Excavator Skill Set
Do you need to operate an excavator for work?
The Excavator Skills Set is a 5 day course where you will learn how to conduct excavator operations within the civil construction industry.
This is a targeted skill set related to the Skills Ready program, which is aimed at rebuilding our local businesses and communities with free and reduced-price training. Other skill sets can be found on our Skill sets and short courses (opens in a new tab) page.
Overview
When Semester 2, 2024
Study Mode On Campus
Throughout this course, participants will learn about:
- Machine and general safety
- Excavator terminology
- Pre-start and post inspections
- Start up and shut down procedures
- Trenching
- Bulk excavation and lifting loads
Unit:
RIIMPO320F Conduct civil construction excavator operations
* If participants are working in the civil construction industry or have previous experience documented in a logbook prior to undertaking this training, a fast track process may be available. Please talk to your local lecturer.
You will need to provide the following PPE for the practical assessments:
- Hi-Vis Long sleeve shirt
- Long Pants
- Steel Cap Boots
Important information
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Delivery location, important dates and study options
Course dates, locations and study modes are not currently available. Please contact our Customer Engagement Team for more information.