180° Excavator (JCB type)

180° Excavator – above or below 5 tonnes

180° excavators are widely used throughout the land-based and construction industries. They are versatile and powerful machines that can be used for a variety of different jobs, but require quality to training to ensure safety and efficiency.

This Lantra integrated training and assessment course runs for one to three days, depending on experience. Our instructors will guide candidates through the training to ensure they learn the key fundamentals and techniques of operating a 180° excavator.

This course offers a range of certificate options, depending on candidate needs:

  • Below five tonnes
  • Above five tonnes
  • Excavators used as cranes

Who is it for?

Those in land-based or construction industries who are required to use a 180° excavator at work. The course is suitable for novices, those with on-the-job experience but no formal training, and those who require refresher training to comply with HSE requirements. Training will allow candidates to develop their skills and knowledge in order to operate the machine in a safe and confident manner.

Course sessions

  • Machine and site risk assessment
  • Plant safety and legislation
  • Machine components, operator controls, knowledge and preparation for work
  • Conduct all operational and pre-start checks
  • Prepare the excavator for site and highway travel
  • Drive the excavator safely over varying types of terrain
  • Operate the excavator safely in restricted spaces
  • Prepare the backhoe and bucket to excavate
  • Demonstrate how to safely attach and remove different types of buckets and ancillaries
  • Select the appropriate backhoe/loader techniques to perform essential tasks
  • Operate plant and machinery to excavate ground and loose materials to given work instructions
  • Perform excavation activities in a variety of soil/material types
  • Demonstrate how to safely place spoil into transporting vehicles
  • Demonstrate how to grade, spread and level different types of material
  • Demonstrate how to lift basic suspended loads with backhoe in set configuration(s)
  • Shut down and secure plant or machinery
  • Describe the procedures used for loading and unloading excavators when transported on a trailer
  • Theory assessment and practical assessment

Course summary

Title: 180° Excavator

Assessment: Lantra Integrated

Duration:

1-day (refresher)

2-days (experienced)

3-days (novice)

Cost:

£350+VAT (1-day)

£680+VAT (2-days)

£995+VAT (3-days)

Per person cost, including Lantra training, assessment, and certificate

Machine hire not included

Pre-requisites: None

Learners will require:

  • PPE:
    • Steel toecap footwear
    • Work gloves
    • Overalls and wet weather clothing
    • Hi-viz jacket or waistcoat

Availability