SAQA US ID: 262731
NQF Level: 2
Credits: 10
Duration: 1 Week
Recertification: 1 Day
License Renewal: 1 Day
NQF Level: 2
Credits: 10
Duration: 1 Week
Recertification: 1 Day
License Renewal: 1 Day
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A dump truck is a truck used for transporting loose material (such as sand, gravel, or dirt) for construction. 1 It is typically used in open-pit mining. 2 A rigid body dump truck is commonly called triple 7 dump truck or 777. After this dump truck operator training course, you will be able to operate a rigid body dump truck by understanding the functions of starting, shutting down, and operating procedures.
- What is a rigid body dump truck
- Different makes of dump trucks
- Functions of a 777 dump truck
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are compulsory dump truck training requirements for safety purposes.
- Learners joining the 777 dump truck operator course will prove competence in communication and mathematical literacy at NQF Level 1.
- National ID/passport is required and a code 14 driver’s license.
- Your CV is necessary for job assistance. It will be presented to potential employers and recruitment agencies after your 777 dump truck operator course.
- An old copy of the dump truck license and certificate of competence is required for the license renewal or refresher course.
- The main functions of a rigid body dump truck and all its major components is explained.
- Safety features and warning devices.
- Application of 777 dump truck in earthmoving activities.
- Maximum operating capacities of trucks.
- Pre-start and Pre-operational checks
- Using the daily checklist to check the triple 7 dump truck for safe operation in the workplace
- Reporting any defects discovered during the daily checks.
- Completing 777 dump truck log books and check sheets accurately and correctly.
- Repairs and servicing
- Safe maintenance procedures
- Personal safety (PPEs)
- Discussing dump truck safety and how it affects the driving of a dump truck in the workplace
- Identifying hazards to avoid injuries and accidents
- Batteries and tyre safety
- Safety of other personnel
- Site operational requirements.
- Selecting of required equipment to perform the work activity.
- Inspection and preparation of work area.
- Daily and weekly operator maintenance
- Start-up and shutdown procedures
- Parking of rigid body dump truck
- 777 dump truck hours are documented
- Reporting of maintenance and faults
- Functions of the various controls
- Safe driving practices
- Operational hazards
- Truck performance monitoring
- Dumping load safely
- Working on slopes
- Towing
- Load securing or transportation.
- Getting off the machine
- Obeying all site rules
- Being a team player
- Being able to communicate
- Being able to identify and solve problems
- Having the correct and positive attitude
- Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Guidelines for Driven Machinery Regulations
- National Road Traffic Act
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