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1 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE CC CC1995/036574/23 F J de Klerk Learning Programme Content years of delivering superior quality training to our clients. 0

2 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Lifting Machine Type: Counterbalance Forklift (F1/F2/F3/F4) Unit Standard Name: Operate counter-balanced lift truck Unit Standard: NQF 3 CREDITS 7 (TETA Accredited Certificate) Course duration: NCOP requirement: Minimum 40 hours, maximum 4 learners 5-days. Course content: MODULE 1 TYPES OF LIFT TRUCKS Types of Forklifts The Counterbalance Forklift The Reach Truck The Pedestrian Controlled Stacker The Powered Pallet Truck The Order Picker The Turret Truck The Side Loader Forklift The Rough Terrain Forklift The Telescopic Boom Type Rough Terrain Forklift Principles of Operation Counterbalance Forklifts The Load Centre The Centre of the Load The Fulcrum Principles of Leverage The Seesaw Equilibrium The Principles of Stability in Counterbalance Forklifts Conditions that may influence the Stability of Counterbalance Forklifts Load Centre When it is most stable The combined centre of gravity Centre of gravity in the bearing surface Different types of handling different centre of gravity positions Lifting height Position of the mast Condition of ground surface Effects of using attachments MODULE 2 Major Forklift Components Counterbalance Forklift General View General View - Instrument Panel General View Drivers Compartment Major Forklift Components: 2

3 The Counterbalance Forklift Chassis The Counterbalance Forklift Overhead Guard The Counterbalance Forklift Counterweight The Counterbalance Forklift Driver s Compartment The Counterbalance Forklift Mast Sections - The Two Stage Mast - The Three Stage Mast The Counterbalance Forklift Fork Carriage The Counterbalance Forklift Forks The Counterbalance Forklift Load Backrest The Counterbalance Forklift Lift Chains The Hydraulic Cylinders The Steering System Wheels The Braking System The Drive Train The Parts of an Engine Starting System Lubrication System Fuel System Exhaust System Electrical System Parts of the Cooling System (only combustion engines, diesel, petrol) Parts of the Hydraulic System Electric powered forklift Parts of the Electrical System (battery power) Symbols for Controls of forklift trucks MODULE 3 Legislation Occupational Health and Safety Act, General duties of employers to their employees Occupational Health and Safety Act, Duty to inform Occupational Health and Safety Act, General duties of employees at work Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 General Safety Regulations 2. Personal safety equipment and facilities Personal Protective Equipment Occupational Health and Safety Act, Lifting Machines and Lifting Tackle Regulation 18 (1) Regulation 18 (2) Regulation 18 (5) Regulation 18 (6) Regulation 18 (7) Regulation 18 (8) Regulation MODULE 4 Pre Start Checks MODULE 5 Start Up Checks MODULE 6 Close Down Checks MODULE 7 Refuelling the Counterbalance Forklift Refuelling the Diesel/Petrol Forklift Refuelling the Liquid Petroleum Gas Forklift When Charging the battery powered Forklift 2

4 MODULE 8 Recognising different Loads Recognising different pallet/containers used by industry Two way entry pallets Non reversible Reversible Pallet Collars Collapsible Pallet Collars Cages Containers Pallet stacking frames Sheet metal boxes Slip sheet Boxes and crates Loads without bearers Large loads Unbalanced loads Long loads Hazardous loads Cargo handling labels MODULE 9 Stacking and De stacking Loads Before attempting to stack a load, check the following What is the capacity plate on the forklift? The capacity plate on the forklift provide you with the following information Where to find the capacity plate on the forklift Using the capacity plate How to interpret the capacity plate on the forklift When collecting a load Entering the gangway Positioning the forklift De stacking the Load above ground level Positioning the forklift Exiting the gangway When transporting the load MODULE 10 Loading and off loading loads Loading and off loading tucks/trailers Before loading or off loading loads from trucks/trailers you must Loading and off loading containers MODULE 11 Safety Aspects Forklift Safety What is a risk assessment Why is a risk assessment important What do you want to achieve with a risk assessment How do you do a risk assessment How are the hazards identified How do you know if the hazard is serious (poses a risk) How do you rank or prioritise the risks What options exist to rank or prioritise risks Definitions for likelihood of harm Definitions for severity of harm Potential severity of harm Definition of risk level What are methods of hazard control Is there a procedure for identifying risks What is a sample risk assessment form General Safety Safety while performing the pre start checks Safety during refuelling Safety during close down 2

5 Safety during operation Safety during travelling Safety during lifting, stacking and de-stacking Checking load stability and condition 2

6 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Lifting Machine Type: Pedestrian Controlled Stacker (F6/F7) Powered Pallet Truck (F12) Unit Standard Name: Operate defined purpose lift truck Unit Standard: NQF 2 CREDITS 4 (TETA Accredited Certificate) Course duration: NCOP requirement: Minimum 40 hours, maximum 4 learners 5-days. Course content: MODULE 1 TYPES OF LIFT TRUCKS MODULE 2 PARTS & FUNCTIONS OF LIFT TRUCKS Basic parts Controls Drive / steering / braking example MODULE 3 PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION Principles of a lever Load capacity plates Attachments Specification plate MODULE 4 LIFT TRUCK SAFETY Operational safety Lifting operation safety Travelling General lift operations Driving on public roads Workplace operation record worksheet MODULE 5 DAILY CHECKS Daily Checks Pre Start checks Operational start up check Close down check Lift truck operator: Daily check list MODULE 6 CHANGING BATTERIES General safety practices Battery Using a hydrometer Battery changing 2

7 MODULE 7 MECHANICAL APPRECIATION Mechanical system Hydraulic system Tyre and wheel Controls Braking Electrical system Lift truck trouble shooting guide MODULE 8 LOG BOOKS Lift truck operator: Battery specific gravity daily log sheet Lift truck operator Accident report sheet Lift truck operator: Lift truck defect report MODULE 9 LOAD RECOGNITION Pallet types Common defects Block stacking Types of loads Hazardous cargo Documentation Tremcard Consignment note Pictorial labels Load handling Correct procedure Vehicle loading General safety signs Types of racking Pallet handling information MODULE 10 PRACTICAL LIFT TRUCK OPERATION General operations Confined gangway stacking Loading and off loading 2

8 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Lifting Machine Type: Reach Lift Truck (F5) Order Picker Lift Truck (F8/F9) Unit Standard Name: Operate advanced defined purpose lift truck Unit Standard: NQF 3 CREDITS 7 (TETA Accredited Certificate) Course duration: NCOP Minimum 40 hours, maximum 4 learners 5days. Course content: Module 1: Lift truck & attachment identification Module 2: Parts & functions of lift truck Module 3: Principles of operation Module 4: Safety guide Module 5: Daily checks Module 6: Changing batteries Module 7: Mechanical appreciation Module 8: Log books Module 9: Load recognition Module 10: Manoeuvring, clearances & practical driving 2

9 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Lifting Machine Type: Bell three wheel operator Unit Standard Name: Operate rough terrain/earthmoving/agricultural equipment Unit Standard: / 8038 CREDITS 6 (TETA Accredited Certificate) Course duration: NCOP requirement: Minimum 40 hours, maximum 4 learners 5days. Course content: MODULE 1: REGULATORY FRAMEWORKError! Bookmark not defined. Error! Bookmark not defined. Occupational Health & Safety Act (Act 85/93)Error! Bookmark not defined. General Safety Regulations Personal Safety Equipment And Facilities PPE applicable To lifting machine operators Stacking Of Articles General Machinery Regulations Safeguarding Of Machinery Operation Of Machinery OHASA Reg 18(11) Lifting Machines And Lifting Tackle Safety Code of Practice General aspects Handling The Load Recommended Physical Requirements Slinging Responsibilities Procedures and Precautions In conclusion Assessing risks How To Carry Out A Risk Assessment In Your Operating Environment Risk Assessment Safety Precautions Working with or near cranes Clear The Area MODULE 2: DESCRIBE EQUIPMENT Lift Truck And Attachments Lift truck attachments Typical tri-wheeler attachments 2

