Loadshifting Machinery Operators

CERTIFICATION TESTS FOR LOADSHIFTING MACHINERY OPERATORS

Introduction

An Ordinance stipulating that all Loadshifting machinery operators must possess proper certification is effective from April 2000. The Construction Industry Council (previously the C-I-T-A), authorized by the Government, is responsible for the implementation of refresher training, testing and certification of experienced operators for the following types of Loadshifting machinery, namely, Bulldozer, Loader, Excavator, Mini-loader and Compactor.

Test Format and Test Fee

Certification Training Course & Test (New applicant)

The arrangement is as follows:
Day 1 is a theory refresher session which allows candidates to refresh their knowledge in the machinery operation and relevant safety issues.
Day 2, Written Test is conducted in the morning session. After the written test, candidates take turn to familiarize the operation of machine assigned for the practical test throughout the whole day.
Day 3, candidates are allocated to carry out the Practical Test in either the morning or afternoon session.

Revalidation Test (1-day Revalidation Course)

The arrangement is as follows:
The 1-day* Revalidation Course consists of a theory refresher session and a written test. The theory refresher session allows candidates to refresh their knowledge in the machinery operation and relevant safety issues. The Written Test is conducted in the afternoon, immediately after the theory refresher session.
*(Half day for Mini-loader Revalidation Course)

Enquiries: 2100 9500

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