Dogger

Course Description

Flexible Training:
This course is also offered over 2 weekends for those unable to attend our regular monthly courses. Bookings are essential and can be made online or contact us.


This course is designed around the role of the Dogger, which is to: 

• Plan and prepare the work
• Select the correct equipment to support the load during lifting
• Issue instructions to the crane operator on the movement and positioning of the load
• Ensure correct positioning of the load
• Remove slings and lifting accessories
• Check all equipment before and after use

40 hours of training (including a minimum of 8 hours practical training) will cover: 

• The planning and preparation necessary for the performance of works associated with dogging
• The assessment and control, in the correct priority, of all occupational health and safety issues associated with dogging and associated equipment
• Understanding all relevant obligations, requirements and responsibilities as well as concepts of the duty of care associated with dogging and associated equipment
• The inspection and assembly of lifting gear to Australian Standards
• The performance of works associated with dogging in accordance with all relevant standards, legislative requirements and industry codes of practice pertinent to the area of works 

Assessment:

Participants will be required to successfully complete a written and practical examination to be deemed competent.
This will be conducted over approximately 8 hours and consist of:

• A theory examination consisting of 126 questions
• A written assignment consisting of 5 tasks
• A performance test consisting of 7 practical exercises

Students will be supplied with a whistle for practical exercises. 

NB. Prior to completing their performance test, students are required to obtain informal training in a work environment. This consists of students completing a log book and training plan under the supervision of a licensed person. The log book and training plan can only be undertaken once the student has completed formal training.

Each assessment is closed book and requires a 100% pass mark.

Course Availability

Training & Assessment Calendar
When	Where	Bookings
For detailed Information - contact Koolat Safety on 07 5665 6777	Contact Us
2nd - 6th August 2010 Formal Training and Assesment. Course commences at 8am (registration at 7:30am).	1 Habana St Helensvale QLD 4212   Map

Course Objectives

This course is designed to provide trainees with the formal training component that, in conjunction with sufficient and verifiable practical (informal) experience, will prepare students for assessment in the prescribed occupation of Dogging (licence code DG).

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Course Prerequisites

• Students must have a basic understanding of mathematics (must be able to work out formulas for loads and safe working loads of steel wire rope, synthetic rope and chains)
• While students under 18 may complete the formal training component, students must be over 18 in order to apply for their licence. For further details please contact the office

Payment for the course is required prior to commencement. Once received, the booking is confirmed and students will be supplied with study materials to assist them in preparing for the course.

Students must bring:

• Safety vest
• Hard hat 
• Calculator
• Steel capped boots
• Photo ID 

 Enquiries: for further information please contact us on (07) 5665 6777