| Skill Level | Experienced, Novice, Refresher |
|---|---|
| Accreditation | Aurelia, CPCS, NPORS |
| Vehicle Type | Skip Lorry |
| Location | Client's Site |
| Max Delegates | 3 |
It is envisaged that by the end of this course of training the trainee operator will be able to answer questions on and perform the following:
• Have a working knowledge of the manufacturers handbook for the particular machine to be used
• Be able to locate and identify the major components on the machine and explain their functions
• Conducts all pre-operational checks in acordance with manufacturers and legislative requirements
• Configure the vehicle ready for travel, on site and on the public highway
• Travel over various types of groung i.e. levl ground, undulating ground – loaded and unloaded
• Manoeuvre in confined spaces loaded and unloaded
• Check the suitability of the loading/unloading area
• Check for hazards, i.e. overhead hazards, ground hazards, and explain all necessary precautions
• Position the vehicle safely and correctly so as to conduct loading/unloading operations
• Pick up and deposit skips of various sizes and weights
• Transfer Skips to various locations
• Check the load for security and intergrity
• Check that all skips are left in a safe manner when deposited
• Carry out all end of shift and shutdown procedures.
This may vary depending on the level and accreditation chosen.
| Skip Lorry |
| Skip Handler |
Skip Lorry/Handler Operator Training
To operate a machine within the workplace, whether for construction, waste, agriculture or other industry, your employer has a duty of care to ensure you can operate safely and competently. Completing a course and obtaining a certificate is the simplest way to ensure that operators fully understand the theoretical and practical elements of successful operation. Depending on where you are working, a certificate may be a legal requirement. The type of certificate required is often dictated by your place of work or type of employment, our knowledgeable staff can talk you through the different options to ensure you get the right course for your needs.
Why choose Aurelia for your operator training?
Why choose Aurelia for your operator training?
What is this course about?
To provide candidates with a thorough understanding of the relevant operational and safety requirements, applicable to skip handler operators, working in the construction, waste or agricultural industry or similar environment.
What are the benefits?
This course will give the candidate the techniques and skills required to operate the machine in a safe manner, in line with good practical and Health and Safety legislation.
Who should attend?
Any person required to operate a skip lorry in a construction, utilities or similar environment.
Training Methods:
Mainly hands on practical exercises using our machine with some classroom based tutorials and discussion.
Additional Information:
Prior to commencement of the course, candidates must have successfully achieved a CITB Health, Safety & Environment ‘touch screen’ Test within the last 2 years. We can provide this also.