10 MODULE 3: MECHANICAL AWARENESS Parts And Functions Of A Lift Truck Basic Lift Truck parts Mechanical Appreciation Engine Fuel system Oil system Batteries Frame Hydraulic system Wheel drives General systems description Lift Truck Trouble Shooting Guide MODULE 4: INSPECTIONS Daily Checks Pre-start check Operational checks Close down checks Log Books MODULE 5: HANDLE LOADS Principles Of Operation Example : load capacity plates Specification plate example Load Recognition Types of pallets Types of loads Hazardous cargo Documentation Labels Load Handling Vehicle loading General safety signs Types of racking Pallet handling information MODULE 6: OPERATE EQUIPMENT Lift Truck Safety Safety during operations Unauthorised modifications - ROPS and FOPS Warning signs Fire Dangerous goods Refuelling/ Changing Batteries Petrol / diesel Gas Battery Using a hydrometer 2

11 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Lifting Machine Type: Pendant Controlled Overhead Crane (C30P) Remote Controlled Overhead Crane (C30R) Unit Standard Name: Operate a pendant controlled overhead crane Unit Standard: NQF CREDITS 5 (TETA Accredited Certificate) Course duration: NCOP Minimum 40 hours, maximum 4 learners 5days. Course content: MODULE 1 Types of Overhead Cranes Overhead Electric Chain Hoist Suspended Rolling Beam Suspended Monorail Single Girder Overhead Crane Double Girder Overhead Crane Semi-Goliath Overhead Crane Single Girder Goliath Crane Double Girder Goliath Crane Goliath Crane with Cantilever Controlling Overhead Cranes Types of controls Pendant Controlled Cranes Radio / Remote Controlled Cranes MODULE 2 Major Components Major Crane Components Crane Bridge End Carriage Cross Travel Trolley Access Ladder Access Platform Long travel Drive Unit Cross Travel Drive Unit Hoist Unit Hook Block Hoist Rope Buffers Rail/s Gantry Rail Stops Cross Travel Conductors Long travel Conductors Main Isolator Switch On/off Switch/Emergency Isolator Switch Hoist Limit Switches

12 Travel Limit Switches Power Supply Cables Electrical Cabinets Anti two block device Siren/Warning devices Brakes of the Crane MODULE 3 Legislation General duties of employers to their employees Duty to inform General duties of employees at work General Safety Regulations 2. Personal safety equipment and facilities Driven Machinery Regulations Lifting Machines and Lifting Tackle Regulation 18 (1) Regulation 18 (2) Regulation 18 (3) Regulation 18 (4) Regulation 18 (5) Regulation 18 (6) Regulation 18 (7) Regulation 18 (8) Regulation 18 (9) Regulation 18 (10) Regulation MODULE 4 Operational Checks Completing the Checklist Personal Protective Equipment MODULE 5 Control Operational Check MODULE 6 Parking the Crane Parking The Cabin Control Crane Parking The Pendant Control Crane Parking The Radio Control Crane MODULE 7 Correcting a swinging load MODULE 8 Hand Signals MODULE 9 Types of Lifting Tackle Chain Slings Shackles Natural fibre Rope Wire Rope Slings Synthetic Slings MODULE 10 Inspection of Lifting Tackle Chain Sling Inspection Inspection of Shackles Inspection of Natural Fibre Rope Inspection of Wire Rope Slings Inspection of Man Made Fibre Rope

13 MODULE 11 Correct use of Lifting Tackle Correct use of Slings Factors affecting the safe working loads of a sling Correct use of the Shackles Correct use of Eyebolts Methods of slinging loads Single vertical hitch Single basket hitch Double basket hitch Double wrap hitch Single choker hitch Doubled choker Double choker hitch Double wrap choker hitch Endless sling MODULE 12 Lifting and transporting loads What is the task What is the weight of the load The crane s safe working load Hoist drum spooling Two blocking Wind speed Visibility Taglines General Safety Planning load path Lowering the load MODULE 13 Safety Aspects What is risk assessment Why is risk assessment important What do you want to achieve with risk assessment How do you do a risk assessment How are the hazards identified How do you know if the hazard is serious (poses a risk) How do you rank or prioritise risks Definitions for likelihood of harm Definition of severity of harm Potential severity of harm Definition of risk level What are methods of hazard control Is there procedure For identifying risks What is a simple risk assessment form Safety Aspects: Checking the Crane Slinging loads Lifting and Transporting loads

14 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Lifting Machine Type: Cabin Controlled Overhead Crane (C31) Unit Standard Name: Operate a Cabin Controlled overhead crane Unit Standard: NQF CREDITS 8 (TETA Accredited Certificate) Course duration: NCOP Minimum 40 hours, maximum 4 learners 5days. Course content: MODULE 1 Types of Overhead Cranes Overhead Electric Chain Hoist Suspended Rolling Beam Suspended Monorail Single Girder Overhead Crane Double Girder Overhead Crane Semi-Goliath Overhead Crane Single Girder Goliath Crane Double Girder Goliath Crane Goliath Crane with Cantilever Controlling Overhead Cranes Types of controls Pendant Controlled Cranes Radio / Remote Controlled Cranes MODULE 2 Major Components Major Crane Components Crane Bridge End Carriage Cross Travel Trolley Access Ladder Access Platform Long travel Drive Unit Cross Travel Drive Unit Hoist Unit Hook Block Hoist Rope Buffers Rail/s Gantry Rail Stops Cross Travel Conductors Long travel Conductors Main Isolator Switch On/off Switch/Emergency Isolator Switch Hoist Limit Switches Travel Limit Switches

15 Power Supply Cables Electrical Cabinets Anti two block device Siren/Warning devices Brakes of the Crane MODULE 3 Legislation General duties of employers to their employees Duty to inform General duties of employees at work General Safety Regulations 2. Personal safety equipment and facilities Driven Machinery Regulations Lifting Machines and Lifting Tackle Regulation 18 (1) Regulation 18 (2) Regulation 18 (3) Regulation 18 (4) Regulation 18 (5) Regulation 18 (6) Regulation 18 (7) Regulation 18 (8) Regulation 18 (9) Regulation 18 (10) Regulation MODULE 4 Operational Checks Completing the Checklist Personal Protective Equipment MODULE 5 Control Operational Check MODULE 6 Parking the Crane Parking The Cabin Control Crane Parking The Pendant Control Crane Parking The Radio Control Crane MODULE 7 Correcting a swinging load MODULE 8 Hand Signals MODULE 9 Types of Lifting Tackle Chain Slings Shackles Natural fibre Rope Wire Rope Slings Synthetic Slings MODULE 10 Inspection of Lifting Tackle Chain Sling Inspection Inspection of Shackles Inspection of Natural Fibre Rope Inspection of Wire Rope Slings Inspection of Man Made Fibre Rope

16 MODULE 11 Correct use of Lifting Tackle Correct use of Slings Factors affecting the safe working loads of a sling Correct use of the Shackles Correct use of Eyebolts Methods of slinging loads Single vertical hitch Single basket hitch Double basket hitch Double wrap hitch Single choker hitch Doubled choker Double choker hitch Double wrap choker hitch Endless sling MODULE 12 Lifting and transporting loads What is the task What is the weight of the load The crane s safe working load Hoist drum spooling Two blocking Wind speed Visibility Taglines General Safety Planning load path Lowering the load MODULE 13 Safety Aspects What is risk assessment Why is risk assessment important What do you want to achieve with risk assessment How do you do a risk assessment How are the hazards identified How do you know if the hazard is serious (poses a risk) How do you rank or prioritise risks Definitions for likelihood of harm Definition of severity of harm Potential severity of harm Definition of risk level What are methods of hazard control Is there procedure For identifying risks What is a simple risk assessment form Safety Aspects: Checking the Crane Slinging loads Lifting and Transporting loads

