Dragline Operator Training

Machine Orientation

1. What's dragline
2. Functions of dragline
3. Types of dragline
4. Components (Parts) of dragline and their functions
5. Identify all safety features and warning and their purposes in accordance to manufactures specifications
6. Explain all maximum operating capacity
7. Explain all warnings from dragline indicators
8. Describe or demonstrate corrective actions in terms of neutralising

Pre Operation Checks

1. Tyre pressure, fluid levels, and overall truck condition.
2. Inspecting Tyres and Brakes
3. Hydraulic System Check
4. Report all faults found during the inspection
5. Understanding the manufacturers Manual
6. Face shovel parked according to manufacturers and worksite requirements

Site Preparation and plan for work activities

1. Sequence of operations is determined according to site operational requirements.
2. Required equipment e.g Machine attachments, personal protective equipment and safety signs.
3. Inspect and prepare site according to site operational requirements.

Safe operation procedures of dragline

1. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
2. Site Safety
3. Operating in Confined Spaces
4. Explain all warnings from face shovel indicators Procedures for driving in different weather conditions, on uneven terrain, and avoiding tipping.
5. Handling Emergencies

Operating Procedures

1. Demonstrate the functions of face dragline controls in accordance to manufacturers specifications.
2. Explain temporary safety signs in relations to their use or placement
3. Starting and Stopping the face shovel
4. Loading and digging techniques
5. Basic controls and movements
6. Excavation and dumping procedures
7. Efficient digging patterns
8. Working in different soil conditions
9. How the dragline excavator operates
10. Rope and bucket operation mechanics
11. Movement and positioning of the dragline
12. Load and capacity considerations

Post-Operation Procedures

1. Shutdown Procedures
2. Cleaning and Shutdown
3. Documentation: Completing logs or reports as required by the employer or regulatory bodies.

Dragline Operator duty and responsible is the safety of the machine operation as soon as the load is moved. Because of this responsibility, whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that the operation might be dangerous or unsafe, the Dragline operator must refuse to operate until the concern has been reported to the supervisor, any hazards are rectified, and safety conditions are met.

Dragline operators can get jobs in these departments like mining, construction and quarrying.

Mining dragline refresher course is required every after 2 years of license expiry every 2 years or when an operator has spent more than 2 years without operating the machine.

Dragline certification

After a successful Mine dragline training assessment, a competence certificate is awarded to the operator by the accredited training provider registered in accordance with OSHA and TETA.

Dragline operator licence

After successful dragline course assessment. A competency license is awarded operator

Dragline license renewal

Dragline licenses expire every 2 years, hence renewal or recertification to ensure that operators stay up to date with safety standards and best practices. Old copy of license is required

Dragline operator Course requirements

1. A copy of id/passport
2. 2 colour id photos
3. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
4. Physically able

1. Increased Safety
2. Improved Productivity
3. Compliance
4. Cost Savings