“RIIMPO208F Operate support equipment” is a competency-based training course designed to provide individuals with the skills and knowledge required to safely and effectively operate various types of support equipment in construction, mining, and industrial settings. Support equipment refers to a range of machinery and vehicles used to assist primary operations, such as material handling, transportation, and maintenance tasks.
Key components of the course typically include:
- Safety Procedures: Participants learn about safety regulations, hazard identification, risk assessment, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure the safety of themselves and others during support equipment operations.
- Equipment Familiarization: The course covers different types of support equipment, including their components, controls, and operational features, as well as the functions and limitations of various attachments and accessories.
- Pre-operation Checks: Participants learn how to conduct pre-operation checks on support equipment to ensure that they are in proper working condition, including inspections of controls, hydraulics, tires, and safety devices.
- Operating Techniques: The course teaches participants how to safely and effectively operate support equipment to perform tasks such as material handling, transportation, and maintenance, including techniques for loading, unloading, maneuvering, and securing loads, as well as proper use of attachments and accessories.
- Environmental Considerations: Participants learn about environmental regulations and best practices for operating support equipment in ways that minimize environmental impact, such as measures to prevent spills, minimize emissions, and reduce noise and vibration.
- Maintenance and Troubleshooting: The course covers basic maintenance tasks for support equipment, such as lubrication, cleaning, and inspection of wear parts, as well as troubleshooting common issues to ensure optimal performance and reliability of the equipment.
Upon successful completion of the course and assessment, participants will have the skills and knowledge necessary to safely and effectively operate support equipment, contributing to the productivity and efficiency of operations in their respective workplaces.
