Bulldozer
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 Bulldozer
Course Content
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
Course Summary
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)