Utility vehicle Operator Training

Utility vehicle operator course teaches operators how to safely and effectively pre/post-inspect, operate a surface or underground utility vehicle.

Unit Standard No: 244452
Unit Standard Credits: 2
NQF Level: 02
Unit standard title : Transport persons, material and equipment by means of an interchangeable-saddle utility vehicle in an underground mine
Compliance: TETA
Utility vehicle Training cost: R6000
Utility vehicle course duration: 7 days

Utility vehicle Training course.

Utility vehicle 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 utility vehicle under supervision to demonstrate their competence in operating the equipment.
Assessment: Assessors and moderators assess utility vehicle learners to whether they are competent or not

Machine Orientation

  1. What's a utility vehicle
  2. Functions of utility vehicle
  3. Types of utility vehicle
  4. Components (Parts) of utility vehicle and their functions (bucket, articulation joints, cab, engine, hydraulics)
  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 utility vehicle indicators

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

Safe operation procedures of mining shuttle car

  1. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
  2. Site Safety
  3. Hazards and associated risks
  4. Operating in Confined Spaces
  5. Emergency procedures and first aid

Operating Procedures

  1. Starting and shutting down safely
  2. Maneuvering in confined underground spaces
  3. Loading and unloading materials
  4. Speed limits and traffic rules on site
  5. Managing load balance and center of gravity

Post-Operation Procedures

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

Shuttle car machine 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 utility vehicle operator must refuse to operate until the concern has been reported to the supervisor, any hazards are rectified, and safety conditions are met.

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

Mining utility vehicle 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.

Utility vechicle certification

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

Utility vechicle operator licence

After successful shuttle car course assessment. A competency license is awarded operator

Utility vehicle license renewal

Shuttle car 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

Utility vehicle operator Course requirements

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

Key Benefits of Shuttle car Operator Training at Cranes training Center:

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

Utility vehicle Jobs Opportunities

After the course you submit you CV to cv@cranestraining.com. There are recruitment agencies and employers who contact Cranes training centre for operators.

The competent shuttle car operator can submit CV to advertising sites like indeed, career junction, linkedin etc.

A comptent utility vehicle 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

How much is the lhd scoop course in South Africa?

Lhd scoop course price is R6000

How long is lhd scoop couse?

Lhd scoop training takes 7-10 days.

How much does a utility vehicle operators make in South Africa?

Utility vehicle operator salary is at the average of R R17263 per month

What licence do you need to operate utility vehicle?

None

When do I renew my shuttle car certificate and license?

After 2 years

Where do I find mine utility vehicle operator jobs in south Africa?

Try to identify 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, shuttle car school assist in finding a job, cv writing. By encouraging employers contact us on +27738519937.

How to Operate a utility vehicle?

How to get a utility vehicle operator certificate?

Cranes training Center on +27738519937

Utility vehicle 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.

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