This unit of competency covers the functions required to prepare and operate a dozer to meet minimum training and assessment standards for the purposes of certification. This unit has been developed in accordance with the licensing and assessment requirements of NOHSC:7019 [1992].


This unit involves:

• Planning the work for the prevailing working conditions
• Using the controls and operating systems to manage the operation of the equipment
• Locating the load and identifying the load characteristics
• Safely moving the load
• Monitoring the controls
• Stopping, shutting down and securing the equipment after the completion of operations.

To obtain your qualification, the basic procedure requires you to undertake:

• Initial training by New Horizons Safety and Training Services (usually 2 days but is dependant on applicant/s involved)
• Supervised hours (under a licensed operator)operating the machine. These hours must be logged into an official Log Book
• Final assessment

Logged Book hours required for full certification: 40

At the completion of the course you will receive a Workplace Health & Safety Ticket and a Statement of Attainment that is a nationally recognised qualification for this machine.

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