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Heavy equipment inspection Level 1
A thorough inspection helps identify defects before they become incidents. Structure your checks, identify areas requiring attention and document your findings. Strengthen your ability to contribute to equipment condition monitoring and prepare the necessary actions.
- Duration
- 2 days 14 hours
- Code
- MAIN012FR Code
Presentation
In the construction and mining sectors, machine availability depends directly on the vigilance of teams on the ground. This 2-day course enables operators and supervisors to learn essential visual inspection methods to ensure safety and prevent heavy equipment breakdowns, including excavators, loaders and bulldozers.
You will learn to recognise early warning signs of failure, such as fluid leaks, premature component wear and structural damage. The programme emphasises rigorous use of daily checklists and compliance with safety instructions before every start-up.
By the end of the programme, you will be able to complete the logbook accurately and report critical defects. This proactive approach is essential for safer worksites and a longer service life for your equipment fleet.
Objectives
By the end of this Level 1 heavy equipment inspection course, you will be able to:
- apply fundamental safety rules when carrying out checks around a machine;
- perform a systematic inspection before start-up and after shutdown;
- visually detect leaks, structural damage and visible signs of wear;
- check essential fluid levels and the condition of critical mechanical components;
- use daily inspection checklists effectively for each equipment type;
- document observations in the logbook and notify the maintenance team of issues.
Program
Module 1: Mastering safety, risks and manufacturer standards
- Identifying major risks and assessing operational hazards on site.
- Applying HSE standards, using PPE and responding to unsafe conditions.
- Using original equipment manufacturer (OEM) resources: reading manuals and observing maintenance intervals.
- Pre-operational inspection methods and end-of-shift procedures.
Module 2: Performing visual and structural checks
- Detecting fluid leaks, including oil, fuel and hydraulic fluid, and structural damage.
- Using specific daily checklists for loaders, bulldozers and excavators.
- Identifying signs of premature wear on critical components.
Module 3: Checking mechanical components and fluids
- Checking running gear: tyre condition, track tension and undercarriage wear.
- Inspecting hydraulic hoses and fittings to prevent failures.
- Checking fluid levels: engine oil, transmission fluid, hydraulic fluid and coolant.
Module 4: Checking electrical systems and documenting follow-up
- Basic electrical circuit checks, including battery, wiring and lighting, and understanding warning indicators.
- Maintaining the operator's logbook and formally reporting defects.
- Applying safe parking, engine shutdown and lockout procedures.
Audience
This course is intended for field personnel responsible for daily equipment monitoring, including:
- equipment operators who must confirm their machine's condition before starting a shift;
- apprentice mechanics seeking a structured approach to visual diagnosis;
- site managers and foremen responsible for operational and equipment safety;
- HSE managers responsible for equipment compliance on site.
Prerequisites
The following prerequisites apply:
- Professional experience: familiarity with construction or mining environments is desirable to put risks into context.
- Basic requirements:
- sufficient physical fitness to carry out inspections around and on equipment;
- French reading and writing proficiency to understand manuals and complete monitoring records.
Teaching and assessment methods
- Initial skills assessment
- Training materials provided to participants
- Continuous assessment throughout the course
- End-of-course feedback questionnaire
- Combination of theory and practical application
- Attendance records
- Post-course follow-up evaluation
- Quiz / multiple-choice questions
- Practical exercises
Course highlights
- Field-based learning: the course prioritises direct practice on equipment to develop sound working habits.
- Ready-to-use tools: leave with practical checklist and logbook templates.
- Operational realism: exercises draw on real cases from construction and mining.
- Manufacturer compliance: learning includes reading and using OEM manuals.
- A foundation for expertise: this module provides an ideal foundation before progressing to the Level 2 course: advanced diagnostics and reliability.
Dates and sessions
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