17 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Lifting Machine Type: Truck Mounted Crane (C32) Unit Standard Name: Operate truck-mounted cranes Unit Standard: NQF CREDITS 8 (TETA Accredited Certificate) Course duration: NCOP Minimum 40 hours, maximum 4 learners 5days. Course content: MODULE 1 Types of Cranes MODULE 2 Major Components Major Crane Components Hydraulic System Tuck Components Crane Components Small to medium sized cranes Medium to large size cranes Crane Structure Crane sub-frame Crane mast/column Crane Boom Hydraulic Cylinders Outrigger Legs Control Levers Pipes and hoses Pressure Relieve Valve/Overload Valve Attachments MODULE 3 Legislation General duties of employers to their employees Duty to inform General duties of employees at work General Safety Regulations 2. Personal safety equipment and facilities Driven Machinery Regulations Lifting Machines and Lifting Tackle Regulation 18 (1) Regulation 18 (2) Regulation 18 (3) Regulation 18 (4) Regulation 18 (5) Regulation 18 (6) Regulation 18 (7) Regulation 18 (8) Regulation 18 (9)

18 Regulation 18 (10) Regulation MODULE 4 Pre-Operational Checks Completing the checklist Personal protective equipment MODULE 5 Start Up Checks MODULE 6 Set-up procedure for the crane The operating area Ground conditions Setting up the crane Engaging the Power Take Off Unit Lowering Outrigger Legs Extracting the Outrigger Legs Extending the outrigger leg cylinder Position of outrigger leg base plate on blocking Unfolding the Boom Slewing the crane Extending the Boom Additional crane functions and controls MODULE 7 Shut-down procedure for the crane Stowing the crane Retracting the Outrigger leg cylinders Manually retractable outriggers Hydraulically retractable outriggers Disengaging Power Take Off MODULE 8 Hand Signals MODULE 9 Types of Lifting Tackle Chain Slings Shackles Natural Fibre Rope Wire Rope Slings Synthetic Slings MODULE 10 Inspection of Lifting Tackle Chain Sling Inspection Inspection of Shackles Inspection of Natural Fibre Rope Inspection of Wire Rope Slings Inspection of Man Made Fibre Rope MODULE 11 Correct use of Lifting Tackle Correct use of Slings Factors Affecting the safe working loads of the sling Correct use of shackles Correct use of eyebolts Methods of slinging loads Single Vertical Hitch Single Basket Hitch Double Basket Hitch Double Wrap Basket Hitch Single Choker Hitch Doubled choker Double Choker Hitch

19 Double Wrap Choker Hitch Endless Sling MODULE 12 Lifting and Transporting loads What is the task What is the weight of the load The crane s safe working load Parking the truck The Principle of Operation of the Truck Mounted Crane Principle of Leverage Determine load radius to lift the load Determine capability of crane Crane load chart Determine the load radius to lower the load Maintain safe Working Load Limits Electronic overload equipment Emergency off Switch Load moment indicator Hoist drum Spooling Two Blocking Wind Speed Visibility Taglines General Safety Lifting the load Lowering the load MODULE 13 Safety Aspects What is risk assessment Why is risk assessment important What do you want to achieve with risk assessment How do you do a risk assessment How are the hazards identified How do you know the hazard is serious (poses a risk) How do you rank or prioritise the risks What options exist to rank or prioritise risks Definitions for likelihood of harm Definitions for severity of harm Definition of Risk Level What are methods of hazard control Is there a procedure for identifying risks What is a sample risk assessment form Safety Aspects: Checking the crane Slinging loads Lifting and transporting loads

20 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Lifting Machine Type: Hydraulic Mobile Crane up to 50 ton (C33) Hydraulic Crane Pick and Carry up to 50 ton (C34) Lattice Boom Mobile Truck Crane up to 50 ton (C37) Lattice Boom Mobile Crawler Crane up to 50 ton (C38) Hydraulic Mobile Crane up to 15 ton (C43) Unit Standard Name: Operate a Mobile Crane Unit Standard: NQF CREDITS 20 (TETA Accredited Certificate) Course duration: NCOP requirement: Minimum 40 hours, maximum 4 learners 5days. Course content: 1. FUNCTIONS OF A MOBILE CRANE Different Types Of Cranes Physical Requirements For Hydraulic Mobile Crane Operators How Hydraulic Cranes Work It's All About Hydraulics Parts Of A Hydraulic Truck Crane In The Operator's Seat The Basic Operating Requirements Of The Crane The Basic Construction And Main Components Hydraulic Mobile Crane Components The Vehicle Or Carrier 2. SAFETY & SUITABILITY OF CRANE Legislation Pertaining To Crane Operation Occupational Health & Safety Act (Act 85/93) General Safety Regulations General Machinery Regulations Definitions Lifting Machines And Lifting Tackle Crane Operating Principles Leverage Centre Of Gravity Boom Deflection Crane Outriggers Capacity Ratings Effect Of The Wind On The Crane PPE Applicable To Hydraulic Mobile Crane Operators How To Carry Out A Risk Assessment In Your Operating Environment

21 What Are The Risks Which May Arise From The Use Of Equipment? What Can Be Done To Reduce The Risks? Controlling The Risk Site/Job Planning Procedures Identify Hazards Hazard Control Emergency Procedures Safety Precautions Machine Operation And Maintenance (Safe Equipment) Operator Training And Knowledge (Safe Operator) Workplace Inspection And Safety (Safe Site) Machine Inspection (Safe Plant) General 3. INSPECT THE CRANE Operating Checks The Purpose Of Operating Checks: Lower-Works Preparing A Carrier For A Trip Know The Carrier Inspecting The Carrier Upper-Works Upper-Works Components Starting The Carrier Preliminary Tests Servicing And Daily Checks 4. OPERATE A MOBILE CRANE Communication Communicating Considerations Important Safe Operating Standards Setting Up The Outrigger Legs Use Of Crane Guidelines For Safe Handling Of Loads Operating The Mobile Hydraulic Crane Operator s Cab The Kruger System Load Moment Indicator Overhead Power Lines Operator Responsibilities Operation Abnormal Noises/Warning Signs Non Compliance Actions Slinging Operations Slinging Methods Centre Of Gravity Eccentric Loading With Multiple Legged Slings. Load Distribution On Slings Use Of Bow Shackle General Handling Taglines Structural Steel Reinforcing Steel Bars Loose Items Formwork Shutters Rubbish Bins Handling Steel Plate Pallets Turning Over Loads

22 Ropes And Chains Flexible Steel Wire Rope Wedge Rope Sockets Lifting Chain Flat Webbing And Round Synthetic Slings Fibre Rope Accessories Do s And Do Not s Working With Shackles Working With Eye Bolts Spreader And Equaliser Beams Working With Webbing Slings Stacking General Clearance Stacking Steel Plate Stacking Rolled Steel Coils And Other Round Loads Stacking Timber Pigstying Bends And Hitches Safety Code Of Practice Handling The Load Alcohol Slinging Responsibilities Planning Supply And Care Of Equipment Slinging Operation Procedures And Precautions General Housekeeping

23 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Lifting Machine Type: Hydraulic Mobile Crane above 50 ton (C35) Hydraulic Crane Pick and Carry above 50 ton (C36) Lattice Boom Mobile Truck Crane above 50 ton (C39) Lattice Boom Mobile Crawler Crane above 50 ton (C40) Unit Standard Name: Operate Heavy Crane Unit Standard: NQF CREDITS 14 (TETA Accredited Certificate) Course duration: NCOP requirement: Minimum 40 hours, maximum 4 learners 5days. Course content: MODULE 1 TYPES OF CRANES Crane Types MODULE 2: PARTS & FUNCTIONS Basic Parts Cab Vehicle cab controls Crane cab controls (levers) Operator s control panel Crane cab controls (joysticks) MODULE 3 CRANE SAFETY Operator responsibilities General precautions Power Lines Working near transmitters Crane safety inspections MODULE 4 DAILY CHECKS Pre-start checks Daily pre-start checklist Start up checks Levers Joysticks Extent of tests Check pedal operation Shutting down the crane Normal procedure On site (if work not yet completed)

