Power GenerationBulldozers

Bulldozers

SKU: CHBUL00CEN
Duration: 1.00 Hr

The coal that is delivered to a plant is often unloaded and sent directly to bunkers that supply the boiler furnaces. However, when the bunkers are full, the coal delivered to the plant is typically deposited on storage piles. Bulldozers are used to spread coal out on these storage piles and to reclaim coal from the piles when it is needed in the plant. Bulldozers are also used to manage coal piles to reduce the risk of fires and to minimize loss from erosion due to wind and rain. Coal handlers who use bulldozers must know how to operate them safely and correctly, and how to take care of them properly. This training program focuses on the use of bulldozers in coal handling operations. Emphasis is placed on practical applications, inspection procedures, minor maintenance procedures, and basic operating procedures.

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Learning Objectives

Introduction to Bulldozers

  • State the functions of bulldozers in coal handling.
  • Identify two major types of bulldozers.
  • Identify the major parts of a bulldozer. Bulldozer Hydraulic Systems
  • Identify the major parts of a typical bulldozer hydraulic system.
  • Describe the basic operation of a typical bulldozer hydraulic system.
  • Describe or demonstrate some basic inspection procedures for a typical bulldozer hydraulic system. Inspection and Minor Maintenance, Part 1
  • Describe or demonstrate typical inspection and minor maintenance procedures associated with keeping a bulldozer properly lubricated.
  • Describe or demonstrate typical inspection and minor maintenance procedures associated with a bulldozer’s cooling system.
  • Describe or demonstrate a procedure for checking and maintaining the electrolyte level in a bulldozer’s battery.
  • Describe or demonstrate how to check the fuel level in a bulldozer and remove water and sediment from the fuel. Inspection and Minor Maintenance, Part 2
  • Describe or demonstrate typical inspection and minor maintenance procedures associated with a bulldozer’s air cleaning system.
  • Describe or demonstrate how to adjust the track tension on a track-type bulldozer.
  • Describe or demonstrate how to check the air pressure and general condition of the tires on a wheel-type bulldozer. Operation, Part 1
  • Identify some of the safety precautions commonly associated with operating a bulldozer.
  • Identify the major instruments and operating controls normally used on a bulldozer.
  • Describe how to start up and shut down a bulldozer.
  • Describe how to steer a track-type bulldozer.
  • Describe how to slow down and stop a bulldozer. Operation, Part 2
  • Identify hazards commonly associated with driving a bulldozer on a coal pile, and explain how these hazards can be avoided or dealt with.
  • Describe how to use a bulldozer blade on a coal pile.
  • Describe and explain the advantages of the following reclaiming techniques: downhill dozing and side-by-side dozing.

    • Specs

    Course Level Intermediate
    Languages English
    Compatibility Audio, Video, MobileReady

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