Excavator
Excavator
Who Should Attend?
Operators who operate an Excavator as part of their work and are in need of certification.
This course is available in both an instructor-monitored format and ONLINE format. For the ONLINE format select:
• Powered Mobile Equipment Operator – Alberta
Course Details
Length:Â
- Blended: Half day
- Instructor led: Full day
- Skilled operator practical: 20 – 30 minutes
- New operator practical: 2 – 3 hours
Certificate: Valid for three years
Prerequisite: None
Cost: Skilled – $225.00. New – $625.00 +gst
Note:Â Smaller class sizes may result in the student taking the blended theory in our computer lab with the instructor present to monitor and assist the student. Practical components will be taught in-person with the guidance and supervision of the instructor.
Course Outline
The course includes both a theory and practical section.
Topics covered in this course include:
• Related Legislation
• Emergency Actions
• Competency Requirements
• Job Planning and Hazard Assessments
• Safe Operating Procedures
• Prevention of Injuries
• Maintaining Equipment
• Workplace Requirements
• Maintaining Equipment Stability
• Material Handling and Attachments
The practical portion includes demonstrating the ability to safely
maneuver the excavator through a series of obstacles and use the attachment.
Are you a New or Skilled Operator?
Skilled Operator:Â Â has at least 100 hours of recent experience operating an excavator.
The skilled operator will demonstrate their ability to operate the excavator safely and efficiently through a series of driving and operating exercises. Practical assessments take approximately 20-30 minutes.
Skilled operators may complete certification on multiple pieces of equipment on the same day through our Powered Mobile Equipment Program.
- Skid Steer
- Lift Trucks (Forklift)
- Wheel Loader
- Variable Reach Lift Truck (Zoom Boom)
New Operator: does not have over 100 hours of recent experience operating an excavator. This course is intended for those needing the training required to meet the basic and knowledge to operate an excavator safely.
They will gain about 2-3 hours of operating experience on the equipment; demonstrating their ability to operate it safely and efficiently through a series of driving and operating exercises.
Pick a date below to book your course:
Skilled Operator - $225.00
New Operator - $625.00
Ground Disturbance II
This one-day program is designed for any party that is supervising a Ground Disturbance, independently performing a Ground Disturbance, or issuing and receiving Ground Disturbance permits.
Wheel Loader
A Wheel Loader is sometimes referred to as a Front-End Loader, or Articulating Loader and can be operated with multiple attachments including a bucket, forks, grapple, or brooms.
Variable Reach Lift Truck
A Variable Reach Lift Truck (VRLT) is a Class VII Rough Terrain Lift Truck and is sometimes referred to as a Telescopic Handler, Telehandler or Zoom Boom.
FAQs
Yes, Alberta requires workers operating powered mobile equipment to be trained and demonstrate competency. Employers must ensure operators are properly trained, assessed, authorized, and deemed competent before operating any Powered Mobile Equipment.Â
No prior excavator experience is required to take WCFF’s Excavator Course. However, students with 100+ hours of recent excavator experience may qualify as a skilled operator and only need to complete an abridged, lower-cost version of the course with a few instructor-led exercises to demonstrate their skills. Â
The course can benefit construction workers, heavy equipment operators, landscapers, excavation contractors, utility workers, and others who operate excavators as part of their job.Â
WCFF’s Excavator Certificates are valid for 3 Years.
The length of WCFF’s Excavator Certification Course depends on the training format and your experience level. The blended course takes approximately half a day, while the instructor-led course takes a full day. The practical assessment typically takes 20–30 minutes for skilled workers and 2–3 hours for students with limited experience.