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980G Front-end Loader Operator
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1. Loader Operator Orientation
Job Training Outline
Videos
Front-End Loader Safety (MSHA)
Stockpiling Safety (MSHA)
Berms and Haulroads (MSHA)
980G End-Loader (Caterpillar)
Silica Control in Equipment Cabs (MSHA)
Printed Materials
OSHA
MSHA
Company Policy
MSHA
OSHA
Operation and Maintenance Manual
2. Pre-Operational Inspection
Shift Preparation
Self-assessment
Communications between shifts
Equipment Status (In-Service/Out-of-Service)
Personal Protective Equipment
Walkaround
Begin at right-rear corner
Turn master switch "OFF"
Check under machine for leaks
Check coolant level
Check engine oil level
Continue to left-rear corner
Check radiator
Check left-rear tire/wheel/lugs/lockring
Continue to left center of machine
Check transmission site gauge
Visual check of hydraulic lines/steering cylinders
Check ladders/grab irons
Visual check of fuel tank
Check auto system lube lines or grease appropiate fittings
Continue to left-front of machine
Check under machine for leaks
Check left-front tire/wheel/lugs/lockring
Check bucket pins/linkage/hydraulic cylinders and lines/auto lube system lines or grease appropriate fittings
Check bucket wear items
Continue to right-front of machine
Check right-front tire/wheel/lugs/lockring
Check bucket pins/linkage/hydraulic cylinders and lines/auto lube system lines or grease appropriate fittings
Check bucket wear items
Continue to right-center of machine
Check hydraulic oil level (sight gauge)
Check hydraulic lines/steering cylinders
Check ladders/grab irons
Check hydraulic fluid fill cap
Check auto lube system storage tank or grease appropriate fittings
Must climb ladder to check
Continue to right-rear of machine
Check right-rear tire/wheel/lugs/locking ring
Turn master switch "ON"
Outside Cab Inspection
Mount Machine
Check fire extinquisher
Check handrails
Check/clean glass/mirrors
Inside Cab Inspection
Secure any loose items
Housekeeping
Adjust seat/check seat belt/fasten seat belt
Key Off - Check that all controls are set properly
Transmission
Park brake applied
Hydraulic controls locked out
Key On - Check gauges
Check communications (CB)
Sound Audible Warning
Start Engine
Monitor gauges
Check service brakes
Check steering
Check park brakes on ramp
Check lights
Check back-up alarm/strobe
Cycle hydraulics
Go to work
3. Emergency Procedures/Abnormal Occurrences/Non-Routine Procedures
Fire
Stop Machine/Exit Immediately
Turn key "OFF"/Master Switch
Notify supervision
Medical
Injury/Illness
Report to Supervisor
Critical Manfunctions
Engine Stall/Power Loss
React to Panel Lights
Tire Failure
Brake Failure
Steering Failure
Hydraulic Failure
Electrical Failure
Sudden Loss of Visibility
Loss of Control
Skidding
Submersion
Roll Over
Ground Failure
Contact with Power Lines
Overhead
Underground
Other Vehicle out of Control
4. Post-Operational Inspection
Park Equipment
Set park brake
Lower bucket to ground
Place controls in neutral condition and lock-out
Idle Down/Cool Down Engine
Observe Gauges/Indicators
Stop Engine/Turn Off Lights
Dismount Machine
Clean Out Cab
Observe Ground Conditions
Check Ladder/Grab Irons
Face Ladder
Maintain 3-point contact
Final walkaround/Turn off master switch
Communicate Changes
End-Loader
Mine
5. On-Shift Operation
Control Familiarization
Command Control Steering
Hydraulic Controls
Lift/Tilt Bucket Controls
Kick-out Switches
Ride Control Switch
Transmission Operations
Foot Pedal Controls
All Hand Controls
Maintain Communications
Eye Contact
Signals
Hazard Reporting
Demonstrate Blind Spots
Directly Behind Machine
Right-rear Corner
Left-rear Corner
Right-front of Machine
Demonstrate Machine Movement by Trainer
Articulation
Release Parking Brake
Maintain Bucket Contact with Ground
Explain Pinch-points and Steering
Explain Steering Lock and Purpose
Forward and reverse movement
Explain Auto-Shift
Explain IBS Brake System (left pedal)
Trainee's Practice
Move forward and reverse and articulate
Raise/lower bucket
Check all indicator gauges
Proper shut-down procedures
Provide feedback/demo
Loading Techniques by Trainer
Bucket Loading Techniques
Pick-and-carry Techniques
Truck Loading Techniques
Hopper Loading Techniques
Trainee's Practice
Bucket Loading Techniques
Pick-and-carry Techniques
Truck Loading Techniques
Hopper Loading Techniques
Field Practice
Check gauges/indicators
Maintain Safe Speed for Ground Conditions
Grade
Weather
Road
Visibility
Traffic
Check for Road Hazards
Check for Highwall/Bank Hazards
Check berms
Check overhanging/loose material (alert if stone on roadway)
Check for work overhead
Practice Defensive Driving
Awareness for Other Vehicles
Scan Ahead
Know/Remember Blindspots
Traveling on a Grade
Yield to Loaded Truck
Monitor Gauges
Clean windshield if necessary
Use signals
Count Loads/Scale
Accelerate Smoothly
Obey Traffic Signs
Wear Seatbelts
Fueling Equipment
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