180° Back Hoe Excavator/Loader (JCB)
Certificate of training recognised by the RTITB
Course Aim
To give the course participants the knowledge and skills needed for the safe and effective operation of a 180° Back Hoe Excavator.
Course Objectives
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.
Course Summary
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