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Wheel Loader Training is a Heavy Equipment Entry Level Skills Training course required for anyone who will be operating a wheel loader on the worksite. A driver’s license and 10th grade education is required, and other prerequisites may also include WHMIS training, Ground Disturbance Level Two, and Standard First Aid.


Learning Objectives & Specific Outcomes:

A wheel loader is a type of tractor with a front-mounted square bucket that allows it to collect, transport and deposit material (e.g. when moving loose material into a dump truck). Like all heavy machinery, wheel loaders can be very dangerous if operated unsafely. Operators must learn correct loader operating procedures and how to spot potential workspace hazards on the job site.


Topics Include:

This 2 day Wheel Loader Training Course combines classroom experience with hands-on training. In class, participants learn relevant provincial and federal wheel loader regulations, loading procedures, inspection techniques, and general safety tips. In the hands on portion the instructor demonstrates proper operator procedures, covering topics such as start up and shutdown, steering and positioning, and loading and unloading. Trainees must pass a written exam and demonstrate proficiency with a machine in a hands on practicum.


COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Federal and Provincial Wheel Loader Regulations
  • Safety Tips
  • Loading and Unloading Procedures
  • Pre-Trip Inspections and Workspace Awareness


COURSE DURATION:

  • 2 Days


PREREQUISITES:

  • Driver's License
  • 10th Grade Education


CERTIFYING BODY:

  • Varies


CERTIFICATE EXPIRY:

  • 3 Years


FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE SCHEDULE AND PRICING:

Click HERE to complete the Safety Training Request Form

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