Grader Operator training.

Posted on 2013-10-29

Grader operator training is a o two month program led by experienced operators who teach others efficient and safe operating practices.
•1st month is a classroom session. The session which includes videotapes and presentations, primarily focuses on blading techniques for different tasks, roadway/roadside cross section elements, safety, and equipment. Participants are often from several cities or counties, which promotes discussion and exchange of ideas and techniques.
•2nd month is an optional field session. (Whenever possible, the field day is the day following the classroom session). Instructor(s) travel to your site to advise/guide motor grader operators while they operate their own equipment at their own location. The instructor(s) focus on topics or challenges of particular importance to the local area.

This training is designed for motor grader operators and their supervisors.
New operators find the training helpful, and experienced operators say it is a good refresher course. Supervisors learn about new developments and operating techniques.
Course participants should be familiar with basic equipment operations prior to attending.
Instructors
Grader Training program is taught by a team of two instructors who have had extensive on-the-job experience operating motor graders. During the classroom portion of the program, the instructors answer questions, promote group discussion, and share their own expertise. During the field sessions, the instructors meet with individual operators while the operators run their own equipment on their own roads.