Mini Digger (Under 5 Tonne)
Format: 3 days
Number of participants: Up to 4
Certification: FAS CSCS logbook/ticket and FETAC certificate
Objective
Developing skills and knowledge operating a mini-digger so that participants can successfully pass certification in line with current regulations.
Background
A mini digger is suitable for all bucket work and it is used in applications such as landscaping, construction, retaining walls and garden edging. It can make post holes of any size for billboards, fences and railings. Diggers can also be used to construct trenches for electrical and water management purposes.
Because of the varied applications of the mini-diggers training in the safe use of this machine in different environments is essential.
Course Includes:
Theory:  | Duties of operator
| | Pre-Shift inspections
| | Hazards associated when working with Site Dumper |
Practical: | Inspections of mini-digger before use
| | Candidates must demonstrate safe operation and control when operating the mini-digger
| | To excavate to line & level for land drainage, foundations etc
| | Recognition & use of approved hand signals
| | Wearing of correct PPE |
Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a Fas accredited CSCS card and FETAC certification.
Participants must bring the following on the day of training:
1. Passport Photo
2. Current Safe Pass
3. Personal Protective Equipment
4. Evidence or Proof of experience (Over six months) i.e. Letter from employer
Participants must be aged 18 years or over
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