Backhoe Training
Backhoe Course Description:
Backhoes are used in applications such as digging
footings, basements, and drainage ditches, utility trenching,
backfilling, and maintaining slopes and embankments in construction,
industrial, and landscaping settings.
Backhoe: Level I
This course is designed for operators with little or no experience on the backhoe (30hours):
- Performing a pre-trip inspection
- Greasing and lubing equipment
- Use of proper terms and definitions pertaining to the backhoe
- Identification and function of all controls
- Use of front-end loader to load dirt
- Using backhoe to dig trenches
- Replacing a cutting edge
- OSHA and industry safety standards
Backhoe: Level II
- For national certification of backhoe operators (30 hours):
- Coordinating locates
- Preparing sub-base
- Digging on uneven surfaces
- Backfilling trenches
- Loading trucks with backhoe
- Digging trenches to grade
- Use of transit and hand held level
- Crossing trenches
- OSHA and industry safety standards
OCPO Approved 2.85 TU's
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