| Job Communications -
Communication
with others in the work environment |
| Evaluate the Job Conditions
- Inspect the work layout area and apply line, grades and off-set |
Perform Pre-start Inspection
- Complete walk-around inspection. Perform daily maintenance.
Lubricate the machine and
top off all fluid levels. |
| Complete Operational
Checks - Start the engine. Monitor engine performance, electrical system,
brake system, air cleaner indicator and warning systems. Cycle the machine. |
| Operational Procedures
- Practice safe operating procedures including warm and cold weather
starting, stripping, cutting, filling, carrying, lifting and dumping the
bucket, loading from a bank or stockpile, peeling and scraping, backfilling,
breaking and spreading large piles, and various types of trenching procedures. |
| Complete Shut Down and
Parking Procedures - Prepare machine for parking and park the machine.
Perform shut-down procedures with the engine running and shut off. Place
warning signs around parked equipment. |
| Perform Machine Adjustment
and Maintenance - Track adjustment and machine maintenance procedures. |
| Load, Transport and Unloading
Procedures - Prepare the machine for transport. Load machine on float.
Secure the machine on float and unload the machine. |
| Introduction to Survey
and Layout - Introduce and familairize students with equipment used
by surveyors and contractors for determining grades, depths and other job
site measurements. |
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