Mini Excavator Operator Course
Gain mastery in operating mini excavators on construction sites. Acquire skills in machine controls, safety inspections, trenching techniques, utility protection, site traffic management, and emergency procedures to excavate precisely, safeguard underground assets, and perform confidently on residential jobs. This training ensures safe, productive operations in tight spaces with full regulatory compliance.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Mini Excavator Operator Training provides hands-on skills to operate 2-3 tonne machines safely and effectively in confined residential areas. Cover pre-start checks, machine controls, safe mounting, then progress to digging trenches, preparing slabs, handling spoil, and ensuring edge safety. Gain expertise in locating utilities, following 811 protocols, OSHA excavation standards, coordinating with spotters, managing emergencies, and completing daily logs for compliant and efficient work.
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Develop skills
- Safe utility digging: use potholing, spotters, and 811 guidelines on actual sites.
- Mini excavator handling: operate tracks, boom, arm, and bucket with professional accuracy.
- Trenching and slab preparation: dig, bench, and level small areas to standards without lasers.
- Site preparation and traffic management: set up access, spoil areas, and barriers for compact sites.
- Emergency handling: manage utility hits, overturn risks, and near-misses per OSHA requirements.
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