Rigid Dumper & Articulated Dumper Truck

In the fast-paced world of construction and groundworks within the UK, dumper trucks play an indispensable role in transporting materials across sites efficiently. These courses consist of an instructor led training room presentation, written assessment, practical training and assessment.

Rigid Dumper Truck:

Dumper truck training is crucial in ensuring operators possess the necessary skills and understanding to drive and manoeuvre these hefty vehicles safely and competently. The training covers essential topics such as safe loading and unloading, hazard recognition, and on-site driving protocols.

As the UK regulations underscore the importance of adequate training for machinery operators to reduce workplace incidents, this bespoke training ensures both compliance and a higher standard of safety in operations involving dumper trucks.

Course Content:

  1. Introduction to Dumper Trucks:

    • Understanding the design, components, and features of dumper trucks, including controls and safety systems.

  2. Safety Procedures:

    • Emphasising safety protocols specific to dumper truck operation, including load stability, proper loading and unloading procedures, and awareness of surroundings.

  3. Pre-Operational Checks:

    • Inspecting the dumper truck for any mechanical issues before operation, ensuring that all safety features, such as brakes and lights, are functioning correctly.

  4. Basic Operation:

    • Training on the proper use of dumper truck controls, including steering, acceleration, braking, and maneuvering on construction sites.

  5. Load Handling:

    • Techniques for loading and unloading materials safely and efficiently, considering the dumper truck's load capacity and stability.

  6. Site Navigation:

    • Practices for navigating construction sites, including understanding road signs, site markings, and communication with other site personnel.

  7. Terrain Considerations:

    • Understanding and managing different types of terrain, slopes, and ground conditions that dumper trucks may encounter.

  8. Emergency Procedures:

    • Training on responding to emergencies, including evacuation procedures, rescue techniques, and communication protocols.

  9. Regulatory Compliance:

    • Understanding and compliance with relevant occupational health and safety regulations related to dumper truck operation.

Articulated Dumper Truck:

During the articulated dumper truck training course you will be taught how to:

  • Identify the risks associated with quick hitch devices as well as how to use them safely.

  • Operating the machine to a minimum standard

  • Fitting and operating ancillary equipment

  • Site the machine safely and efficiently

  • Carry out minor adjustments in addition to routine servicing procedures

  • Preparing the machine for travelling on the public highway

  • The capabilities of each machine, its purpose and limitations

  • All safety precautions necessary for the correct operation of the machine

  • How diesel engines work and how various parts of the machine operate

  • Which routine adjustments and servicing procedures are necessary, and how to carry them out.

Certification:

Successful completion of the training will result in the issuance of a certification. This certification serves as evidence that an individual has undergone proper training and is competent to operate a the dumper trucks.

Instructor Qualifications:

Training is conducted by certified and experienced instructors who are knowledgeable about the specific make and model of the excavator being used. They guide trainees through both theoretical and practical aspects of the training.

Duration of Training:

The duration of the training can vary but always includes a combination of classroom sessions and hands-on practical exercises. The goal is to ensure that trainees are comfortable and competent in operating the machinery.