
Course details
Excavator Safety
Course Overview
Excavators are among the most versatile and powerful machines on a job site, but without the right training, they can present major hazards. This online Excavator Safety Training course teaches proven techniques to reduce risks and ensure safe operations.
Focusing on crawler excavators, track-mounted machines widely used in construction, road building, and utility work, participants will learn how to operate responsibly, recognize hazards, and respond to emergencies.
This program is suitable for new operators, experienced professionals looking to refresh their knowledge, supervisors, and anyone working near heavy excavation equipment.
Topics Covered
This training provides guidance on:
- Safe applications and common functions of crawler excavators
- Main components and how they operate together
- Pre-use inspection and preventative maintenance
- Control systems and operational techniques
- Identifying and reducing workplace risks
- Emergency procedures every operator must know
This course takes approximately 90 minutes to complete
A passing grade of 80% or higher required. Up to 3 attempts are provided.
A certificate will be provided upon the successful completion of this course