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Loading Shovel Training (August 2019)
19 August, 2019 - 23 August, 2019

We are running a 5 day CPCS loading shovel course (A21).
Spaces are limited to a maximum of 3 learners.
This course covers the basics in shovel operation and maintenance, with a CPCS technical test on the final day.
Please get in touch for more information.
Outcomes
Through a combination of targeted training and experience, an individual with the wheeled loading shovel will be able to:
Roles and responsibilities
- Describe the nature of the sector of industry and their role and responsibilities as a plant operator
Preparing for work
- Name and explain the purpose of principal components, the basic construction, controls and terminology
- Conform with manufacturer’s requirements as per the operator’s handbook, other types of information source and relevant regulations and legislation
- Undertake all pre-use checks
Travelling and manoeuvring
- Configure and set for site and highway travel
- Travel over rough, undulating ground, substantial inclines and level surfaces; laden and unladen
- Manoeuvre in confined spaces
Setting up for work
- Configure and set for extraction and loading duties
- Explain actions required for hazards, underground and overhead services
Working tasks
- Extract differing types of materials from stockpiles and other sources
- Form stockpiles of segregated materials and construct (temporary) ramps
- Sort and place materials into transporting vehicles and hoppers
- Spread and level ground and materials
Shutting down
- Carry out shut down and securing procedures
- Explain the loading and unloading procedures for machine transporting
ACOP offer the full range of CPCS-accredited courses. This listing is an example of what we have forthcoming. However, please contact us will any individual requirements, or to ask for any cancellations and last minute offers.