Steel Bending | Barbados Vocational Training Board

Backhoe Operations

This course is designed for persons who wish to learn how to operate a backhoe.

Students will also learn how to:

  • perform preventative maintenance on the equipment
    change attachments
    replace defective hoses
    load materials
    clear sites
    grade and backfill materials
    clean equipment

*Please note that applicants must be licensed drivers 18 years or older to be eligible to participate in this course.

*Safety boots and a reflector vest are required.

*Students are responsible for paying their own permit and licensing fees.


FULL

Latest Course Information

  • Sep 28, 2024

    Duration:
    12 weeks
    Day(s):
    Saturday
    Time:
    900 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
    Tutor:
    Mr. Richard Harris
    Course Fee:
    $595.00

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are a few FAQs pertaining to this programme or course:

  • How do I become an Apprentice?

    Completing an application form gets the process started. After this you must be:

    1. interviewed by an inspector and a potential host employer
    2. Accepted by the employer

    Persons under 18 years must also be examined by a medical practitioner who will certify that they are fit.

  • Is there a job attachment involved?

    During training some persons are sent on job attachment. Selection for job attachment is determined by the trainee’s performance, attitude, and behaviour as well as the availability of spaces at participating companies.

  • What is a Scheme of Training?

    A scheme of training is a document which outlines the skills, tasks and competences that you should acquire during your apprenticeship.

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Training Centres

This course is held at the following training centre(s):

  • C. Lomer Alleyne Skills Training Centre

    The CLA centre is where most of the Board’s Evening programmes are held. It is known for its Agricultural and Engineering programmes. CLA is the BVTB’s largest centre and it continues to be expanded.

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Testimonials

  • Carlos Watson

    The Apprenticeship Programme has been a good experience. I learned a lot at Structural Systems during the on-the-job training. Within three years, I began as an Apprentice Welder and have become an Operator, by gaining experience in welding, fabrication, and by receiving Autocad training. I enjoyed the theoretical training at the Samuel Jackman Prescod Polytechnic. The teachers were helpful and kind, especially Mr. Ian Harvey.

    Carlos Watson

    Machine Operator at Structural Systems Limited

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