Course Duration:
This depends on the experience and number of candidates, the ratio of candidates / machines per Instructor.
Course Aim:
Provide the candidate with the basic knowledge and practical skills involved in operating a Tractor Dozer.
Who Should Take This Course
All personnel required to operate a Tractor Dozer.
Candidate Requirements:
It is recommended that all candidates attend a 1 Day CPCS specific Health and Safety Course.
The CSCS Operatives Health and Safety Test must be successfully completed prior to taking the CPCS Technical Test.
Training Methods:
Candidates will participate in theory lessons and practical demonstrations / exercises, all of which
are highlighted by the use of OHP & Videos.
Additional Information:
Course Content:
- An Introduction to the Construction Industry
- Current relevant regulations.
- Introduction to machine.
- Pre shift inspections.
- Controls and instruments.
- Coolant, fuel and lubrication systems.
- Excavation and forming stockpiles.
- Excavate, side cast and spreading materials.
- Spreading and levelling.
- Backfilling deep excavations.
- Explanation of towed attachments.
- CPCS Technical Test Theory Element.
Learning Outcomes:
- Be able to operate the machine safely and correctly in accordance with manufacturers instructions and accepted good practice.
- Carry out a pre-shift inspection.
- Be able to operate safely under varying site conditions.
- Be able to carry out minor adjustments and routine services.
- Have sufficient knowledge and practical skills to successfully complete the CPCS Technical Test.
Our Training and Assessment programme enables experienced operators to gain the necessary training.
Assessment Type:
Theory and Practical.
Certification
All candidates will complete the Full (Theory & Practical) CPCS Technical Test and on successful completion will be issued with a CPCS Red Trained Operators Card.