Loader Training
The IVES Training Group offers excellent training programs for Skid Steer Loaders (Bobcat etc.), as well as Front-End Loaders and Loader Backhoes.Loader Operator Training
Our highly skilled Certified Master Trainers will come to your site and train your operators on your equipment and your specific applications. IVES prides itself on not only delivering the most complete and comprehensive classroom training but also practical, hands-on instruction. We consider this the most important part of any operator training program and cut no corners when evaluating each and every operator. The ultimate goal is a safe workplace environment and that's what IVES programs are designed to deliver.
Loader Trainer Certification
Delivered at our various training facilities on an open enrollment basis, the Loader Trainer Certification Program trainees receive in-depth instruction on each type of loader as well as extensive instruction on how to effectively train operators. Each trainee's knowledge and demonstrated skills in all aspects of the program are evaluated and graded prior to certification.
Program Details
Program Duration: Five (5) days
Equipment:
- Front End Loader (Articulated and Rigid frame)
- Skid Steer Loader (Bobcat type)
- Loader Backhoe
Program Structure:
- Classroom theory training - 50%
- Practical hands-on training - 50%
Program Capacity: Maximum of 16
Program Outline
DAY 1
- Introduction and program requirements
- Trainer pre-test
- Program overview and objectives
- Review of applicable regulations and industry standards
- Classroom and practical instructional techniques
- Homework assignment
DAY 2
- Review of Day 1
- Loader backhoe (LBH) interactive theory training
- Review LBH operator theory test
- Pre-use inspections (hands-on)
- Practical training skills
- Practical training area set-up
- Practical training exercises (hands-on)
- Homework assignment
DAY 3
- Review Day 2
- Skid Steer Loader (SSL) interactive theory training
- Review SSL operator theory test
- Practical Training exercises (hands-on)
- Operator practical evaluation form
- Practical evaluation skills
- Practical evaluation exercises (hands-on)
- Homework assignment
DAY 4
- Review Day 3
- Front End Loader (FEL) interactive theory training
- Review FEL operator theory test
- Practical evaluation exercises (hands-on)
- Homework assignment
DAY 5
- Review Day 4
- Loader equipment general review
- Master trainer theory test (equipment theory)
- Documentation/certification procedures
- Establishing a site & equipment specific operator training program and lesson plan
- Final written examination (instructional techniques)
- Program review and wrap-up


