Articulated Dumper Operation - Field-Testing Approach

Description

Learning of the basic techniques related to the operation of an articulated dumper in carrying out on a practice field some tasks typically associated with its exploitation.

Objectives

• Understand the details related to the operation of an articulated dumper
  • Know the uses of an articulated dumper
  • Recognize the controls and instruments of the operator's station and their uses
  • Recognize the particularities, the dangers and risks of different work environments
  • Describe safe working methods related to the operation of an articulated dumper
  • Establish the characteristics and the limits of the operated articulated dumper
• Operate an articulated dumper on a practice field
  • Properly perform the visual inspection of the articulated dumper (prior to and after use)
  • Start the articulated dumper in a safe way
  • Communicate with co-workers using appropriate manual and sound signals
  • Safely drive the articulated dumper on haulage road
  • Correctly park the articulated dumper at the loading area
  • Safely dump the load at the stockpile
  • Safely dump the load at the bulldozer's reception area
  • Stop the articulated dumper in a safe and secure way
• Demonstrate the professional behavior required in the work force
  • Demonstrate safe and orderly work methods
  • Follow workplace rules
  • Show team work skills
  • Demonstrate a sense of responsibility
  • Resolve problems
  • Demonstrate initiative
  • Be on time

Content Overview

• Terminology related to the operation of an articulated dumper
• Morphology: frame, wheels, dump body, etc.
• Types of uses
• Categories and manufacturers: Komatsu, John Deere, Hyundai, etc.
• Working environments: characteristics, risks and dangers
• Safe work procedures
• Characteristics and limitations of the machine
• Visual inspection of the machine
• Starting and stoping procedures
• Operating procedures of the machnine
• Planning of the operations
• Modes of communication
• Personal protective equipment
• Cleaning procedures
• Safe work methods: rules, safety equipment, etc.
• Classroom and establishment rules
• Rules of teamwork: task sharing, respect of others, cooperation, etc.
• Relationship with others
• Sense of responsibility
• Care of material
• Respect of deadlines
• Problem solving: alone or as a team
• Work initiative