There have been big improvements over recent years in reducing the number and rate of injuries to construction workers. However, a number of serious equipment related injuries still occur every year on building sites, quarries, and other industries in Ireland. These can be devastating for individuals and families. FITAC conduct training and instruction on all types of construction equipment from small site dumpers to Artic Dumpers.
Certificate of training recognised by the RTITB
To give the course participants the knowledge and skills needed for the safe and effective operation of a Bulldozer
Carry out pre-start inspection.
Operate safely under varying site conditions.
Carry out minor adjustments and routine service.
Demonstrate an understanding of responsibilities under relevant legislation.
Operate machine safely and correctly in accordance with manufacturers’ manual and instructions and accepted good practice.
Introduction to machine
Relevant regulations/legislation
Pre-start inspections/maintenance
General driving (including inclines)
Vehicle loading
Use of 4 in 1 bucket (if applicable)
Controls and instruments
Excavating from bank/stockpile
Daily and routine maintenance
Cleaning of working area
Stockpiling and leveling
Deep and shallow excavations
Certificate of training recognised by the RTITB
The aim of this course is to provide Skid Steer Loader training course participants with the knowledge, skills, and attitude to enable them to pick up and move loads in confined spaces in a safe manner.
Discuss how weight distribution affects skid-steer loader steering and stability
Explain the difference between Tipping Load and Rated Operating Capacity
Have an understanding of the hydrostatic transmission
Explain why maintenance is an important factor for safe, efficient, and productive operation
Identify the controls and their functions as well as the loader’s safety features
Explain the reason for changing attachments and the use of the Bob-Tach system
Know the fundamentals of safe maneuvering, traveling, and working with the attachment
Excavate to various depths and formations and reinstate ground.
Know the fundamentals of efficient maneuvering, traveling, and working with the attachment
Introduction
Safety Awareness
Checklist for components
Controls and Instructions of use
Carry out all pre-use and running checks
Hydraulic Inspection
Maintenance
Electric Systems
Load various types of materials into receptacles, i.e. vehicles, hoppers, skips etc.
Certificate of training recognised by the RTITB
To give the course participants the knowledge and skills needed for the safe and effective operation of a 180° Back Hoe Excavator.
Safely use quick hitch.
Lift and deposit loads.
Use ancillary attachments (forks).
Carry out a pre-start inspection.
Operate safely under varying site conditions.
Carry out minor adjustments and routine service.
Demonstrate an understanding of responsibilities under relevant legislation.
Excavate to various depths and formations and reinstate ground.
Operate machine safely and correctly in accordance with manufacturers’ manual and instructions and accepted good practice.
Refueling procedures
Road Traffic Act
Loading vehicles
Relevant legislation/regulations
Travelling on inclines
Lift and move basic slung loads
Doze, scrape, clam and shovel
Configure machine for road travel
Forming stock piles
Pre-start inspections/maintenance
Introduction to machine
Controls and instruments
Excavate to levels
Back-filling and leveling
CSCS Theory Test Preparation
Repositioning of Backhoe
Certificate of training recognised by the RTITB
To give the course participants the knowledge and skills needed for the safe and effective operation of a Road Roller.
Compact on inclines.
Site and operate machine safely in response to given tasks.
Recognise defects and hazards that affect road roller motions.
Demonstrate an understanding of responsibilities under relevant legislation.
Demonstrate an understanding of responsibilities under relevant legislation.
Demonstrate an understanding of compaction, frequency and amplitude.
Operate machine safely and correctly in accordance with manufacturers’ manual and instructions and accepted good practice.
Compact around radius
Relevant regulations/legislation
Emergency controls
Introduction to machine
Controls and instruments
Limitations of use
Refueling procedures
Pre-start inspection/maintenance
Set the roller for compaction duties
Maneuver in confined areas using forward and reverse direction
Compact different materials to given instructions
Compact up to supported and unsupported edges
Procedures when compacting on inclines
CSCS Theory Test Preparation
Certificate of training recognised by the RTITB
To give the course participants the knowledge and skills needed for the safe and effective operation of a Bulldozer
Carry out pre-start inspection.
Operate safely under varying site conditions.
Carry out minor adjustments and routine service.
Demonstrate an understanding of responsibilities under relevant legislation.
Operate machine safely and correctly in accordance with manufacturers’ manual and instructions and accepted good practice.
Introduction to machine
Relevant regulations/legislation
Pre-start inspections/maintenance
Controls and instruments
Form stockpiles from excavations
Slot dozing
Leveling
Incline work
Optimum doze range
Excavate/side cast and spread material
Re-instatement
Feathering out
Edge work (including coming off)
Road coal (if applicable)
Road hopper (if applicable)
Certificate of training recognised by the RTITB
This Course is suitable if you have received no formal Instruction. If you already have experience operating a Telescopic Handler we offer a short duration course to enable you to refresh and update your skills.
This course will give you foundation training and assessment in operating and maintaining telescopic handlers through a combination of classroom based tutorials and practical instruction.
Operate the machine for all normal tasks
Decide whether a particular load is safe to lift
Carry out routine servicing procedures and maintenance as necessary, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
Know how the machine works and the maintenance requirements involved
Understand the effect of load, size, weight, gradients and ground conditions upon machine stability
Know how to load, store and transport representative materials
Understand the basic construction of pallets
Certificate of training recognised by the RTITB
This course is for anyone who requires training in operating a 360° Tracked Excavator.
It is suitable if you have received no formal instruction. If you wish to refresh your skills, we offer a short duration course.
Upon successful completion of the course you will be able to operate and maintain a 360° Tracked Excavator safely.
The course is delivered through a combination of classroom-based tutorials and practical training.
Operate the excavator 360° tracked safely and productively
Fit and operate ancillary equipment
Site the machine safely and efficiently
Carry out minor adjustments and routine servicing procedures
Understand the capabilities, purposes and limitations of each machine
Follow all necessary safety precautions
Interpret the information provided by level pegs and profiles
Be aware of the necessary routine adjustments and service procedures, and carry them out
Work to levels with the aid of laser equipment.