LHD Scoop
Load Haul Dumper (LHD) scoop training equips you to safely operate heavy underground mining machinery. The course covers pre-shift inspections, material loading, hauling, and dumping in confined spaces. Training takes 1 to 2 weeks.
Course Details
In South Africa, accredited training adheres to specific unit standards and covers both theoretical and practical assessments.
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- Unit Standard: SAQA US ID 244476 (Transfer broken rock by means of a diesel-powered LHD in an underground mine).
- NQF Level: 2.
- Credits: 4.
- Duration: 5 to 14 days, depending on your prior experience.
- Theory vs. Practical: ~20% written examination and ~80% hands-on, practical operation (often in a simulator or simulated mining environment).
What You Will Learn
- Machine Orientation: Understanding the components (engine, articulation joints, bucket, hydraulics, and indicators).
- Safety Protocols: Pre- and post-trip inspections and hazard identification in underground environments.
- Operational Techniques: Planning work activities, loading broken rock, hauling it through narrow tunnels, and safely unloading.
- Shutdown Procedures: Proper parking and shutting down the machinery safely
