Skid Steer

A Skid Steer Truck – sometimes known as a Bob Cat, is a versatile, compact piece of construction, landscaping and agricultural piece of equipment used for a wide array of tasks. These tasks could include, lifting and moving materials, digging, trenching, grading and clearing debris or snow. It’s differential steering provides excellent manoeuvrability, especially in tight spaces. It can be fitted with various attachments such as, forks, bucket, augers, brushes etc.

Training is provided on the following category:

Skid Steer

Accrediting Body: Independent Training Standards Scheme & Register (ITSSAR)

Maximum Ratio: 3 : 1 : 1 (3 Trainees : 1 Instructor : 1 Machine)

Durations:

Novice* – 1 or 2 Operators = 2 days, 3 Operators = 3 days
Experienced** – 1 Operator = 1 day, 2 or 3 Operators = 2 days
Safety Refresher*** – 1, 2 or 3 Operators = 1 day
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* For trainees with little or no previous experience of a carrying out the duties of a skid steer truck
** Existing operators with some previous experience of using a skid steer truck but have not received formal training
*** This course is available for those trainees with in-date documentary evidence of formal training

Course Breakdown

The following is a list of elements that make up a novice course. (N.B. The list for experienced operators and safety refreshers courses may be shorter).

Course Introduction, the need & reasons to train and relevant statutory requirements
Introduction to the equipment, control familiarisation and principles of operation
Recommended mount & dismount, introduction to the motive and steering controls, simple hydraulics (theory) and introduction to the hydraulic controls
Identification, use and adjustment of attachments in pre-determined positions
Basic steering exercises – simple courses
Advanced steering exercises – figure of 8, chicane and 90° approaches
Maintenance & refuelling procedures
Operators’ safety code, relevant handout and safety film
Daily pre-use inspections
Engineering principles, rated capacity and stability
Product types, weight assessment, transporting and stock piling products*
Excavating with the bucket*
Discharge materials at low, medium & high levels*
Ground levelling with the bucket*
Manoeuvring/transporting/handling awkward loads*
Ramps and inclines*
Vehicle/hopper loading and unloading*
Testing: Pre-use checks, practical skills and theory

*Will be covered where facilities allow/are relevant

All courses are ITSSAR accredited and are recognised throughout the industry.

On-Site Courses and Facilities Required

The course will be delivered on your premises. This will give your employees the advantage of being trained and tested on the overhead crane they will use on a daily basis after training has been completed.

Training can be tailored/bespoke to your business requirements, but the following facilities will be required:

Access to your skid steer truck
An area large enough for basic & advanced manoeuvring and testing
Pallets/loads/materials appropriate to your business
For theory training – an area large enough for the instructor and the trainees to work, with chairs, a table and a power supply (a small office)
It is recommended that all skid steer operators wear safety footwear and a hi-visibility vest. Other personal protective equipment is as per the company’s SSOW/RA

Certification

After completing the course you will receive:

A certificate e-mailed to you

If you have applied for ITSSAR TOPS* (Trained Operators Passport Scheme), you will be registered onto the TOPS database, have your own TOPS number and receive a photo identification card.

* There is an additional charge of £20 per trainee. This covers the registration onto the TOPS database and card

After Care

After completing the training, feedback (verbally and written) will be given to both the trainee and their manager on the trainee’s performance including any recommendations.

When refresher training is due, (HSE recommends every 3 – 5 years, your company policy may differ), notification will be sent via email.