24 MODULE 5 PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION Principles of a lever Centre of gravity Leverage & stability Side loading (dragging) Wind loading Load swing Boom angle indicators MODULE 6 MECHANICAL APPRECIATION Carrier Engine Cooling and fuel systems Diesel engine drive assembly Transmission & Drop box Transfer case Axles. Outriggers & Supporting ram Brake system Suspension system Cardan shafts Fuel tank & steering system Hydraulic tank Superstructure Hydraulic system Slewing gear Hoist gear Luffing & ballasting. Batteries Telescoping boom Crane controls, load indicator and console (monitor) Troubleshooting MODULE 7 LOAD CAPACITIES Terminology Radius Boom angle Sweep area Quadrants of operation On rubber capacity Pick up and carry lifts Net capacity Range diagrams and Load charts Net capacity MODULE 8 ROPES & RIGGING Rigging Principles Wire rope Rope inspection Fitting a new rope Crane wire rope inspection Chains Reeving Hooks Shackles Eyebolts Turnbuckles - types Swivel hoist rings Wedge sockets Wire rope clamps Wire rope splicing procedures Steel wire rope slings and slinging do s Steel wire rope slings and slinging dont s Sling safe mass load in tons using a factor of 6:1

25 Safe mass load of two-legged steel wire rope slings in tons using a factor of 6:1 MODULE 9 CRANE SIGNALS MODULE 10 OPERATING PROCEDURES

26 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Lifting Machine Type: Tower Crane Top Slew (C41) Tower Crane Bottom Slew (C42) Unit Standard Name: Operate a Tower Crane Unit Standard: NQF CREDITS 20 (TETA Accredited Certificate) Course duration: NCOP requirement: Minimum 40 hours, maximum 4 learners 5days. Course content: Types Of Tower Cranes Components Of A Tower Crane Crane Controls Limit Switches Load And Radius Indicators Brakes Rated Capacities Load Diagrams Legislation Driven Machinery Regulations/Regulation 18 Personal Safety Equipment And Facilities Stacking Of Articles/General Safety Regulation 8 Definitions Lifting Machines And Lifting Tackle Loads And Self-Erecting Tower Cranes Principle Of Balance Rated Capacities Load Diagrams Wind Weather Vaning Error! Bookmark not defined. Weather Vaning - Manually Wind Speeds Load Swing Buried Loads Accessories Load Assessment Dragging Or Snigging Of Loads Precautions For Lifting Loads Suspension Of Persons By Crane How To Carry Out A Risk Assessment In Your Operating Environment What Are The Risks Which May Arise From The Use Of Equipment? What Can Be Done To Reduce The Risks? Controlling The Risk Safety Precautions Machine Operation And Maintenance (Safe Equipment) Operator Training And Knowledge (Safe Operator) Workplace Inspection And Safety (Safe Site)

27 Machine Inspection (Safe Plant) General Site/ Job Planning Procedures Identify Hazards Hazard Control Emergency Procedures Operating Checks The Purpose Of Operating Checks: Maintenance Procedures Preliminary Crane Inspections Pre-Operational Crane Functions Travelling Slewing Traversing Set-Up Crane Erecting A Tower Crane Telescoping Or Increasing The Height Of The Tower Crane The Essential Stages Are As Follows: Preliminary Base Set-Up Counterweights Site Hazard Control Slewing Area Hazard General Rules For Packing Under Outriggers: Assemble / Disassemble Responsibilities Tower Crane Safety Requirements Crane Operation Operating Crane Wind Speeds Crane Access Load Swing Direct Lifting Leaving The Crane Aircraft Hazard Control Hoist Motion Catching The Hook Lowering Overhauling Weight Electrical Faults Breakdown Long Traveling Abnormal Noises/Warning Signs Non Compliance Actions Special Operations Climbing The Crane Multiple Crane Lifting Emergency Lowering Shutdown Crane Slinging And Handling A Load Slinging Methods Multi-Legged Slings Load Distribution On Slings Use Of Bow Shackle General Handling Taglines Structural Steel Reinforcing Steel Bars Loose Items Formwork Shutters Rubbish Bins

28 Handling Steel Plate Pallets Turning Over Loads Ropes And Chains Flexible Steel Wire Rope Wedge Rope Sockets Lifting Chain Flat Webbing And Round Synthetic Slings Fibre Rope Error! Bookmark not defined. Do And Do Not s Working With Shackles Working With Eye Bolts Spreader And Equaliser Beams Working With Webbing Slings Stacking General Clearance Stacking Steel Plate Stacking Rolled Steel Coils And Other Round Loads Stacking Timber Pigstying Bends And Hitches Safety Code Of Practice Handling The Load Alcohol Slinging Responsibilities Planning Supply And Care Of Equipment Slinging Operation Procedures And Precautions General Housekeeping Communication General Conventional Radio Directions For Crane Operators Other Signals Personal Protective Equipment (Ppe) Safety Helmets Gloves Eye Protection Hearing Protection Footwear Sun Protection First Aid

29 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Lifting Machine Type: Telescopic Boom Handler (C46) Unit Standard Name: Operate a Telescopic Boom Handler Unit Standard: NQF CREDITS 10 (TETA Accredited Certificate) Course duration: NCOP requirement: Minimum 40 hours, maximum 4 learners 5days. Course content: SECTION ONE: REGULATORY FRAMEWORK Exercise Occupational Health & Safety Act (Act 85/93) General Safety Regulations Personal Safety Equipment And Facilities PPE applicable To lifting machine operators Stacking Of Articles General Machinery Regulations Safeguarding Of Machinery Operation Of Machinery OHASA Reg 18(11) Lifting Machines And Lifting Tackle Safety Code of Practice General aspects Handling The Load Recommended Physical Requirements Slinging Responsibilities Procedures and Precautions In conclusion Assessing risks How To Carry Out A Risk Assessment In Your Operating Environment Risk Assessment Safety Precautions Working with or near cranes Clear The Area SECTION TWO: TELESCOPIC BOOM HANDLER The Different Types Of Cranes And Their Application Different Types Of Cranes Formative assessments Physical Requirements For Crane Operators Using the telescopic boom handler Limitations and capabilities of the telescopic boom handler

30 SECTION THREE: MECHANICAL AWARENESS Main parts Details of main parts Cabin and controls Systems Engine Cooling and fuel systems Hydrostatic transmission unit Gearbox Transfer case Axles Outriggers & Supporting ram Hydraulic system Brake system Suspension system Cardan shafts Fuel tank & steering system Batteries Telescoping boom Safety devices ISO Symbols Attachments Shovel Concrete skip Mixing bucket Fixed hook on plate Extension jib Forks with hydraulic side-shift Man-platform Troubleshooting SECTION FOUR: INSPECTIONS AND RECORDING Operating Checks The Purpose Of Operating Checks Roadworthy Preparing the telescopic boom handler for a trip Know the machine Inspecting the machine Starting the handler Preliminary Tests Logbooks & Other Checklists Shutting Down Procedures SECTION FIVE: OPERATE THE CRANE Safety precautions Job site Power Lines General safety signs Working near transmitters Principles of operation Principles of a lever Centre of gravity Leverage & stability Side loading (dragging) Wind loading Load swing Boom angle indicators

31 Radius Boom angle Range diagrams and Load charts Load chart Range diagrams Pick up and carry lifts Net capacity Handle the load Types of loads Dangerous goods Documentation Starting the engine Starting operations Lifting/lowering the boom Extending/retracting the boom Pitching the attachment holding frame forward/back Machine sway control Outrigger control Working with forks Changing attachments Travelling on roads Parking Communication Directions for crane operators Communicating considerations Other Signals Radio communications Operate the handler

32 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Lifting Machine Type: Mobile Elevating Work Platform (C53) Unit Standard Name: Operate a Mobile Elevating Work Platform Unit Standard: NQF 2 CREDITS 10 (TETA Accredited Certificate) Course duration: NCOP requirement: Minimum 40 hours, maximum 4 learners 5days. Course content: Scissor/Telescopic Boom, Trailer type SECTION ONE: APPLICATIONS OF MEWP The Different Types Of Cranes And Their Application Different Types Of Cranes Aerial platforms Types Of Aerial Platform Cherry picker basic parts Scissors lift basic parts Troubleshooting SECTION TWO: SAFETY, RISKS AND HAZARDS Exercise Operating Safety Operator responsibilities Working near power lines/cables General Trip & fall hazards Tipping hazards Crushing & collision hazards Towing lifting & hauling Additional hazards/safety General Safety Regulations Occupational Health & Safety Act (Act 85/93) Stacking Of Articles General Machinery Regulations Lifting Machines And Lifting Tackle Safety Code of Practice Recommended Physical Requirements Responsibilities Procedures and Precautions In conclusion Assessing risks

