Who Should Attend

This course is designed for anyone wishing to undertake formal training and a qualification in loading and securing plant to the correct type of low loader.

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Course Aim

To provide delegates with a thorough understanding of the hazards associated with incorrect procedures when operating the equipment. To give consideration to best practice securing methods and to have a working knowledge of various manouvering techniques of the vehicle and plant operated.

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Training Methods

A high proportion of hands-on demonstration and practical exercises, supplemented with classroom briefing sessions and tutorials.

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Locations

Client Site.

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Additional Information

This course can be delivered at a clients' site with the necessary equipment - it is important that a relevant trailer and plant equipment large enough to cover each of the below areas is supplied,

Delegates attending this course should be 18+ years and be physically and mentally fit to withstand the rigours of training.

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Course Content

• Health & Safety at Work Act

• Accident statistics

• Conduct pre operational checks

• Configure the trailer ready for loading or unloading

• Consider the risks i.e. overhead cables, the weight of the equipment and the ground used

• Load or direct items of plant onto and off the transporting vehicle

• Demonstrate the various methods of securing plant items

• Secure plant for travel on the public highway

• Post work checks

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