regulatory Requirements

• OEM Manufacturers Operating Requirements

• Load Ratings, Safety Factors

• Site Evaluation, Travel Route, Clearances, Ground Conditions, Structures, Overhead Utilities, Underground Utilities, Site Gradients

• Travel, Operating on Slopes, Grade, Stockpiles, Undercutting, Stability Principles, Center of Gravity

• Operation of Controls

• Ground Disturbance, Utilities

• Excavation, Trenching, Backfilling and Levelling, Returning to Grade

• Emergency Procedures, Utility Strikes

• Maintenance Schedule, Repair Procedures, Blocking during Servicing