33 How To Carry Out A Risk Assessment In Your Operating Environment Risk Assessment Safety Precautions Working with or near cranes SECTION THREE: INSPECTIONS Operating Checks The Purpose Of Operating Checks Preparing the machine for a trip Know the machine Inspecting the machine Daily pre-start checklist Scissors lift Daily pre-start checklist Daily functional check SECTION FOUR: PLACE PEOPLE, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT Principles of a lever Centre of gravity Leverage & stability Reading a range chart SECTION FIVE: OPERATE THE MEWP Personal Protective Equipment Personal Safety Equipment And Facilities PPE applicable To lifting machine operators Lanyard Use SABS Regulations Operating Procedures Perform the pre-start and start up checks Check the lift is within the capacity of the cradle Set up the cradle for the lift Travelling (driving) Platform (cradle) operation Shut down & park Scissors lift Oscillating axle lockout test Steer tow selector Auxiliary power Dual fuel system Re-synchronise the lower lift cylinder Hydraulic tool circuit instructions Tie down & lifting Emergency procedures

34 Course content: Vehicle Mounted type Module 1: Types of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms Type of Mobile Elevating Work Platform: Scissor Lift Articulated Booms Telescopic Booms Truck Mounted Trailer Mounted Personnel Lifts Module 2: Major Components Mobile Elevating Work Platform Components: Power Take Off Unit (PTO). Hydraulic Pump Hydraulic Tank Hydraulic System The Bucket Truck components Truck Chassis Truck engine The truck cab The load deck Mobile Elevating Work Platform components Sub Frame. Valve Bank Outrigger Leg. Control Levers Boom Rest Tarret Lower Boom Cylinder. Lower Boom Levelling Rod Base Plate Lower Boom Outrigger Cylinder Upper Boom Hydraulic Oil Tank Upper Boom Levelling Rod Pedestal and Pedestal Extension Bucket Module 3: Legislation Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 Section 8. General duties of employers to their employees Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 Section 13. Duty to inform Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 Section 14. General duties of employees at work Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 General Safety Regulations 2. Personal safety equipment and facilities Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 Regulation Lifting Machines And Lifting Tackle Module 4: Pre Operational Checks Completing the Checklist Personnel Protective Equipment Module 5: Start Up Checks

35 Module 6: Set-up procedure for the Mobile Elevating Work Platform The operating area Ground Conditions Overhead Obstructions Setting up the Mobile Elevating Work Platform Engaging the Power Take Off Unit Lowering Outrigger Legs Extracting the Outrigger Legs Extending the outrigger leg cylinder Levelling the Truck Unfolding the Boom Slewing the Mobile Elevating Work Platform Extending the Height Module 7 Shut down procedure for the Mobile Elevating Work Platform Stowing the Mobile Elevating Work Platform Boom Retracting the Outrigger Legs Retracting the outrigger leg cylinders Disengaging Power Take Off Module 8: Hand signals Module 9: Operating the Mobile Elevating Work Platform safely What is the task? What is the weight of the load? The Mobile Elevating Work Platforms safe working load Parking the Truck Principle of Leverage Wind speed Visibility General safety Module 10: Safety Aspects What is a risk assessment? Why is a risk assessment important? What do you want to achieve with a risk assessment? How do you do a risk assessment? How are the hazards identified? How do you know if the hazard is serious (poses a risk)? How do you rank or prioritize the risks? What options exist to rank or prioritize risks? What are methods of hazard control? SAFETY Mandatory precautions Inspection Set up Stowing Operating General safety

36 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Course Name: Rigging Unit Standard Title: Lift and Move a load using manual lifting Equipment and tackle Unit Standard: NQF 2 CREDITS 8 (TETA Accredited Certificate) Course duration: 80 hours, maximum 6 learners 10 days or 5 days + 40 hours workplace experience. Course content: SECTION ONE: LIFTING EQUIPMENT To Lifting Equipment Pulleys Block and tackle Jacks Chain Hoists Electric Wire Rope Hoists, Electric Chain Hoists Lever-Operated Hoists or Come-Alongs Winches Grip Action Hoists or Tirfors Derrick Anchorage Points SECTION TWO: PLAN AND PREPARE TO LIFT AND MOVE Lifting Equipment Legislation Occupational Health & Safety Act (Act 85/93) General Safety Regulations General Machinery Regulations Lifting Machines And Lifting Tackle How To Carry Out A Risk Assessment In Your Operating Environment What Are The Risks Which May Arise From The Use Of Equipment? What Can Be Done To Reduce The Risks? Controlling The Risk Safety Precautions Machine operation and maintenance (safe equipment) Operator training and knowledge (safe operator) Workplace inspection and safety (safe site) Hazards It pays to plan ahead Clear the area PPE applicable to lifting equipment operators Hoisting and Rigging Hazards Procedures and Precautions

37 Common Hazards Factors that Reduce Capacity Inspections Chain hoists Jacks Air powered chain hoist Electrical hoist Steel Wire Slings Colour Coding Of Slings Safe Working Loads Of Single Legged Slings Safe Working Loads Of Two Legged Slings Safe Working Loads Of Four Legged Slings Inspection Of Steel Wire Rope Slings Steel Wire Rope Inspection Register Chain Slings Colour Coding Of Chain Slings Herc-Alloy 800 Chain Slings Selecting The Correct Chain Sling Working Load Limits (WLL) Of Chain Slings In Metric Tons Working Load Limits (WLL) Of HERC-Alloy Chain Slings In Metric Tons Examining Chain Slings Chain Sling Inspection Register Detection Of Chain Sling Stretch Polyester Slings Colour lifts polyester sling identification Safe working loads for webbed slings Using High strength light weight soft round polyester slings Safe working loads for high strength, lightweight polyester slings soft round slings. (6: 1 safety factor). Shackles Types of shackles Eye bolts Colour coding of eye bolts Forged eye bolts Types of Eye Bolts SECTION THREE: LIFT AND MOVE THE LOAD Centre Of Gravity Hazards General operations Before operating a hoist Applying the load Moving the load Parking the load Rigging, Lifting, and Landing Loads Hoists general Chain hoist Electric chain hoist Air powered chain hoist Slinging Methods Using Chain Slings Correctly Correct Use Of Chain Slings Incorrect Use Of Chain Slings Different slinging methods. Eccentric Loading With Multiple Legged Slings. Do s And Do Not s Working With Shackles Working With Eye Bolts Spreader And Equaliser Beams Working With Webbing Slings Safety Code Of Practice Handling The Load Alcohol Slinging Responsibilities Planning Supply And Care Of Equipment

38 Slinging Operation Procedures And Precautions General Housekeeping Reporting On Incidents, Accidents, Breakdowns, Damage And Delays Incidents Accidents Equipment Breakdowns Sun Protection First Aid SECTION FOUR: MAINTAIN AND STORE EQUIPMENT Air hoist Electric chain hoist Rope

39 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Course Name: Slinging Unit Standard Title: Sling and Communicate during Crane Operations Unit Standard: NQF 2 CREDITS 4 (Short course, Competency Certificate issued) Course duration: 40 hours, maximum 6 learners 5 days. Course content: SECTION ONE: TYPES OF LIFTING EQUIPMENT Importance of the operator Sling types Chains Chain Slings Colour Coding Of Chain Slings Herc-Alloy 800 Chain Slings Selecting The Correct Chain Sling Working Load Limits (WLL) Of Chain Slings In Metric Tons Working Load Limits (WLL) Of HERC-Alloy Chain Slings In Metric Tons Wire Rope Steel Wire Slings Colour Coding Of Slings Safe Working Loads Of Single Legged Slings Safe Working Loads Of Two Legged Slings Safe Working Loads Of Four Legged Slings Fibre Rope and Synthetic Web Polyester Slings Colour lifts polyester sling identification Safe working loads for webbed slings Using High strength light weight soft round polyester slings Safe working loads for high strength, lightweight polyester slings soft round slings. (6: 1 safety factor). Shackles Types of shackles Colour coding of shackles Eye bolts Colour coding of eye bolts Forged eye bolts Types of Eye Bolts Safe working loads of eye bolts with collars Safety Code Of Practice Handling The Load

