New Entrant Training Programme for 180 Degree Excavator
Duration: 3 days
Certification: Following this 3 day programme A FAS Logbook will be issued to each participant on
this course. A Training Card will be issued to each participant direct from FAS.
Course Objective:
The aim of this training programme is to introduce the Learners to the programme and to encourage them to develop a positive attitude towards training, safety, health and hygiene while working as Plant Operators in the construction industry.
Candidate Requirement:
Candidates for this programme must have at least three months general construction experience. Candidates must also possess the FÁS Safe Pass Registration Card. Candidates must be over 18 Years of Age.
Course Content:
The Programme will consist of classroom sessions of underpinning knowledge relating to 180 Degree Excavator operations, and operation of the 180 Degree Excavator.
- The Programme will consist of classroom sessions of underpinning knowledge relating to 180 Degree Excavator operations, and operation of the 180 Degree Excavator.
- Induction
- Induction to the Programme
- Safety and Hygiene
- Plant Operators Responsibility
- Induction to the Machine
- Induction to the Machine Operators Manual
- Machine Maintenance Checks
- Machine Operation
- Prepare the Excavator for movement
- Travel the Excavator
- Set up for Operation and operate Excavator controls
- Excavate Material
- Park and Secure the crane
On completion of this programme there are certain tasks within the logbook which must be completed. You are required to spend a minimum of six months operating the machine within a two year timeframe before you can apply for your CSCS Card. Once the log book is completed you must attend an additional 1 Day Assessment in order to receive your experienced ticket which is valid for 5 years.
