Mechanical Excavator Course
Gain mastery in operating mechanical excavators safely and productively on job sites. Cover vital inspections, PPE use, site planning, precise machine positioning, effective digging, loading techniques, and proper shutdown processes to minimise risks, safeguard teams, and handle earthworks efficiently with assurance.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips you with hands-on skills to plan and execute safe, efficient excavation on challenging sites. Master pre-start checks, equipment inspections, PPE preparation, site management, plus trenching, stockpiling, loading, and backfilling methods. Gain expertise in spotting hazards, ensuring stability, coordinating traffic, following regulations, and safe shutdowns for confident operations and fewer accidents.
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Develop skills
- Perform quick pre-start excavator inspections for safe and dependable use.
- Set up secure work areas and ensure proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Strategically position excavator, plan trenches, and align trucks for stable and speedy excavation.
- Carry out precise trenching, organised stockpiling, and smooth truck loading operations.
- Identify and control risks while safely shutting down the excavator at the end of shifts.
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