40 Stacking Understanding The Centre Of Gravity Of Loads Centre Of Gravity SECTION TWO: INSPECT AND EVALUATE LIFTING EQIPMENT Slinging Responsibilities Planning Supply And Care Of Equipment Slinging Operation Procedures And Precautions General Housekeeping Hazards Inspecting Equipment Inspection Of Steel Wire Rope Slings Steel Wire Rope Inspection Register Examining Chain Slings Chain Sling Inspection Register Detection Of Chain Sling Stretch Shortening Of Chain Sling Stretch Polyester Slings High strength, light weight soft round polyester slings Inspection of shackles Eye bolts SECTION THREE: PREPARE AND SLING Slinging Slinging Rules Slinging Methods Single Reeving Sling Double Reeving Sling Single Choker Hitch Single Double Wrap Hitch Double Double Wrap Hitch Single Leg Vertical Hitch Double Leg Slinging (Two Basket Hitches) Single Basket Hitch (Cradle Hitch) Double Basket Hitch (Cradle Hitch) Three Legged Slings Multi Slings On A Hook Slinging With The Aid Of Equaliser Beams Slinging With The Aid Of Spreader Beams Good Lifting/Hitching Practices Eccentric Loading With Multiple Legged Slings Using Chain Slings Correctly Correct Use Of Chain Slings Incorrect Use Of Chain Slings Do s And Do Not s Working With Shackles Working With Eye Bolts Spreader And Equaliser Beams Working With Webbing Slings SECTION FOUR: COMMUNICATE Communication Communicating Considerations General Conventional Radio Directions For Crane Operators Other Signals Radio communications

41 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Machine Type: Front End Loader Unit Standard Name: Operate a Front End Loader Unit Standard: NQF 2 CREDITS 12 (Short course, Competency Certificate issued) Course duration: Maximum 4 learners 5-days. Course content: MODULE 1: PARTS & FUNCTIONSError! Bookmark not defined. Main PartsError! Bookmark not defined. Controls & Instruments Overview Instrument Panel Overview Electronic Monitoring System (EMS) EMS Warning Categories MODULE 2: FRONT END LOADER SAFETY Destined Use General Safety Information Machine towing safety Precautions For Maintenance MODULE 3: DAILY CHECKS Pre-Start Checks Walk-around check Start up checks Starting the engine Operation after starting Stopping engine Moving the machine Lift arm operation Bucket operation Pre-Shift Checklist Daily Checklist Shut down procedures Logbooks & other checklists

42 MODULE 4: PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION Precautions when operating Centre of gravity Loader bucket capacity MODULE 5: MECHANICAL APPRECIATION Engine Warning Devices Troubleshooting MODULE 6 PRACTICAL OPERATION General driving Digging operations Leveling operationserror! Bookmark not defined. Pushing operation Load and carry operations Loading operations Cross drive loading V-shape loading Precautions when piling up loads Precautions for operation Precautions when driving up or down slopes Parking machine

43 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Machine Type: Excavator Unit Standard Name: Operate an excavator Unit Standard: NQF 2 CREDITS 15 (Short course, Competency Certificate issued) Course duration: Maximum 4 learners 5-days. Course content: MODULE 1: PARTS & FUNCTIONS Parts of the Excavator Controls & instruments overview Instrument panel overview MODULE 2: EXCAVATOR SAFETY Destined use General safety information Crushing and burn prevention Fire & explosion prevention Machine start up safety Engine start up and operating safety Machine operating safety Machine parking safety Machine transporting safety Machine towing safety Bail out procedure MODULE 3: DAILY CHECKS Pre-start checks Start up checks Daily pre-start checklist Extent of tests Logbooks & other checklists Accident report sheet Excavator defect report

44 MODULE 4: PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION Centre of gravity Side loading (dragging) MODULE 5: MECHANICAL APPRECIATION Engine Leverage & stability Undercarriage Steering system Batteries Working equipment assembly Swing drive Troubleshooting MODULE 6: LOAD CAPACITY AND RANGE Range diagrams Load chart MODULE 7: SIGNALS Communication by radio MODULE 8: PRACTICAL OPERATION Steps to follow Perform the pre-start and start up checks Check the job is within the capacity of the excavator Set up the excavator for the job Perform the operation During the operation: Starting the engine Excavator Operations Travel Joystick controls Operation Excavator work Backhoe work Shovel work Loading work Ditch digging Position of bucket teeth Clamshell Loading/unloading - trailer Stopping the engine Practical exercises

45 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Machine Type: Skid Steer Loader Unit Standard Name: Operate a Skid Steer Loader Unit Standard: NQF 2 CREDITS 8 (Short course, Competency Certificate issued) Course duration: Maximum 4 learners 5-days. Course content: MODULE 1 PARTS & FUNCTIONS: SKID STEER LOADER Parts & Functions: Skid Steer Loader Skid steer loader parts Example instrument panels Cab components Hydraulic controls MODULE 2 SAFETY GUIDE Operational Safety Occupational Health And Safety Act, 1993 Skid steer loader do s Skid steer loader don ts MODULE 3 DAILY CHECKS, CHECKLISTS & LOGBOOKS Daily checks Pre-start checks Skid steer loader operator checklists Logbooks & other checklists Loader operator Accident report sheet Loader operator Loader defect report MODULE 4 PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION Centre of gravity Longitudinal stability Lateral stability Rated operating capacity

46 MODULE 5 MECHANICAL APPRECIATION The lower frame and drive system The engine The cooling system The hydraulic system The loader system Tyre & wheel assemblies Braking system Protection systems The electrical system Troubleshooting guide MODULE 6 SIGNALS & SIGNS Loader decals Hand signals Symbolic safety signs Hazardous goods MODULE 7 SKID STEER LOADER OPERATING PROCEDURES Starting procedure Perform the pre-start and start up checks Check the lift is within the capacity of the loader Starting the engine Warning & shutdown Loading operations Filling the bucket Emptying the bucket Levelling the ground Digging into the ground Backfilling Parking the loader MODULE 8: PRACTICAL OPERATION Perform the pre-start and start up checks. Check the job is within the capacity of the backhoe loader Set up the backhoe loader for the job Perform the operation During the operation Road travel Key start & stop switch Starting the engine Drive systems Steering systems Loader lever shift patterns Multi purpose bucket Loading operations Fork option Backhoe operations

47 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Machine Type: Backhoe Loader Unit Standard Name: Operate a Backhoe Loader Unit Standard: NQF 2 CREDITS 15 (Short course, Competency Certificate issued) Course duration: Maximum 4 learners 5-days. Course content: MODULE 1: PARTS & FUNCTIONS Main Parts Controls & instruments overview Front instrument panel overview Side instrument panel overview MODULE 2: SAFETY Operator responsibilities General safety Bail out procedure MODULE 3 DAILY CHECKS Pre-start checks Start up checks Shutting down the backhoe loader Logbooks & other checklists Loader operator Accident report sheet Loader operator Loader defect report MODULE 4: PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION Leverage Centre of gravity Stability stabilisers Side loading (dragging)

48 MODULE 5: MECHANICAL APPRECIATION Engine Cooling and fuel systems Transmission Axles Stabilisers Batteries Backhoe loader controls Loader assembly Troubleshooting MODULE 6: LOAD CAPACITY AND RANGE Range diagrams Load chart MODULE 7: SIGNALS Hand signals Communication by radio MODULE 8: PRACTICAL OPERATION Operate the loader Perform the pre-start and start up checks Check the job is within the capacity of the backhoe loader Set up the backhoe loader for the job Perform the operation During the operation: Road travel Key start & stop switch Starting the engine Drive systems Steering systems Loader lever shift patterns Multi purpose bucket Loading operations FORK OPTION Backhoe operations Stabilisers Backhoe transport boom lock Backhoe elements Optional extendible dipper Backhoe operation Trenching Tyre ballasting Towing

