RIIMPO315E

Conduct tractor operations

Course Outline

This nationally recognised training course describes the skills and knowledge required to operate tractors and use attachments. It applies to anyone who owns, operates a tractor on a regular basis, with or without attachments in the civil construction industry.

  • Plan and prepare for tractor operations
  • Conducting machine pre-operational checks
  • Safety Procedures and Regulations
  • Operation of the tractor
  • Removing and fitting attachments

Requirements & Details

  • Participants must be a minimum of 18 years of age to sit the assessment, and be proficient in English
  • Photo ID, and wear appropriate PPE (Hi-viz clothing, ankle height steel toe boots, hard hat, safety glasses)
  • A short literacy and numeracy test will be required
  • Assessment type: Theory and Practical –

Duration

  • 1-2 days depending on competency
  • Experienced – RPL, 4 hours – 1 day Course is available for all students who have evidence of previous experience operating a Tractor. Must supply either OHS/RII ticket OR VOC (minimum 12 months experience)

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be issued with;
  • Statement of attainment (SOA) for the unit RIIMPO315E – Conduct tractor operations
  • A wallet sized photo identification card reflecting the achievement.

For more information

  1. Plan and prepare for tractor operations

1.1 Access, interpret and apply tractor operations documentation

1.2 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions

1.3 Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess the risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies

1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities

1.5 Identify, obtain and implement traffic management signage requirements according to standard operating procedures and safe work practices

1.6 Select required tractor equipment and/or attachments for work activities

1.7 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures for tractors, and be prepared for fires, accidents and emergencies

1.8 Coordinate and communicate planned activities with others at the site prior to commencement of work activity

  1. Operate tractor in line with established requirements to complete work activity

2.1 Carry out prestart and start-up checks in line with workplace procedures

2.2 Identify faults or defects and rectify or report within scope of own responsibility and according to workplace procedures

2.3 Drive and operate tractor using techniques suited to equipment capabilities, site and work conditions, and according to workplace procedures

2.4 Monitor and manage equipment performance using indicators and alarms

2.5 Monitor hazards and risks during operations, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment

2.6 Park up, shut down, secure and carry out post operational inspection of equipment in line with workplace procedures

  1. Select, remove, fit and use attachments for a tractor

3.1 Select attachment for the task

3.2 Fit attachment in line with workplace procedures

3.3 Test attachment to ensure correct fitting and operation

3.4 Use attachment within design limits and in accordance with workplace procedures

3.5 Remove, clean and store attachments in designated location in line with workplace procedures

  1. Relocate tractor

4.1 Prepare tractor for relocation

4.2 Move tractor safely between worksites, observing relevant codes and traffic management requirement

  1. Conduct housekeeping activities

5.1 Clear work area and dispose or recycle materials according to workplace procedures

5.2 Manage and/or report hazards to maintain a safe working environment

5.3 Complete and file or distribute documentation in a manner that complies with workplace practices

Above detailed information has been extracted from training.gov.au. For a more comprehensive review of legislation & guidelines please visit; https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/RIIMPO315E

Quick Glance

Program Name

Conduct tractor operations

Start date(s)

Fri 28 Feb 2025

Program length

1 DAY

Study mode

THEORY & PRACTICAL EXAM

Contact

+61 476 467 873

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