Underground Dump Truck Operator Training

Machine Orientation

1. What's Underground dump Truck
2. Functions of Underground dump Truck
3. Types of Underground dump Truck
4. Components (Parts) of Underground dump Truck 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 Underground dump Truck 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 Underground dump Truck

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
6. Responding to breakdowns or accidents
7. Fire safety and evacuation plans
8. Communication protocols underground (radio use)

Operating Procedures

1. Demonstrate the functions of face Underground dump Truck 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. Controls and dashboard overview
5. Steering and maneuvering in confined spaces
6. Loading and unloading techniques underground
7. Speed control in tunnels and ramps
8. Maintaining safe distance from other vehicles and workers
9. Navigation of underground roads and intersections
10. Dealing with poor visibility and low light conditions

Post-Operation Procedures

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

Underground dump Truck 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 Underground dump Truck operator must refuse to operate until the concern has been reported to the supervisor, any hazards are rectified, and safety conditions are met.

Underground dump Truck operators can get jobs in these departments like mining, construction and quarrying.

Mining Underground dump Truck 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.

Underground dump Truck certification

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

Underground dump Truck operator licence

After successful Underground dump Truck course assessment. A competency license is awarded operator

Underground dump Truck license renewal

Underground dump Truck 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

Underground dump Truck 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