Description
Objectives
Learning Objective 1 – Identify and describe the components of a loader.
- Identify and describe chassis components.
- Identify and describe loader controls.
- Identify and describe loader instrumentation.
- Identify and describe loader attachments.
Learning Objective 2 – Describe the prestart inspection and preventive maintenance requirements for a loader.
- Describe prestart inspection procedures.
- Describe preventive maintenance requirements.
Learning Objective 3 – Describe the startup and operating procedures for a loader.
- State loader-related safety guidelines.
- Describe startup, warm-up, and shutdown procedures.
- Describe basic maneuvers and operations.
- Describe related work activities.
Performance Tasks
Performance Task 1 (Learning Objective 2) – Complete a proper prestart inspection and maintenance on a loader.
Performance Task 2 (Learning Objective 3) – Perform proper startup, warm-up, and shutdown procedures.
Performance Task 3 (Learning Objective 3) – Execute basic maneuvers with a loader, including proper movements and curling the bucket.
Performance Task 4 (Learning Objective 3) – Carry out basic earthmoving operations with a loader, load a truck (to capacity, if possible), and build a storage pile.