49 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Machine Type: Grader Unit Standard Name: Operate a Grader Unit Standard: NQF 2 CREDITS (Short course, Competency Certificate issued) Course duration: Maximum 4 learners 5-days. Course content: MODULE 1: PARTS & FUNCTIONS Controls & Instruments Overview Instrument Panel Overview Electronic Monitoring System (EMS) Other Gauges & Indicators on the Instrument Panel MODULE 2: GRADER SAFETY Safety Destined use General Safety Information Crushing And Burn Prevention Fire & Explosion Prevention Machine Start Up Safety Engine Start Up And Operating Safety Machine Operating Safety Machine Parking Safety Machine Transporting Safety Shipping Machine Towing Safety Precautions For Maintenance Periodic replacement of safety critical parts Precautions with tyres Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Safety Rules MODULE 3: DAILY CHECKS Walk around checks Pre-start Checks Measuring Oil Levels Tyre Maintenance Cab Inspection Pre-Shift Checklist Grader Check-List (Daily) Shutting down procedures

50 Access and Exit Procedures Seat Adjustment Seat Belt Logbooks & Other Checklists MODULE 4: PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION MODULE 5: MECHANICAL APPRECIATION Components Engine Transmission or gearbox Final drives Main components Steering system Hydraulic system Fuel System Electrical System Braking system Cooling system Proximity of other machines Attachments Warning Devices Warning signals Warning operations Safety features Troubleshooting MODULE 6: PRACTICAL OPERATION Implement controls General Operations Turning around Turning around in a tight area Backing out of a drop-off or ditch Grading around an object Grading on an S Curve Right Hand Levelling Left Hand Levelling Right Hand V Ditching Left Hand V Ditching Ditch Back Sloping Right Hand Ditch Cleanup Right Hand Shoulder Cleanup Road Building V Ditch Method Flat Bottom Ditching Road Building Flat Bottom Ditch Method Grading in a Wet Ditch Grading on 3 1 Slope High Bank Cuts Right Side Extreme Side Reach Ripper/Scarifier Operation With Frame Straight Front Mounted Scarifier Operation Safe Parking Stop Engine Leaving Machine General Driving Vehicle control

51 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Machine Type: Articulated Dump Truck Unit Standard Name: Operate an Articulated Dump Truck Unit Standard: NQF 2 CREDITS 10 (Short course, Competency Certificate issued) Course duration: Maximum 4 learners 5-days. Course content: MODULE 1: PARTS & FUNCTIONS Safety Features Controls & Instruments Overview Operator Controls Instrument panel overview Electronic Monitoring System (EMS) MODULE 2: SAFETY Destined use General safety information Crushing and burn prevention Fire & explosion prevention Machine start up safety Engine start up and operating safety Machine operating safety Machine parking safety Machine transporting safety Loading and unloading Shipping Machine towing safety Precautions for maintenance Warning tag Keep work place clean and tidy Appoint leader when working with others Two workers for maintenance when engine is running Accumulator Personnel Work under the machine Noise Precautions when using hammer Repair welding Removing battery terminal Precautions with high-pressure oil

52 Handling high-pressure hoses Waste materials Maintenance of air conditioner Compressed air Periodic replacement of safety critical parts Precautions with tyres Precautions when storing tyres Personal protective equipment (PPE) Safety rules Chevron MODULE 3: DAILY CHECKS Pre-start checks Walk-around check Inspect tyres. Inspect rims. Start up checks Before Starting the Engine Starting the Engine Warming the Engine Operation after starting Stopping engine Moving the machine Pre-shift checklist front-end loader Check-list (daily) Shutting Down Procedures Access and Exit Procedures Logbooks & other checklists MODULE 4: PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION Payload Retarding Guidelines Loose Material Building Material MODULE 5: MECHANICAL APPRECIATION Components Engine Transmission or Gearbox Differential and Final Drives Steering System Hydraulic System Fuel System Electrical System Braking System Cooling System The Bin Warning Devices Warning Signals Safety Features Troubleshooting MODULE 6: Practical Operation Machine Operation Operating Techniques Speed and directional changes Braking Operation

53 Retarder Machine Travelling Towing Information Dumping the Load Loading Safe Parking Engine Stopping Leaving the Machine General Driving Hazards Vehicle control

54 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Machine Type: Tracked Dozer Unit Standard Name: Operate a Tracked Dozer Unit Standard: CREDITS 15 (Short course, Competency Certificate issued) Course duration: Maximum 4 learners 5-days. Course content: MODULE 1: PARTS & FUNCTIONS Dozer Parts and Functions Controls & instruments overview Instrument Panel Overview Electronic Monitoring System (EMS) Dozer s Main Components Dozer Blade Winches Tracks and Track Frame MODULE 2: DOZER SAFETY Operator s Manual Destined Use General Safety Information Crushing And Burn Prevention Fire & Explosion Prevention Machine Start Up Safety Engine Start Up And Operating Safety Machine Operating Safety Machine Parking Safety Machine Transporting Safety Shipping Machine towing safety Precautions For Maintenance Warning tag Keep work place clean and tidy Appoint leader when working with others Stop engine before carrying out maintenance Two workers for maintenance when engine is running Accumulator Personnel Attachments Work under the machine Noise

55 Precautions when using hammer Repair welding Removing battery terminal Precautions with high-pressure oil Handling high-pressure hoses Waste materials Maintenance of air conditioner Compressed air Periodic replacement of safety critical parts Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Hard Hats Eye Protection Hearing Protection Respirators for Dust and Fumes Hand & Foot Protection Safety rules MODULE 3: DAILY CHECKS Pre-Start Checks Walk-Around Check Dozer Level Checks Access and Exit Seat adjustment Start the machine Shut down procedures Summaries Pre-Shift Checklist Pre-shift checklist tracked dozer Daily maintenance Daily maintenance service card Shutting Down Logbooks & Other Checklists MODULE 4: PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION Precautions When Operating Operating capacity MODULE 5 MECHANICAL APPRECIATION Engine Gearbox Differential Tracks Systems Steering system Hydraulic system Fuel System Electrical system Braking System Cooling System Proximity of other machines Warning Devices Troubleshooting

56 MODULE 6: PRACTICAL OPERATION Controls Machine Operation Operating Techniques General driving Practical exercises

57 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Machine Type: Tractor Unit Standard Name: Operate a Tractor Unit Standard: NQF 2 CREDITS 8 (Short course, Competency Certificate issued) Course duration: Maximum 4 learners 5-days. Course content: MODULE 1: PARTS & FUNCTIONS Main Parts Controls & Instruments Overview Corner Post Display STOP, Service Alert and Information Indicators Electronic Monitoring System (EMS) Other Gauges & Indicators on the Instrument Panel MODULE 2: TRACTOR SAFETY Destined Use General Safety Information The Ten Commandments Of Tractor Safety Transport Operations General On the Road Control Your Speed Know Your Stopping Distance Shutdown The Tractor And Its Attachments In General Mower Safety Rotary Tiller Safety Dozer Safety Loader Safety Backhoe Safety Machine transporting safety Loading and unloading Shipping Machine Towing Safety Precautions For Maintenance Warning Tag Keep Work Place Clean And Tidy

