Course Overview

The course is delivered at mine sites and in Emerald by Australian Operator Training who are well recognised in the mining industry. The training is delivered in a face-to-face mode over two days.  Training includes both theory and practical exercises using brake testing equipment.   Participants will be required to complete written assessments and test the relevant heavy and light vehicles and mobile plants.

All learners undertaking this course, are experienced workers who have a minimum of 2 years’ workshop experience.  It is appropriate to deliver and assess this training course over a shorter period, because the workers already have many of the underpinning skills and knowledge required.

All learners are required to brake test nine (9) vehicles for the practical assessment.

Three (3) different light vehicles – Less than 4.5t GVM ute etc

Three (3) different medium/heavy vehicles (More than 4.5t GVM) – Trucks / Buses etc

Three (3) different items of Mobile Plant (Non-Road Going) – Rear Dumps / Water Carts / Forklifts / Loaders / Graders etc

Course Outline:   

• Identifying and managing hazards and risks associated with working on the machinery and equipment being used
• Procedural methodologies used to identify and confirm system faults, deficiencies or discrepancies
• Identifying, selecting and preparing tools and materials
• Carrying out diagnostic processes, sequencing, and tests in accordance with manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
• Methodologies for drawing valid conclusions from available evidence
• Preparing written reports and justifying rectification methods / variations  in accordance with workplace and legislative requirements
• Cleaning work area, and storing tools and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
• Processing documentation in accordance with workplace procedures

Course Inclusions:

• Training will be conducted by one of our experienced trainer / assessors who have resource industry currency and supported by a strong knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and industry standards.
• Practical and theoretical activities drive the training experience to ensure that the training is engaging, interesting and relevant.
• 2 days of training. Up to 6 trainees per course. A typical course runs from 07:30-15:30

Participants must

Be at least 18 years of age

Trade Qualified

Have at least 2 years experience in a workshop as a fitter

Equipment requirements

Learners / Companies have to supply the following:

Three (3) different light vehicles – Less than 4.5t GVM ute etc

Three (3) different medium/heavy vehicles (More than 4.5t GVM) – Trucks / Buses etc

Three (3) different items of Mobile Plant (Non-Road Going) – Rear Dumps / Water Carts / Forklifts / Loaders / Graders etc

For our public courses at our purpose-built training facility trainees must provide:

Transport

Lunch

Appropriate clothing, closed-in footwear.

Certification:

Students who are assessed as competent will receive a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This certification is nationally recognised. The Statement is issued by Australian Operator Training (RTO 41351).

National units of competency

AURKTB002 – Analyse and evaluate faults in wheeled mobile plant braking systems

AURHTB005 – Analyse and evaluate faults in heavy commercial vehicle braking systems

AURLTB002 – Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle braking systems

Course Duration

2 x 8 hour days

Price

$1575.00 pp for public courses.

For group bookings outside our public course schedule or at your location, please contact our office on 07 49822541