Hydro-Excavator Operator Unit Standard 28725

Course Aim
Trainees will be able to apply theory and skills in hydro-excavator operations and analyse and evaluate processes, through practical experience.

This course is based on coaching and assessment only and is designed for trainees with experience in hydro-excavator operations.

Combining theory and practical assessments participants will demonstrate the following skills.
 

Course Overview
Theory and practical assessments covering the following: 

• Demonstrate knowledge of hydro-excavators
• Prepare for hydro excavator operations
• Operate a hydro-excavator for infrastructure works
• Complete post-operational procedures for a hydro excavator.

Prerequisites

• Class of driver licence and any driver licence endorsement appropriate for the vehicle being driven
• On job evidence such as log books, photos and job sheets will be requested as part of the evidence 

NZQA Unit Standard
28725: Operate a hydro-excavator on an infrastructure works site - Level 3, Credits 8

Attendance Numbers: Minimum 1 - maximum 4 

Course Duration: Approx. 6-8 hours for experienced operator (course pre reading required)

Course Location: TBC

Course Costs: $1,200.00+gst per person

Mileage: $100.00+gst to Auckland, Hamilton & Tauranga and .95c+gst per km everywhere else

(Minimum number charges will be applied if minimum numbers are not met)

For more information, please refer to the trainee handbook or the student information section of our website.