Quick Hitch Safety Training
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Course Title
Safe Use of Quick Hitch Devices on Excavators
Course Overview
To give delegates an understanding of the various classifications of quick hitch devices. Identify the risks associated with quick hitch devices. Understand how to use quick hitch devices safely in the workplace.
Who Should Attend
People who are required to connect and disconnect attachments from a variety of different excavators. Managers and Supervisors who are likely to manage this work equipment.
Course Content
Requirements of a trained operator
The risks associated with quick hitch devices
Why accidents happen and the root causes of accidents
Legislation HSAWA PUWER LOLER BS EN 474-1
Safety prior to changing a device
Types of quick hitch devices:
Manual system safe method of disconnecting and connecting
Semi-automatic system safe method of disconnecting and connecting
Automatic system safe method of disconnecting and connecting
Maintenance requirements
The importance of manufacturers procedures
Confirmation & Summary
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Further Details
Course Outcome
Identify the risks associated with quick hitch devices
Describe the operators legal duties with respect to the use of quick hitches
Describe and apply safe working practices for the use of quick hitches
Practically connect and disconnect attachments safely
Know when and how to conduct visual inspections of the quick hitch equipment
Maintenance of quick hitch equipment
Apply the appropriate methods for testing connections
Realize the importance of following the manufacturers specification for use
Course Durations
This is a half day course for up to 10 people per session
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