About this course
These loadshifting equipment short courses enhance your knowledge and experience as an operator of earthmoving plant equipment in line with relevant state and national certification requirements.
Machinery used on the courses includes front-end loader, backhoe, skid-steer, excavator, dozer.
What you learn
- Occupational health and safety
- Standards and regulations
- Personal and machine safety
- Pre-operational checks
- Shut-down procedures
- Preventative maintenance
- Attachments.
Entry requirements
You must:
- have sufficient knowledge of the English language to perform your work safely
- be 18 years old to obtain national WorkCover certification.
What to bring
- Please bring original documentation for proof of identity. Photo ID is mandatory.
- Wear suitable clothing and footwear. Safety shoes or boots are preferred.
All course notes and books are supplied.
Course dates and duration
Venue
National Industrial Skills Training Centre, Moorefield Park Drive, Wodonga
Training may be arranged at your workplace.
Assessment
Assessment comprises theoretical and practical components.
Note Additional WorkCover fees apply.
Fees and charges
Earthmoving course:
- Front-end Loader, Excavator, Backhoe, Skid-steer (12 day program)
- Excavator and Front-end Loader (5 day program)
- Backhoe and Skid-steer (5 day program)
- Dozer (3 day program)
Earthmoving assessment only:
- Front-end Loader, Excavator, Backhoe, Grader, Scraper
- Skid-steer, Roller.
Please view our Training Schedule at http://www.nistc.com.au/training-schedule.aspx for our latest prices.
*Prices listed include Victorian Training Guarantee (VTG) funding or are full fee courses. VTG funding is contingent upon Victorian State Government criteria and every effort will be made to access funding for participants. If VTG funding cannot be accessed fee for service prices will be provided.
How to apply
Please apply direct to National Industrial Skills Training Centre.
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