58 Appoint Leader When Working With Others Stop Engine Before Carrying Out Maintenance Two Workers For Maintenance When Engine Is Running Personnel Attachments Work Under The Machine Noise Precautions When Using Hammer Repair Welding Removing Battery Terminal Precautions With High-Pressure Oil Handling High-Pressure Hoses Waste Materials Compressed Air Periodic Replacement Of Safety Critical Parts Precautions With Tyres Precautions When Storing Tyres Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Safety Rules Road Signs MODULE 3: DAILY CHECKS Daily checks Pre-Start Checks Start Up Checks Shutting Down The Tractor Logbooks & Other Checklists MODULE 4: PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION Centre of Gravity Precautions When Operating MODULE 5: MECHANICAL APPRECIATION Engine Transmission Manual Transmissions Automatic Transmissions Differential Steering system Hydraulic system Hydraulic Reservoir Strainers And Filters Hydraulic Pumps Control Valves Hydraulic Cylinders Flexible Hoses Fuel system Electrical system Storage Battery Charging System Lighting System Braking system Cooling system Air Cooled Liquid-Cooling System Proximity of Other Machines Attachments

59 Warning Devices Warning signals Troubleshooting MODULE 6: PRACTICAL OPERATION Operating the tractor Before Starting The Tractor Shifting the Transmission CommandARM Controls - Powershift Transmission Right-Hand CommandARM Attaching Implement and Control System Adjusting Drawbar Length Adjusting Drawbar Height Adjusting Drawbar Side-to-Side Installing and Using Clevis Assembly Attaching PTO-Driven Implement Using PTO Shield Operating Rear PTO General Ballasting Information Stopping the Engine Safe parking Engine stopping Leaving the tractor General driving

60 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Course Name: Basic fire fighting Unit Standard Title: Perform basic fire fighting Unit Standard: NQF 2 CREDITS 4 (LOTC is accredited on this Unit Standard) Course duration: Maximum 8 learners 1-day. Course content: 1. FIRE FIGHTING INTRODUCTION Activity 1 Activity 2 General Sources Of Ignition Open Flames Rubbish Bins Dust As A Fire And Explosive Hazard Fineness Suspension In The Atmosphere Characteristics Of Dust Explosions Precautionary Measures Against Dust Explosions Poor Housekeeping Activity 3 2. IDENTIFY THE TYPES OF FIRE Elements Of Fire Oxygen Heat/Ignition Material/Fuel Means Of Fire Spread Convection Radiation Conduction Direct Burning (Induction) Spontaneous Combustion How Fires Behave Classification Of Fires And Extinguishing Methods Class A: Class B: Class C: Class D Activity 4

61 3. FIRE EXTINGUISHING MEDIUMS Fire-Extinguishing Mediums Starvation Smothering Cooling Problems That May Cause Fires And Hamper Fire Control Activity 5 4. EQUIPMENT CHECKS Fire Fighting And Safety Equipment Siting Of Portable Fire-Extinguishers Activity 6 5. PROCEDURES Emergency Procedures Buildings Personnel Evacuation Passenger Vehicle Evacuation Training On Discovery Of A Fire Emergency Response Procedures (Dangerous Goods) Safety Measures At The Scene Of An Incident Activity 7 6. FIGHTING FIRE Attacking A Fire (General) P.A.S.S. Rules Of The Fire Fighter Activity 8 7. SYMBOLS & SIGNS Exit Signs Fire Equipment Signs Emergency Equipment Signs Activity 9

62 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Course Name: First Aid Unit Standard Title: Perform basic life support & first aid procedures Unit Standard: NQF 1 CREDITS 5 (LOTC is accredited on this Unit Standard) Course duration: Maximum 8 learners 2-days. Course content: 1. EMERGENCY SCENE MANAGEMENTError! Bookmark not defined. Error! Bookmark not defined. First Aid AimError! Bookmark not defined. ConsentError! Bookmark not defined. Statutory RequirementsError! Bookmark not defined. Legal Aspects Occupational Health And Safety Act GSR Sect 3. Bandages The Basic Principles Of: Equipment Improvised Uses The 4 Safety S s Emergency Rules Assessing The Emergency Scene (Stop) Mobilise Emergency Services The Role Of The First Aider Priorities In An Emergency Examine The Nature Of The Casualties Objectives Of Resuscitation Calling An Ambulance 2. ELEMENTARY ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY The Human Body The Nervous System The Cardio-Vascular System The Respiratory System Musculo-Skeletal System Integumentary System (Skin) Digestive System Urinary (Renal)System

63 Reproductive System Endocrine System 3. EMERGENCY SITUATION Universal Precautions Follow These Steps When Dealing With Injuries And Wounds Additional Precautionary Methods Protective Clothing May Include But Is Not Limited To: Triage First Assessment Of The Scene And Prioritising Of Casualties Measuring A Person s Level Of Consciousness Emergency Rules Sorting Of Patients On A Scene (Triage) Arrival Procedure Secondary Examination The Head-To-Toe-Survey Of The Injured Patient Injuries Patient Recovery Monitoring The Patient The First Aid Recovery With Sound First Aid Principles Head, Spine And Neck Injuries Head Injuries Unconsciousness Rib Fracture Bone Injuries / Fractures Pelvic Fracture Sprains Dislocations Burns Degrees Of Burns 1 st Degree Or Superficial Burn 2 nd Degree Burn Or Intermediate Burn 3rd Degree Burn Or Full-Thickness Burn Types Of Burns Bleeding External Bleeding (What?) Internal Bleeding Wounds Open Wounds Closed Wound CutsError! Bookmark not defined. Choking / Blocked Airways Choking Adults Choking Children Choking Infant Rescue Breathing / Artificial Resuscitation Performing Rescue Breathing / Artificial Resuscitation (How?) Abdominal Thrusts (How?) 4. FIRST AID PROCEDURES Treatment Of The Casualty And Aseptic Principles CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) CPR Procedure For Adults (How?) CPR Procedure For Children (How?) CPR Procedure For Infants (How?) Checking For A Pulse Pulse Rate Shock

64 5. TREAT COMMON INJURIES Heart Attack Fever Nose Bleeds Bleeding From The Ear Bleeding Scalp Cold Injuries Hypothermia Frostbite Heat Illnesses Heat Cramps Heat Exhaustion And Heat Stroke Insect Bites And Stings Poisoning General Signs And Symptoms Of Poisoning (What?) Snakebite Food Poisoning (Contaminated Food) Household Products Poisonous Plants And Mushrooms

65 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Other Short Courses Secure the vehicle load Course Name: Secure the vehicle load Unit Standard Title: Secure the vehicle load Unit Standard: (Short course, Competency Certificate issued) Course duration: Maximum 8 learners 2-days. Course content: Section One: Loading Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Determine The Type And Content Of The Load Exercise 3 Identify And Establish The Total Bulk Of The Load Select The Appropriate Method Of Loading Exercise 4 Confirm Receipt Of The Full Load Exercise 5 Section Two: Securing The Load Securing The Load Before Departure Exercise 6 Section Three: Security During The Trip Driver Responsibilities And Involvement Exercise 7 Parking The Loaded Vehicle The Route Exercise 8 Section Four: Safely At The Destination Home And Dry The Full Load Is Confirmed And Received Exercise 9 Incident reporting Exercise 10

66 LIFTING OPERATOR TRAINING CENTRE cc Member/s F J de Klerk 1995/036574/23 TRANSPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY ACCREDITED (TETA04-252) Course Name: Load General Freight Unit Standard Title: Load General Freight Unit Standard: (Short course, Competency Certificate issued) Course duration: Maximum 8 learners 2-days. Course content: SECTION ONE: PREPARE FOR LOADING/OFF LOADINGError! Bookmark not defined. Error! Bookmark not defined. Group Activity 1Error! Bookmark not defined. Personal Protective Clothing And EquipmentError! Bookmark not defined. Documentation And InformationError! Bookmark not defined. Group Activity 2 Error! Bookmark not defined. Delivery NoteError! Bookmark not defined. Lifting MachinesError! Bookmark not defined. Loading Regulations Individual Activity 1 Weight Limitations Maximum Load Dimensions Marking Of Load Projections Gross Vehicle Mass And Axle Mass Gross Vehicle Mass (Semi-Trailers) Load Recognition General Loading Characteristics Of Freight Compatibility SECTION TWO: LOAD GENERAL FREIGHT Prepare For Loading Group Activity 3 Example Of Loading Procedure Sequence Of Loading Load Distribution Prepare For Off Loading SECTION THREE: SECURE GENERAL FREIGHT