Backhoe / Loader Operations
Course Overview
This course covers the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a backhoe/loader to load, distribute and place materials. It is designed for those working in site-based roles across construction, mining and infrastructure industries. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements may vary between states, territories and industry sectors, and should be confirmed with the relevant state jurisdiction prior to enrolment.
Entry Requirements
| Reading and writing in basic English |
| Photo ID |
| Steel capped footwear and a hi-vis shirt/vest |
Areas of Competency
On completion of this course you will have the skills and knowledge to:
| Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities. |
| Identify, obtain and implement signage traffic management requirements according to standard operating procedures and safe work practices. |
| Select required backhoe/loader equipment and confirm suitability for work activities. |
| Coordinate and communicate planned activities with others at the site prior to commencement of work activity. |
| Position and locate machinery to ensure stable and effective shift materials according to work requirements. |
| Park up, shut down, secure and carry out post operational inspection of equipment in line with workplace procedures. |
| Use attachment within design limits and in accordance with workplace procedures. |
| Prepare backhoe/loader for relocation. |
| Carry out prestart and start-up checks in line with workplace procedures. |
| Drive and operate machine using techniques suited to equipment capabilities, site and work conditions, and according to workplace procedures. |
| Monitor hazards and risks during operations, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment. |
| Use lifting gear within safe working load requirements and in line with workplace procedures. |
| Shift materials safely and effectively, using hand, audible and communication signal, in line with workplace procedures. |
| Select and test attachment for the task and fit attachment in line with workplace procedures. |
| Remove, clean and store attachments in designated location in line with workplace procedures. |
| Move backhoe/loader safely between worksites, observing relevant codes and traffic management requirements. |
| Conduct housekeeping activities. |
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If you’re ready to enrol in this course or require more information about this course we look forward to hearing from you.
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