Heavy Equipment Simulation News & Education
Inside Canada’s Push for Workforce Readiness
Cat® Simulators Help Meet Canada’s Demand for Operators As industries face increasing demand for skilled heavy equipment operators, Finning Canada is helping its customers integrate Cat® Simulators systems into their training programs to meet this need. The simulators replicate real-world machines with precision, allowing trainees to practice maneuvering, develop muscle
Simformed July/August 2024
In This Issue New Cat® Simulators Collaborative Worksite TrainingTM Package The Spotlight 2024, Issue 1 Georgia’s Heavy Equipment Operator Training Event Articulated Truck Walkaround Infographic We’re on Instagram Cat® Simulators Collaborative Worksite Training™ Package Teaches Operators How to Work Together Heavy equipment operator programs can take their training to the
Georgia’s Heavy Equipment Operating Training Program Continues to Grow
Recently, heavy equipment operator (HEO) teachers from 25 high schools across the state of Georgia returned home from a three-day training event in Marietta, Ga., excited about the upcoming school year and knowing that their HEO classes could possibly change the trajectory of not only their students’ lives but also
Waynesboro Public Schools certification program offers alternative path to college
WAYNESBORO, Va. (WHSV) – Waynesboro Public Schools is partnering with Blue Ridge Community College for the first time ever to allow recent graduate students from Waynesboro High School to receive various certifications, including heavy equipment operator, a sit-down and stand-up forklift certification and the OSHA 10 certification. Beth Burdick, program
Patrick & Henry Community College Receives Grant to Expand Heavy Equipment Operator Program
Patrick & Henry Community College (P&HCC) has been awarded a $176,267 grant from the Philip E. & Carole R. Ratcliffe Foundation to expand its Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) training program. The grant will enable P&HCC to offer HEO courses in Patrick County, broadening access to training and addressing regional workforce
Don’t Skip the Walkaround: Inspect Before You Operate
Train Operators to Perform a Thorough Pre-Operation Walkaround to Save Time, Money and Reduce Accidents A thorough pre-operation Articulated Truck walkaround inspection before every shift can prove invaluable. When properly conducted, it can help identify safety issues or mechanical problems that must be addressed before they become major problems. Download and share
Big Trucks, Bigger Potential Hazards
Cat® Simulators’ Top Safety Tips for Mining Trucks Infographic Every movement is crucial when operating a Mining Truck and can mean the difference between keeping the operator and others safe. While moving materials from one place to another may seem simple, operating a Mining Truck can be highly hazardous. To
Compact Track Loader Walkaround Inspection Infographic
Conducting a pre-operation walkaround inspection before every shift can mean the difference between having a safe, productive day or sitting idle while the machine is being repaired. A properly conducted walkaround inspection can help identify mechanical problems or issues that need to be addressed before they become a problem. Download
Simformed May/June 2024
In This Issue New and Improved SimScholars™ Curriculum Launched! Lowell Correctional Institution Women’s Heavy Equipment Operator Program Compact Track Loader Safety Tips Infographic Maintenance Tips for Maximum Uptime Series: Compact Track Loader Send Us a Video! And We’ll Send You a Cat® Simulators Gift! The New and Improved SimScholars™ Curriculum
Mt. Pleasant High School Cat Simulators let students explore future job opportunities
New Cat Simulators at Mount Pleasant High School are revolutionizing how students prepare themselves for the construction jobsite. Students can learn how to use various CAT products that, after completing the training, will prepare them for a career. The class is taught by Scott Anders and will allow students to
Hands-on Simulator Training Brings Hope
Women at Lowell Correctional Institution Build Heavy Equipment Skills Using Cat® Simulators Systems “Can I do this? I’ve never even stood next to an Excavator or Dozer, let alone run one,” she thought. With a mix of nerves and determination, she walked through the classroom door and made her way
Underground Load Haul Dump Safety Infographic
Underground mining operations require serious safety measures. Properly training heavy equipment operators can minimize risks and ensure the safety of the operators and other mine site personnel. Download this free Cat Simulators infographic for safety tips and best practices to remind operators of the necessary safety precautions when operating an
Maintenance Tips for Maximum Uptime Series: Articulated Truck
Extend the life of Articulated Trucks with proper operation and maintenance. Include a pre-operation machine inspection before every shift. Schedule maintenance checks and follow these tips to achieve maximum uptime for Articulated Trucks. Do not load the body with oversized material that can become lodged in the body or is
Simformed March/April 2024
In This Issue SimScholars™ Curriculum Learning Management System Large Wheel Loader Walkaround Infographic Collins Career Technical Center’s Growing Training Program Collaborative Worksite Training™ Package SimScholars™ Curriculum Moving to a Learning Management System You asked. We listened! As a result, the curriculum team has been working diligently to move the SimScholars™
Students try their hand at trade jobs during APS career fair
In an effort to get more high school students interested in pursuing a trade career after graduation, such as plumbing, welding or construction, Albuquerque Public Schools’ Apprenticeship Council hosted a trade careers fair Monday at the Berna Facio Professional Development Complex. Students had the opportunity to learn more about trade
10 Tips to Operate a Wheel Loader Safely
Safety is a top priority for heavy equipment operators. Conducting a pre-operation walkaround inspection can help identify mechanical problems or issues that need to be addressed. Download and post our free infographic outlining key components to inspect during a Wheel Loader walkaround.
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