National Certificate at NVQ Level 4 in the occupation of Construction Equipment

Operator (Wheel Front End Loader) will be awarded to those who are competent in

unit 11 – F45S008Q14L4

Theory:

• Major components of wheel loader and their functions

• Typical joystick functions and lever control operations

• Machine specifications

• Features of operator cabin (Operator console, Adjustable seats,

Safety levers/ locks, Manual override, Audio visual equipment, Air

conditioner)

• Panel gauges and indicators

• Operational parameters

o Speed

o Access dimensions

o Cycle time

• Operations of the wheel loader

o Loading techniques

o Hauling methods

o Earth filling methods

o Levelling

• Capacity and limitation of the machine

o Lifting capacities

• Terrain conditions

• Safety aspects of wheel loader operations

o Machine stability maintaining

o Operational safety

o Working in elevated areas

o Damages to the surroundings / environment and human

beings

o Conditions and suitability of the securing devices and

ramp

o Safety guards

• Transportation

o Loading

o Unloading

o Tightening/securing methods

Practical:

• Read and interpret the operator’s manual

• Perform the trial run

• Practice to

o Travelling on slopes

o Load material

o Haul material

o Perform earth filling

• Load the unit to the plant mover

• Unload the unit from the plant mover

• Clean and park the machine