RIIMPO338E – Conduct Rigid Haul Truck Operations

This practical training program is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to safely and efficiently operate a rigid haul truck in mining, quarrying and large-scale civil construction environments. The course focuses on correct operating techniques, safe loading and hauling practices, and machine care to maximise productivity while reducing equipment damage, tyre wear and component failure.

Aligned with the requirements of the nationally recognised unit RIIMPO338E – Conduct Rigid Haul Truck Operations, participants will develop competency in machine inspections, safe operating procedures, hazard identification, routine maintenance, and Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements.

Course Content

Participants will receive training in:

• Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements
• Rigid haul truck terminology and machine familiarisation
• Operator responsibilities
• Machine components and control functions
• Pre-start inspections and routine maintenance
• Start-up and shut-down procedures
• Safe operating techniques
• Loading and hauling procedures
• Haul road operating practices and traffic management
• Safe braking techniques and retarder operation
• Dumping procedures at stockpiles, hoppers and waste dumps
• Managing loads, gradients and adverse ground conditions
• Hazard identification and risk management
• Parking, shutdown and isolation procedures

Training includes both theoretical knowledge and practical hands-on operation, with assessment conducted in accordance with industry standards.

Course Duration 

3-Day Course (Maximum 3 Participants)

• Suitable for nonexperience operators who can demonstrate working in the civil and mining industry.

1-Day Experienced Operator Assessment & Training (1:1)

• Suitable for experienced operators who can demonstrate existing machine operating skills.

Nationally Recognised Unit

Successful participants will be assessed against the following unit of competency:

• RIIMPO338E – Conduct Rigid Haul Truck Operations

Once the student is deemed competent, they will be issued with a Statement of Attainment from Central Safety Training & Assessing Services Pty ltd t/a All States Training RTO 32577.

Student tuition fees are indicative only and may vary depending on individual enrolment requirements, location, equipment availability, and client-specific delivery arrangements.