Skip Handler

Who Should Attend?

All personnel required to operate a Skip Handler.

Duration:

4 days, this depends on the number of candidates and the ratio of candidates / machines per Instructor. Foundation course includes 1 Day Module 2 Health & Safety Course.

Aim

Provide the candidate with the basic knowledge and practical skills involved in operating a Skip Handler.

Content

* An Introduction to the Construction Industry
* Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations
* Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations
* Other current relevant regulations
* Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
* Introduction to machine
* Techniques for siting/lifting close to ground works and buildings
* Recognition of potential hazards ( Hazardous Substances )
* Communication and signalling procedures
* Lifting techniques for a loaded skip
* Loading and off-loading techniques for empty skips
* Methods and procedures for tipping loaded skips
* Methods and procedures for trimming and securing loads
* Operators responsibilities for preparing and using the skip handler for road travel

Knowledge

By the end of the course delegates will be able to

* Operate the machine safely and correctly in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions and accepted good practice.
* Carry out a pre-shift inspection.
* Operate safely under varying site conditions.
* carry out minor adjustments and routine services.
* Have an understanding of responsibilities under Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 & other current relevant legislation.

Additional Information

Eligible companies are able to claim grants for this training, which will pay for a substantial amount if not all of the training costs, as this course is CITB approved for grant purposes.

Available nationwide at any of over 50 centres, see below our open course availability. Alternatively, call 0870 850 7964 or book your own course online right here: