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Heavy equipment inspection Level 2
A thorough inspection helps identify defects before they become incidents. Structure your checks, identify areas requiring attention and document findings. Strengthen your ability to contribute to equipment condition monitoring and prepare the necessary actions.
- Duration
- 4 days 28 hours
- Code
- MAIN013FR Code
Presentation
Optimising construction and mining equipment performance requires specialist technical expertise well beyond routine checks. This advanced 4-day course enables technicians and maintenance managers to master in-depth diagnostics of complex mechanical, hydraulic and electronic systems.
You will learn to assess machine structural integrity and use specialised tools to analyse vibration, fluids and electrical circuits (CAN bus). The programme incorporates major original equipment manufacturer (OEM) standards, including Caterpillar and Komatsu, to ensure compliant interventions.
By the end of the programme, you will be able to classify defects by criticality and develop preventive and predictive maintenance plans. These skills will help improve fleet reliability and reduce costs associated with unplanned downtime.
Objectives
By the end of this Level 2 heavy equipment inspection course, you will be able to:
- Conduct in-depth technical inspections of every machine system;
- diagnose hydraulic, electrical and powertrain failures;
- assess structural integrity and detect critical cracks or deformation;
- apply OEM maintenance and inspection procedures;
- use condition monitoring techniques such as oil analysis, vibration analysis and thermography;
- develop preventive maintenance plans based on root cause analysis.
Program
Module 1: Structuring inspections and assessing structures
- Systematic inspection methodology and specialised measuring tools.
- In-depth checks of chassis, booms and buckets to detect cracks and defective welds.
- Classifying structural defects and their safety impact.
Module 2: Diagnosing hydraulic and powertrain systems
- Pressure and flow tests and inspection of hydraulic pumps, cylinders and valves.
- Powertrain analysis: transmission, differentials and final drives.
- Detecting abnormal noise and suspicious vibration in the drivetrain.
Module 3: Checking running gear and braking
- Accurately measuring undercarriage wear (tracks and rollers) and calculating remaining life.
- Checking suspension and steering.
- Performance testing of service and parking brake systems.
Module 4: Mastering fluids, lubrication and fuel
- Detailed inspection of lubrication and cooling circuits.
- Diagnosing and troubleshooting fuel supply systems.
- Oil sampling and spectrometry fundamentals for condition monitoring.
Module 5: Analysing electrical and electronic systems
- Diagnosing faults in multiplexed networks (CAN bus), sensors and electronic control units.
- Checking the integrity of wiring harnesses, connectors and starting circuits.
- Using manufacturer electronic diagnostic tools.
Module 6: Introduction to predictive maintenance
- Introduction to vibration analysis to anticipate rotating equipment failures.
- Using infrared thermography to detect abnormal heating.
- Integrating monitoring data into the maintenance strategy.
Module 7: Documenting and complying with OEM standards
- Writing technical inspection reports and classifying defects.
- Strict application of manufacturer maintenance standards (Caterpillar, Hitachi, etc.).
- Intervention traceability and historical data archiving.
Module 8: Managing reliability and analysing failures
- Planning preventive maintenance tasks and integrating them into the RCM/TPM programme.
- Root cause analysis (RCA) using Ishikawa or 5 Whys methods.
- Studying real critical failure cases and defining corrective actions.
Audience
This course is intended for technical experts responsible for equipment reliability, including:
- Mining and construction maintenance technicians performing complex diagnostics;
- Equipment inspectors and workshop managers responsible for fleet availability;
- Maintenance engineers planning preventive maintenance strategies;
- Quality auditors and technical trainers ensuring standards compliance.
Prerequisites
This course requires the following prerequisites:
- Professional experience: completion of the Heavy equipment inspection Level 1 course or substantial experience as a maintenance technician or experienced operator.
- Basic knowledge:
- Command of fundamental mechanical, hydraulic and electrical principles;
- ability to interpret OEM technical manuals;
- sufficient French proficiency to write technical reports.
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
- Diagnostic approach: content focuses on technical analysis and complex troubleshooting.
- OEM standards: work with official procedures from major manufacturers (CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi).
- Advanced technology: introduction to modern condition monitoring tools for vibration analysis and thermography.
- Reliability management: learn root cause analysis methods to prevent recurring failures.
Dates and sessions
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