NPORS Suction Excavator

COURSE CONTENT:

To provide knowledge and understanding in the following areas:

• Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a suction excavator operator
• Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular suction excavator to be used
• Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
• Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements
• Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for suction excavator use
• Explain the different types of suction excavators their advantages and disadvantages when excavating material
• Safely mount and dismount the machine
• Start and stop the engine, compressor and suction hoses safely and efficiently
• Be able to demonstrate how to safely and efficiently use the remote control
• Configure the machine for travel and manoeuvre it safely to the work position in open and confined areas
• Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
• Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and correctly configure in readiness to carry out excavating tasks
• Demonstrate an emergency stop explaining all relevant safety precautions
• Carry out excavating tasks
• Fit and remove different attachments
• Explain and demonstrate how to deposit material from the suction excavator safely and efficiently
• Environmental considerations
• Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures