Practical TestN215 Dozer
Test sequence
ACTIVITY GUIDELINES
The learner must:
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Complete all pre-start and running checks before any activity takes
place
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The shutdown procedures must only be completed by the learner at the
end of the test
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All additional test requirements can be completed over the period of
the test duration
Operator safety and observations
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Seat belt must be worn if stated in the employer’s risk
assessment/method statement
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The dozer must be serviceable, meets the current legislation and
fitted with a standard
bucket change to blade
Travelling to the work area
The learner must:
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Travel up and down a gradient
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Travel over varying terrain
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Reverse the dozer in a straight line (min 50m) and through a
restriction
Setting up to • excavating
Prepare and set up the dozer for excavating duties
Slot dozer a straight trench and form a stockpile at the end
Excavating tasks •
• Set blade (if applicable) and push 1 x blade width material from
a stockpile and spread
Backfill and work • area •
Shutdown • procedures
Backfill the slot trench and compact area Clean and level work area
Dozer parked in a safe position with the engine and isolator key
removed and handed to the instructor
Additional notes
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The slope must be of sufficient incline with manoeuvring room on the
top to enable the
learner to demonstrate the correct procedures for travelling up and
down a gradient as per manufacturers recommendations
Specifications
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There must be a sufficient quantity of suitable material
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The ground to be excavated must be suitable and sufficient for the
test
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The slot trench excavated must be a minimum depth of 1m deep
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The slot trench excavated must be a minimum 20m in length
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The material must be evenly spread over an appropriate area
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The ramp incline must not exceed the max safe working angle specified
in the
manufacturer’s handbook
Test timings
The full test must be completed within 2hrs 45min