Courses

The newly acquired Caterpillar 730 Articulated Haul Truck has allowed our members the opportunity for exposure to operations involving loader and excavator truck loading and navigation of a driving confidence course. These theory and practical skills are designed to aid the students to become confident and competent Articulated Haul Truck operators.

Learn about hydrogen sulphide (sour) gas; its properties, emergency response, rescue techniques and working safely in its vicinity. Successful students will receive an Enform certificate valid for three years.

The course is designed to instruct and evaluate experienced Grader Operators that are unfamiliar with the new style of CAT M Series Motor Graders.

Each course has a theory module that discusses the machine’s systems, controls, operator maintenance and OH&S Regulations. The course also has practical modules to aid and demonstrate the operation of the M Series Motor Graders. Practical exercises and theory tests are used in the evaluation process. Certificate of completion is awarded for successful students.

Registered Alberta Apprentice Mobile Crane Period 1 Technical Training

This course is designed to make you aware of falling hazards in the work site. It includes various protection systems as well as components of a fall arrest system.  Once completed, members will be able to perform a pre-use equipment inspection and be trained on how to eliminate or control the fall hazard. Certificate of Completion is awarded for successful students and is valid for three years.

Please note that you will be suspended in a harness for a short period of time as part of the practical exercise during the course.

This is a two day class for beginners and is held at the Budd Coutts Apprenticeship and Education Centre near Redwater.  Learn machine systems, OH & S regulations and how to operate a Skid Steer. Students will be introduced to basic earthwork concepts and terms. Candidates will also find information in the owner’s manual to follow the manufacturer’s operating recommendations. Practical exercises and a theory test are used in the evaluation process. Successful students will earn a Skid Steer certificate valid for 3 years.

Demonstrate the fundamentals of operating a Skid Steer or CTL. Explain and find information directly from the owner’s manual.  Practical exercises and a theory test are used in the evaluation process.  Certificate of Completion is awarded for successful students and is valid for three years.

2 day St. John’s Ambulance Standard First Aid Course. Cover all the skills in Emergency First Aid plus first aid for other injuries and illnesses. Learn how to deal with head and spinal injuries and fractures of the upper and lower limbs. Level C CPR is included. Successful students will receive a Standard Level C CPR & AED First Aid Certificate from St. John Ambulance.  The certificate is valid for three years.

This is a two day class for beginners. Learn machine systems, OH & S regulations and how to operate a Class 7 Rough Terrain Telehandler. Students will be introduced to forklift operations, how to find information in the owner’s manual, and interpretation of the manufacturer’s load chart to determine lifting capacities. Practical exercises and a theory test are used in the evaluation process.  Successful students will earn a Class 7 Rough Terrain Telehandler certificate valid for three years.

Demonstrate the fundamentals of operating a Rough Terrain Telehandler. Students will find and interpret information and load chart capacities directly from the owner’s manual.  Practical exercises and a theory test are used in the evaluation process.  Certificate of Completion is awarded for successful students and is valid for three years. Must have prior certification or proof of experience from current employer.

Learn OH&S regulations, machine systems, components, maintenance, and how to operate a Wheel Loader. Students will be introduced to basic earthwork concepts and terms. Candidates will also find information in the owner’s manual to follow the manufacturer’s operating recommendations. Practical exercises and a theory test are used in the evaluation process. Successful students will earn a Wheel Loader certificate.