Skid steer loaders are one of the most recognizable pieces of equipment in the industry. Their versatility and small footprint make them an asset, but they can also present a hazard when misused or pushed to their limits.

This online Skid Steer Loader course is designed to teach you how to be a skilled and safe skid steer loader operator. The information in this course covers the basics you need to know regarding inspections, operation, and maintenance. By the end of the course, you’ll take away the techniques and procedures required to reduce the risk of incidents, injuries, and product and property damage.

Skid Steer Loader Course Standards

This course was designed to comply with the requirements for theory training as outlined in:

• CSA B335
• SAE J1388-2013
• 29 CFR 1926.20 and 21
• OSHA 1910.178

This content developer is recognized by the International Competency Assessment Board (I-CAB) for its expertise in this subject matter and is listed as a competency development resource for I-CAB assessments. The I-CAB Foundation is a non-profit organization (established under 501(c)(3) of the United States of America Internal Revenue Code) that provides online competency assessment tools with the goal of improving global workforce competency across different industries and/or jurisdictions.

This online Skid Steer Loader course covers the following topics:

• Safe operator characteristics
• Skid steer loader laws and regulations
• Components, attachments, and safety devices
• Work site hazards
• Walk-around inspections
• Machine start-up
• Skid steer travel
• Loading buckets
• Levelling material
• Tip-overs
• Shutdown and parking
• Basic maintenance

Approximately 1.75 hours

A mark of 80% must be achieved in order to pass this course. The course is able to be taken three times in efforts to achieve the pass mark.

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing. Please note that, in some jurisdictions, additional practical evaluation on equipment may be required to ensure regulatory compliance.