Skid Steer Operator

This half day session focus on how to recognize, and prevent hazards and the safe operations of a skid steer loader.

This half day session includes both classroom and hands on training, focusing on how to recognize, anticipate, and prevent hazards and the safe operations of a skid steer loader. Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the responsibilities of a skid steer operator
• Understand technical and stability aspects of skid steer loader operations
• Understand how to identify workplace hazards
• Identify causes of skid steer loader accidents
• Demonstrate how to conduct a job site inspection
• Demonstrate how to conduct an equipment safety inspection
• Understand start-up and shut-down procedures
• Understand the entering and exiting procedures of a skid steer loader
• Demonstrate through a practical “hands on” evaluation, the
• safe operation of a skid steer loader
• Successfully complete a written exam of course study materials

Those who successfully complete the course will receive a Certificate of Training Wallet Card. Please note this is not a Hoisting License class. Please contact RIDLT for information on who needs to hold a Hoisting License, and how to obtain one.

Who Should Attend: Anyone who operates a skid steer loader, or any supervisor responsible for such employees.

AVAILABLE TO MEMBERS OF THE TRUST’S PROPERTY/LIABILITY AND/OR WORKERS’ COMPENSATION PROGRAMS

Instructor: Bill Kershaw, Safety Equipped, Inc.

Registration Information:

• Advance registration at www.ritrust.com is required.
• Deadline for registration is Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
• There is a $50 “NO SHOW” fee for anyone who registers but then fails to attend the training.