Course Details
Course Code:
WFTR 163
Precluded Courses:
None
Calendar Description:
Participants will learn safe operating practices and procedures for the safe operation of a skid steer loader. Statistics show that trained operators are less likely to become involved in costly incidents that cause personal injury, property damage, or product loss.
Date First Offered:
2006-01-01
Hours:
Total Hours: 6
Lecture Hours: 2
Field Experience Hours: 2
Other Contact Hours: 2
Total Weeks:
1
This course is offered online:
No
Pre-Requisites:
None
Non-Course Pre-Requisites:
None
Co-Requisites:
None
Rearticulation Submission:
No
Course Content:
Topics covered in this course are:
-Fundamentals of safe Skid Steer Loader operation
-Pre-use inspections
-Safe operation of the Skid Steer Loader and associated attachments
-Safe handling of loads
-Safe task procedures
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course participants will:
-Understand the design and limitations of a skid steer loader
-Know how to conduct a pre-use inspection of a skid steer loader
-Demonstrate safe operating procedures of a skid steer loader
-Know the roles and responsibilities for the safe operation of a skid steer loader and it's attachments
Grading System:
Pass/Fail
Passing Grade:
80% on written and practical
Grading Weight:
Final Exam: 100 %
Percentage of Individual Work:
100
Course Offered in Other Programs:
No
Additional Comments:
Students that do not follow provincial regulations while operating equipment will result in an automatic failure.
Text Books:
Required - NA, Skid Steer Loander Training