Road Roller
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 Road Roller.
Course Objectives
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.
Course Summary
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
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