At the end of this course, candidates can expect to:

• Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a plant operator.
• Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the specific machine.
• Be able to locate and identify the machine’s major components and explain their functions.
• Be able to locate and identify steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions.
• Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with the manufacturers and legislative requirements.
• Safely mount and dismount the machine.
• Start and stop the engine and safely move the machine off and stop it safely.
• Configure the machine for travel and manoeuvre it safely laden and unladen in open and confined areas.
• Conduct all the necessary safety checks in the work area.
• Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and correctly configure it to carry out lifting and load-handling tasks.
• Lift and transfer loads accurately and safely at different locations.
• Load and unload external transport safely.
• Fit, adjust and remove attachments.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation.
• Carry out all end-of-shift and shut-down procedures.