Description
It is envisaged that by the end of this course of training the trainee operator will be able to answer questions on and perform the following:
- Have a basic understanding of the industry and the relevant legislation, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a vehicle / plant machinery marshal
- Have knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular vehicle / machine to be guided
- Have a good understanding of signs and signals, approved hand signals and different forms of communication
- Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for vehicle / plant machinery marshal
- Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area including stop blocks and tipping areas
- Set up exclusion zone for loading / unloading
- Guide machinery in a forward and reverse direction including confined spaces and ‘blind areas’ safely and efficiently
- Environmental considerations
- Carry out all end of shift and shut down and parking procedures
