Bulldozer Safety Online Training

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Our Bulldozer training covers topics such as the proper use of bulldozers, maintenance practices, how to detect malfunctioning equipment and more.

Aligned with OSHA industry standards
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Duration: 2.5 Hour(s)

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About this Course

Bulldozers, despite their strength and utility, can pose a significant danger if operated incorrectly. Safety training is crucial for heavy equipment operations, ensuring employees meet the required qualifications and receive the necessary training.

Our online Bulldozer Safety Training course is OSHA-aligned, and covers anatomy, stability, safe operations, and common hazards. For your benefit, we include practice quiz questions for the final exam and a checklist for employers to use when administering practical exams.

What Standards Does This Course Cover?

This course meets the following OSHA standards:

OSHA 29 CFR 1926 – Construction Industry
- 29 CFR 1926.600 – Equipment
- 29 CFR 1926.602 – Material Handling Equipment
- 29 CFR 1926.604 – Site Clearing
- 29 CFR 1926 Subpart W – Rollover Protective Structures
- 29 CFR 1926.20 – General Safety and Health Provisions, training
- 29 CFR 1926.21 – Training and Education

Outline

Topics Covered

Anatomy of Your Equipment
Bulldozer Stability
- Load Limits
Know Your Machine
- Dozing
- Operator’s Manual
Knowing the Jobsite
- Pedestrians
- Traffic
- Lighting
- Communication
Common Hazards

What You’ll Learn

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

Understand the proper weight distribution to drive the dozer safely.
Recognize and explain the importance of proper maintenance.
Identify safe points of entry and exit.
Recognize and mitigate site hazards and conditions for safe operation.
Identify safety characteristics and their significance.
Recognize the basics of safe dozer operation and maneuvering.
Conduct proper shut down procedures.
Identify the controls and their respective functions.
Understand efficient travel and maneuvering strategies.
Define the components and safety features.

FAQs

What is a Bulldozer?

A bulldozer is a large demolition and pushing machine commonly used in construction and mining projects for earthmoving tasks like excavating, demolition, and leveling dirt. They travel on strong metal tracks, suitable for uneven terrain but not suitable for finished concrete or asphalt.

How Long Will It Take to Complete the Course?

Because everyone learns and progresses at different speeds, the amount of time you spend taking this training will vary. However, the estimated time for this training is 120 – 150 min.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is designed for employees, managers, employers, and supervisors.

Does This Course Meet OSHA Requirements?

This course is aligned with OSHA standard training requirements to cover:

29 CFR 1926.600 – Equipment
29 CFR 1926.602 – Material Handling Equipment
29 CFR 1926.604 – Site Clearing
29 CFR 1926 Subpart W – Rollover Protective Structures
29 CFR 1926.20 – General Safety and Health Provisions, training
29 CFR 1926.21 – Training and Education

Does OSHA Require Safety Training?

OSHA mandates that all loader and earthmoving operators must be trained and certified before driving heavy machinery, including those operating a dozer. Employers are responsible for creating a safe workplace, and if this isn't possible, they must provide necessary resources and safety tools, including OSHA-aligned safety training courses, to ensure the safety of their employees.