Operator Training
Equipment Training Solutions
Louisiana Machinery and Caterpillar are dedicated to improving the return on the investment your company has made in Caterpillar products. Our Equipment Training Program is part of that value.
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Benefit for Company
• Increases operator efficiency, completing jobs before deadline.
• Increased operator awareness of equipment maintenance helps reduce downtime.
• Decreases operator accidents
- Reducing downtime, operating and maintenance costs
• Lower OSHA recordable & lost time injury ratings and Experience Modifications Rating
- Better company safety ratings lowers insurance costs
Benefit for Operators
• Increases safety for the operator and others on the job
• Reduces lost wages due to equipment accident & personal injury
• Increases operator performance:
- Which leads to increased operator’s value
- Which leads to job security and possible advancement
Operator Training Services
• Competent Operator Training (Level I)
- Course is designed for entry level individuals interested in a career as a Heavy Equipment Operator.
- Operator safety awareness, basic machine familiarization training and an introduction to earthmoving fundamentals on a variety of machine families.
- Level I training provides a base foundation and along with additional “stick time”, an individual can develop their skills to operate safely and proficiently.
- Attendees receive a Certificate of Completion at the conclusion of the training session.
- Minimum of 4 students/course, with a focus on 1-2 machine families in general or specific industry applications.
• Professional Operator Training (Level II)
- Refinement and enhancement of experienced operator skills. Course focus remains on; safety, maintenance inspections, monitoring systems, control familiarization, operating techniques, and applications – but includes much more time in supervised equipment operation (“stick time”).
- Experienced participants benefit by refining operating techniques and learning application tips and knowledge.
- Minimum of 4 students/course, with a focus on 1-2 machine families in general or specific industry applications.
• Professional Operator Certification (Level III)
- Evaluation of the experienced operators skill set, coaching to fine tune these skills, and certification through demonstration of skills in completing established tasks to course standards. Participants that successfully demonstrate machine proficiency earn a Certificate of Registry and a personalized belt buckle. Note: Participants that do not meet certificate of registration standards will receive a certificate of participation.
- Ensures operator and application proficiency, by machine family, in a number of applications.
- This course is not intended for inexperienced operators (< 5 years operating applicable heavy construction equipment).
- Minimum of 4 students/course.
To speak with one of our Equipment Training Solutions Specialists call 866-843-7440 or Click Here to email the Technical Service Manager.
