Dump Truck (articulated / rigid chassis up to and over 15 tonnes)

Course code: LAA5722 -LAA5727 Rigid Chassis Tracked ; LAA5601 - LAA5612 Articulated

Who should do this course?

This group training course is for anyone who uses or will be using a dump truck with an articulated or rigid chassis above 15 tonnes in the land-based or construction industry.

Course Details:

Some of the course content for this dump truck training course includes,Identify the basic construction and components, and the purpose and use of all controls and gauges.Identify and comply with manufacturers’ instructions in accordance with the operator’s handbook, other information sources and applicable legislation. Carry out all pre-use and running checks. Set the dump truck for site and road travel. Travel over differing types of terrain, including rough undulating ground, in a loaded and unloaded state. Travel up and down substantial inclines in a loaded and unloaded state. Manoeuvre in confined areas using forward and reverse direction, in a loadedand unloaded state. Position the dump truck to receive loads, Comply with loading procedures.Ensure load integrity and security. Discharge loads into trenches and over edges. Place the dump truck in an out-of-service condition. Explain the loading and unloading procedures on and off a transporter.The course will support a group of up to 4 candidates, depending on the number of machines available (ratio of 1 machine: 2 candidates) with a duration of 1-4 days depending on experience.

Duration: 4 days (Novices); 2 days (Semi- experienced); 1 day (Refresher)

Maximum: Instructor: Machine:Learner - 1:2:4

Accreditation: Lantra Awards

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