Power Transmission and DistributionBucket Trucks, Part 2

Bucket Trucks, Part 2

SKU: TDBT200CEN

Duration: 1.00 Hr

The purpose of this course is to teach some basic techniques that can be used to operate a bucket truck safely and efficiently. Techniques for setting up and operating a bucket truck at three typical job sites are described. It is assumed that participants is already familiar with the basic parts of a bucket truck and understands how to use the bucket controls to operate the booms. After completing the course, participants should practice setting up and operating a bucket truck at a job site under the supervision of experienced personnel. At the conclusion of this course, participants should be able to set up and operate a bucket truck at a job site.

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Learning Objectives

List three factors that should be considered when setting up a bucket truck at a job site.

Describe how a bucket truck can be positioned to reach various parts of a work area.

Identify work surface conditions that may not withstand the weight of a bucket truck.

Explain how a bucket truck should be positioned on a slope.

Describe the general principles of traffic control around a work site.

Safely position a bucket truck on a divided highway.

Using traffic cones and signs, define a work area in the curb lane of a curved divided highway.

Set the hydraulic system controls on a bucket truck to power the lift.

Safely maneuver a bucket to and from a work area.

Demonstrate the appropriate safety procedures that should be observed when working from a bucket.

Describe the functions of outriggers.

Identify the three basic parts of a typical outrigger.

Explain how telescopic, folding, and two-stage outriggers operate.

Use outriggers to stabilize and/or level a bucket truck.

Safely position a bucket truck with outriggers at an unpaved job site.

Describe factors that should be considered when setting up a bucket truck at an intersection.

Demonstrate where cones and signs should be placed at a job site that is located in an intersection.

Describe factors that should be considered to avoid overloading a bucket.

Demonstrate how a handline is used in safe bucket truck operation.

Demonstrate safe operation of hydraulic tools from a bucket truck.

Describe the role of the crew member on the ground in bucket truck operation.

Specs

Course Level	Intermediate
Languages	English
Compatibility	Audio, Video, MobileReady

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Vector Solutions

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