Excavator (Heavy Equipment) Operator Safety Training Online | Fortier Loss Control

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Excavator (Heavy Equipment) Operator Safety Training Online

Price: $20.00
Delivery: On-Demand (self-paced)
Duration: 1 Hour
Language: English
Provider: Fortier Loss Control
Customer Support: 877-881-2235

Course Overview

Operating an excavator comes with serious risks—rollovers, struck-by incidents, electrocution, cave-ins, and more. This OSHA-compliant Excavator Safety Training gives heavy equipment operators the skills and knowledge to recognize hazards, follow safe operating procedures, and meet employer training requirements. Whether you’re new to excavation work or refreshing your skills, this course will prepare you to work safely and efficiently on any jobsite.

Designed for operators, crew leaders, and site supervisors, this online program covers equipment operation basics, load handling, hazard recognition, maintenance, and safety protocols as outlined in OSHA 29 CFR 1926.

Who Should Take This Course

• New and experienced excavator operators

• Construction laborers working around excavation equipment

• Site supervisors and safety officers

• Anyone seeking OSHA-aligned heavy equipment safety awareness

Topics Covered

• Excavator components and controls

• Safe mounting, dismounting, and operator positioning

• Pre-shift inspection and maintenance basics

• Load limits and stability

• Digging, lifting, and trenching techniques

• Underground utility location and marking

• Fall protection around open excavations

• Protective systems: sloping, shoring, shielding

• Equipment transport and securing loads

• Hazard communication and PPE requirements

Assessment & Certification

• Quizzes: Each module includes a short quiz. You must score at least 70% to advance.

• Attempts: If you fail any quiz three times, you’ll be locked out of the online program and must complete training in person.

• Certificate: Upon successful completion, you can instantly download your certificate of completion from your My Training page.

• Validity: Course access is valid for one year from the date of purchase.

Subject Matter Expert

Luis Quintanar — Bilingual safety professional with over 300 training certifications, specializing in construction, oil & gas, transportation, and general industry. Luis has delivered hundreds of courses, developed job hazard analyses, and conducted regulatory audits across multiple sectors.

Contact the OSHA Outreach Trainer at outreach-trainer@360training.com for additional guidance.

Why Train Online with Fortier Loss Control

• Complete in about an hour—100% online and mobile-friendly

• No classroom attendance required

• Nationally recognized training provider

• Trusted by thousands of workers and employers nationwide

• Responsive customer support via phone and email

Enroll now to gain essential heavy equipment safety skills and meet OSHA requirements for excavator operations.