Duration
2 days of training with 8 weeks in between to allow for 160 hours of operation to be recorded in log book
Schedule
Please refer to our dates tab on our website or 'Register your Interest' to be notified of more upcoming dates as they are published.
NOTE: You must complete a compulsory pre-training review and language, literacy and numeracy quiz (PTR/LLN) before attending class.
Please Note: If a student fails any component of the assessment, either Practical or Theory, it maybe necessary to undertake a re-assessment at a future date. Any student requiring re-assessment will incur costs associated with providing this re-assessment depending on potential travel and Teacher time required.
Prerequisites
Minimum Age of 17 years old to complete this course.
Are there any inherent requirements that applicants need to be aware of to work in this industry?
Yes
What are these requirements?
Physical work involving lifting, standing for long periods of time or cardio activity
What You Learn
This is a short course program designed to give the learner skills and knowledge to safely and competently operate a Front end loader in the Civil Construction Industry.The course will involve a mix of theory and practical elements with a need for the learner to operate a Front end loader in their own workplace and fill in a log book to record operating hours. Once a minimum number of hours have been met the trainee will be assessed in their workplace to determine competency.There will also be the opportunity for operators who already have sufficient current experience to be assessed in order to formalise their existing knowledge and skills
Safe practical operation of a forklift.
What You Get
This is a short course program designed to give the learner skills and knowledge to safely and competently operate a Front end loader in the Civil Construction Industry.The course will involve a mix of theory and practical elements with a need for the learner to operate a Front end loader in their own workplace and fill in a log book to record operating hours. Once a minimum number of hours have been met the trainee will be assessed in their workplace to determine competency.There will also be the opportunity for operators who already have sufficient current experience to be assessed in order to formalise their existing knowledge and skills
You’ll also receive credit and certification for the following accredited unit from RII30820 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations:
RIIMPO321F Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations
Materials to Bring
Pen and notepaper.
Photo identification (including your date of birth).
Dress Code
Personal Protective Equipment
- Safety boots
- High Viz clothing
- Industry specific clothing (overalls etc.)
Description
The program will involve an initial one day training session with the assessor in the employee’s workplace which will be a mix of theory and practical training. This will be followed by the employee spending time on the machine (a recommended 144 hours) in the workplace performing various tasks as the workplace dictates under supervision of a suitable person. All details to be recorded in a log book and signed off by the employee’s supervisor. This will then be followed up by a second visit to the workplace where the student will be assessed to determine competence.For experienced operators who already have considerable skills and do not require further training there will be the opportunity to undertake the assessment component of the course. For these operators a list of assessment tasks will be given to them prior to assessment so they fully understand what we be expected during the assessment. They will also need to provide third party verification of at least 160 hours operation of an front end loader.
Enrolment Requirements
Pre-training Review - you must complete a compulsory pre-training review before attending class.
Prior to your enrolment a pre-training review will be conducted with you to confirm that the course you are seeking to enrol into meets your individual needs. The link will be emailed to you upon your booking. Failure to complete will incur a $20 administration fee for a booking cancellation or transfer.
Unique Student Identifier Number - you must have a USI number to book your place
Accreditation
You’ll also receive credit for the following accredited unit from RII30820 - Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations:
RIIMPO321F Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations
Student Support
At South West TAFE we’re here to help you complete your studies happily and successfully.
From the moment you start thinking about course options until you finish, you’ll have access to a range of student support options, covering enrolment, education, social and personal issues, including:
- Education Pathway Officers who can help you with information sessions, fee payment options, TAFE and university pathways, career pathways and campus tours
- A DHHS registered Disability Support Team
- Koorie Liaison Officer
- Student Wellbeing Officer supporting your personal and social needs
- Library and Research Centre
- Bookshop supplying a range of textbooks and stationery
- Student Learning Support including literacy and numeracy