In excavator operator training teaches drivers how to safely and effectively pre/post-inspect, operate an excavator on and off the road to digging, moving materials, and lifting heavy loads in accordance to manufactures specifications.
Unit Standard No: 262744
Unit Standard Credits: 15
NQF Level: 2
Unit standard title : Operate an excavator
Compliance: TETA
Tlb Training cost: R5000
Tlb course Duration : 7 days
Excavator training Course Content
Theory Test 20%: A written exam to assess knowledge of the vehicle's functions, safety protocols, and operational procedures.Practical Test 80%: Hands-on training where drivers operate the Excavator under supervision to demonstrate their competence in operating the equipment.
Assessment: Assessors and moderators assess tlb learners to whether they are competent or not
Machine Orientation
- What’s a Excavator
- Functions of backhoe loader
- The applications of an excavator are described in terms of earthmoving activities
- Components (Parts) of excavator and their functions
- Identify all safety features and warning and their purposes in accordance to manufactures specifications
- Explain all maximum operating capacity
- Explain all warnings from excavator indicators
- Describe or demonstrate corrective actions in terms of neutralising
Pre Operation Checks
- Tyre pressure, fluid levels, and overall truck condition.
- Inspecting Tyres and Brakes
- Hydraulic System Check
- Report all faults found during the inspection
- Understanding the manufacturers Manual
- Tractor loader backhoe parked according to manufacturers and worksite requirements
Site Preparation and plan for work activities
- Sequence of operations is determined according to site operational requirements.
- Required equipment e.g Machine attachments, personal protective equipment and safety signs.
- Inspect and prepare site according to site operational requirements.
Safe operation procedures of Excavator
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
- Site Safety
- Operating in Confined Spaces
- Explain all warnings from excavator indicators Procedures for driving in different weather conditions, on uneven terrain, and avoiding tipping.
- Handling Emergencies
Operating Procedures
- Demonstrate the functions of Excavator controls in accordance to manufacturers specifications.
- Explain temporary safety signs in relations to their use or placement
- Starting and Stopping the Truck
- Driving Techniques
- Speed and Load Limits
- Load Management
- Efficient Dumping
Post-Operation Procedures
- Shutdown Procedures
- Cleaning and Shutdown
- Documentation: Completing logs or reports as required by the employer or regulatory bodies.
Excavator 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 excavator operator must refuse to operate until the concern has been reported to the supervisor, any hazards are rectified, and safety conditions are met.
Excavator operators can get jobs in these departments like construction, agriculture, and civil engineering for digging, lifting, and material handling..
Excavator operator refresher course is required if an operator takes more than 2 years without operating the machine.
Excavator certification
After a successful excavator course assessment, a competence certificate is awarded to the driver by the accredited training provider registered in accordance with OSHA and TETA.
Excavator licence
After successful excavator course assessment. A competency license is awarded excavator driver
Excavator license renewal
Excavator licenses expire every 2 years, hence renewal or recertification or re to ensure that operators stay up to date with safety standards and best practices. Old copy of license is required
Excavator driving Course requirements
- A copy of id/passport
- 2 colour id photos
- Code 10 driver’s License
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Physically able
Key Benefits of excavator Operator Training at Zusiphe training Center:
- Increased Safety
- Improved Productivity
- Compliance
- Cost Savings
Excavator Jobs Opportunities
After the course you submit you CV to cv@cranestraining.com. There are recruitment agencies and employers who contact Zusiphe training centre for operators.
The competent excavator operator can submit CV to advertising sites like indeed, career junction, linkedin etc.
A comptent excavator license holder earns an average salary of R17263 per month or R104 per hour depending on the exprience of the driver and employer.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do I renew my excavator certificate and license?
After 2 years
How long is excavator couse?
Excavator training takes 7-10 days.
How much does a excavator training course cost?
Excavator course price is R5000
How much does a excavator operator earns in South Africa?
Excavator operator salary is at the average of R R17263 per month
What licence do you need to drive excavator?
code 10 Driver license
Where do I find excavator operator jobs in south Africa?
Try to identify construction, mining and quarrying companies/departments then contact then to you CV. Or Upload CVs site like career junction, indeed, pnet and Linkedin.
Do you help to get jobs?
Yes, Excavator school assist in finding a job, cv writing. By encouraging employers contact us on +27738519937.
How to Operate a excavator?
Manoeuvring a jointed cab and dump bed on uneven terrain, pre/post daily checks of the excavator, hauling, loading and dumping load, and safety requirements must be followed.
How to get a excavator License?
Zusiphe training Center on +27738519937
Excavator training academy offers accommodation to students willing to travel from all these locations like Durban, Pinetown, Richardsbay, Empangeni, Port shepstone, Ladysmith, Newcastle, Kokstad, Pietermaritzburg, Ladysmith, Vryheid, Ulundi, Stanger, Eshowe, Amanzimtoti, Isipingo, Umkomaas in KwazuluNatal(KZN).
Different provinces of South Africa(sa) Mthatha/Umtata, Butterworth, East London and Port Elizabeth in Eastern cape, Bloemfontein in free state, Pretoria, vereeniging, kempton park, alberton, Germiston and Johannesburg(JHB) in Gauteng, Polokwane and Lephalale in Limpopo, Nelspruit, Witbank, Secunda in Mpumalanga, Kimberley in Nothern cape, Rustenburg and Mafikeng in North West, Cape town in Western Cape etc.
We train students from other southern African countries Botswana, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Namibia, Swaziland, Zambia, Angola, Tanzania, Ghana, DR.Congo, Gabon, Kenya, Nigeria, Chadi, Mali, Sudan, Niger, Burkina faso, Guinea, Madagascar and Uganda etc. Since we free accommodation and job assistance.
