This one-week (36-hour) Mini Excavator Training course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and practical skills needed for the safe operation of mini excavators on construction worksites. Training includes instruction on applicable OSHA CFR Part 1926 Construction Industry Regulations related to excavation and heavy equipment operations.
Hands-on training activities include: pre- and post-operation inspections, daily maintenance procedures, machine controls and operation, demolition techniques, grading and excavating operations, material loading procedures, and proper equipment securement for transportation. Emphasis is placed on jobsite safety, equipment awareness, and industry best practices to prepare students for real-world construction environments.