Quick Hitch Awareness

An add on to a current excavator qualification

Course Aim

To provide you with a thorough understanding of the relevant operational and safety requirements applicable to operatives who are required to attach or work with machinery that require the operation of quick hitch systems, working in the construction industry and allied environments.

Course Contents

Identify the Risks Associated with Quick Hitch Devices Perform the Operators Legal Duties Demonstrate Safe Working Practices Demonstrate Ability to Connect/Disconnect Attachments Demonstrate How to Conduct Visual Inspections Carry Out Maintenance of Quick Hitch Equipment Demonstrate the Appropriate Methods for Testing Connections Comply with Manufactures Specification of Use

Certification

Delegates are required to demonstrate their competence by passing three separate tests. The tests consist of a pre use check, associated knowledge test and a practical test of operating skills. Successful delegates will be awarded their Certificate of Basic Training which is valid for a period of 3 years.

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Course Contents

Responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act, 1974, PUWER 98 & LOLER 98
Operators Safety code
Re-charging of Diesel, Gas or Electric Counterbalance Forklift
Pre-use checks
Factors affecting stability
Motive and hydraulic controls of the Counterbalance Forklift
Manoeuvring the Forklift Truck in open and confined areas
Stacking at different levels
De-stacking with laden and un-laden pallets
Working in and out of racking with the Counterbalance Forklift