Description
The electric shovel is a key component of overall mine productivity. Running any brand of electric shovel safely and productively takes a skilled operator who understands the shovel and has had lots of coaching and hands-on training.
Start your operators out right with a solid understanding of the components, design and capabilities of the equipment. Help them understand the limitations and challenges before they start operating in a simulator or a real shovel.
Author
Vista Training
| Duration: | 2 Hours |
| Access: | 90 Days |
| Category: | Operations |
| Level: | Specialize |
| Version: | v1.0.0 |
Overall Course Specifications:
Estimated length of training program: 1 hour + final test
Number of test questions: 38
Printable Certificate of Completion: Yes
Final Exam Feedback report: Yes
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Objectives
Course Content
Lesson 1: Introduction
- Overview of the electric shovel and its uses and place on a mine
- Various types of shovels used today
- The productivity cycle of the shovel
- Safety and hazards to be aware of when using a shovel
Lesson 2: Systems, Components and Controls
- Overview of the main sections of the electric shovel
- Definition of the systems on a shovel and their functions during operation
- Control identifications and monitoring
Lesson 3: Pre-use Inspection
- Overall inspection and equipment area safety
- Approach and work area inspection techniques
- Step-by-step pre-use inspection of an electric shovel
- Ways to report defects
Lesson 4: Basic Operation
- Pre-start checks and function test to complete before operation
- Basic operation skills – hoist, crowd, swing, and propel
- Step-by-step completion of a basic shovel cycle
- Continual equipment monitoring and shut down techniques
Lesson 5: Efficient Operating Skills
- Techniques for operating more efficiently and completing your cycle productively
- Positioning your shovel and the trucks or loaders to load
- Placing the load effectively for better productivity and safety
Lesson 6: Relocating and Safe Shut Down
- Shovel movement planning and risk assessment
- Steps for traveling and relocating a shovel
- Cable maintenance and manipulation for safety and productivity
- Safe shovel parking and exit
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:
- Define the role of an electric shovel on a mine
- Identify the main components and controls of an electric shovel
- Complete a proper pre-use inspection before operating
- Explain various operating and loading techniques
Recommended Background
Although we recommend that you take the following prerequisite courses, this course is suitable for anyone with an interest in equipment operation and safety.
- Recommended prerequisite courses:
- Heavy Equipment – Introduction and Safety
- Heavy Equipment – Pre-Use Inspection.
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