Bucket Truck Operator

Program Description

 

This program is designed to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills necessary for the safe operation of bucket trucks. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the equipment, hazards, safety protocols, and legal requirements associated with bucket truck operation. 

 

The program will combine theoretical instruction with hands-on training to ensure participants can confidently and safely operate bucket trucks in various work environments.

 

Learning Outcomes 

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Identify what it means to be a competent operator and how to maintain competency

• Recognize common bucket truck hazards  

• Identify primary components 

• Identify stability principles and factors that affect stability 

• Perform pre-operational inspections 

• Identify proper use of controls  

• Identify the importance of fall protection measures 

• Demonstrate thew correct use of fall protection 

 

Practical Evaluation

Following the program, operators shall receive a practical skills evaluation 

 

* Note – Practical skills evaluations will be completed provided there is a sufficient amount of time remaining following theory training. Practical skills evaluations are affected by the skill level of each participant. Each evaluation may take up to 45 minutes.

 

For new operators, practical skills evaluations must be completed within 90 days of theory training.

 

Target Audience 

Bucket truck operators, supervisor, joint health and safety committee members
 

Legislative/Standard References

• Occupation Health and Safety Act s.25.(2)(a)

• Regulation 851 Industrial Establishments s.51. 52.

• Regulation 213/91 Construction Projects s.96.(1)

• CSA C225 Vehicle Mounted Aerial Devices