Generally speaking, heavy equipment training is well regarded with most training organizations taking the time to undertake accreditation. There are, however, some people who offer to deliver training without any training credentials at all. Gaining certification under those circumstances will…
One of the key components of the economic stimulus package is the creation of jobs - this includes a heavy concentration on the construction industry including heavy equipment operators, truck drivers and crane operators. As private companies write their tender…
Excavator training has been a growth area for many years particularly as equipment manufacturers broaden the range of their models. Businesses can now buy excavators that range in size from small units suited to tight work spaces to huge machines…
Finding a good quality heavy equipment training school can often be difficult. When you consider the cost of training, you need to be sure your hard earned dollars will result in good quality training that the industry recognizes. More importantly,…
Some of the best paid careers in the construction industry is that of the heavy equipment operators. The classification of heavy equipment is broad and ranges from the enormous cranes and mining machines such as excavators to the small backyard…
Possessing a CDL - or Commercial Driver's License - can be a great asset when times are tough. The CDL enables the holder to drive commercial trucks. If you think about it, no matter how tough the economy is, we…
Many older heavy equipment operators seem to look down on heavy equipment training schools preferring operators that they themselves have taught. Fortunately those older operators are few and far between these days. Formal training is a must if you wish…
Have you ever noticed those signs? They are still popping up around the country and there is one simple reason - we are still building and that means we need more heavy equipment operators. Civil engineering companies always have a…
Being a heavy equipment operator does not suit everyone. There are certain personal attributes that are almost essential if you wish to work in this area. So what are these personal attributes? The first attribute is simply a love of…
The federal government is updating crane regulations and at some stage over the next 12 months new standards will come into force. This will require all crane operators to have the proper training, either through a training school or on…