ADT Dump Truck Training Centre
In this ADT dump truck training course, our ADT driving school trains learners how to inspect and how to operate a dump truck according to the manufacturer’s specifications and worksite requirements. Learners get a genuine and accredited dump truck certificate and license after their training.
ADT Training Course Details
SAQA US ID: 262745
NQF Level: 2
Credits: 10
Duration: 2 Weeks
Recertification: 1 Day
License Renewal: 1 Day
Dump Truck Training Price: From R4000
Dump Truck Course Description
A dump truck is a truck used for transporting loose material (such as sand, gravel, or dirt) for construction. 1 It is typically used in construction and dumping sites. 2 It is commonly called articulated dump truck (ADT) or dumper truck. After this dump truck operator training course, you will know how to operate a dump truck by understanding the functions of starting, shutting down, and operating procedures.
ADT Course Content
It includes 30% theory and 70% practical adt training and assessment. Click on the bullets to see details of the modules below.
- What is an articulated dump truck
- Different makes of dump trucks
- Functions of a dump truck
- The main functions of adt dump truck and all its major components is explained.
- Safety features and warning devices.
- Application of dump truck in earthmoving activities.
- Maximum operating capacities of trucks.
- Pre-start and Pre-operational checks
- Using the daily checklist to check the dump truck for safe operation in the workplace
- Reporting any defects discovered during the daily checks.
- Completing dump truck log books and check sheets accurately and correctly.
- Repairs and servicing
- Safe maintenance procedures
- Personal safety (PPEs)
- Discussing dump truck safety and how it affects the driving of a dump truck in the workplace
- Identifying hazards to avoid injuries and accidents
- Batteries and tyre safety
- Safety of other personnel
- Site operational requirements.
- Selecting of required equipment to perform the work activity.
- Inspection and preparation of work area.
- Daily and weekly operator maintenance
- Start-up and shutdown procedures
- Parking of dump truck
- Documentation of dump truck hours
- Reporting of maintenance and faults
- Functions of the various controls
- Safe driving practices
- Operational hazards
- Truck performance monitoring
- Dumping load safely
- Working on slopes
- Towing
- Load securing or transportation.
- Getting off the machine
- Obeying all site rules
- Being a team player
- Being able to communicate
- Being able to identify and solve problems
- Having the correct and positive attitude
- Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Guidelines for Driven Machinery Regulations
- National Road Traffic Act
ADT Training Requirements
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are compulsory dump truck training requirements for safety purposes. Learners joining the ADT training course will prove competence in communication and mathematical literacy at NQF Level 1. National ID/passport is required and a code 10 driver’s license. Your CV is necessary for job assistance. It will be presented to potential employers and recruitment agencies after your dump truck operator course. An old copy of the dump truck license and certificate of competence is required for the license renewal or refresher course.
ADT Dump Truck School
Call: 078 365 9579 or 012 023 1078
to book your dump truck training
How much does a dump truck license cost?
For new operators, dump truck license and certificate costs are included in the operator training price. Renewing a dump truck license costs between R1000 and R3000. It depends on the expiry date and previous experience of the dump truck operator.
Where do I find dump truck jobs in South Africa?
Dump truck jobs are common in the mines and dumping sites. Visit the Department of Mineral Resources website to see the number of operating mines in South Africa. Check their websites to see if they are currently advertising jobs for dump truck drivers on their career pages. Other job advertising sites include indeed, career24, careerjunction, and linkedin.
What is the current dump truck salary in South Africa?
Dump truck drivers typically earn around R12000 per month. Driving salaries range from 5,290 ZAR (lowest) to 18,300 ZAR (highest).
How long does a dump truck license take to expire?
2 years. Visit our nearest dump truck operator school to renew your license.
Do you assist with jobs?
Our dump truck school provides free job assistance, CV writing skills, job search techniques. We encourage employers to contact us on +27783659579 for enthusiastic and reliable dump truck drivers. We encourage learners to signup on job advertising sites such as indeed, career24, careerjunction, and linkedin for daily or weekly job notifications.
Are you looking for adt dump truck education centre near you?
Call: 078 365 9579 or 012 023 1078
We have branches in multiple locations in South Africa and train all students from Gauteng, Benoni, Boksburg, Brakpan, Carletonville, Germiston, Johannesburg, Krugersdorp, Pretoria, Randburg, Randfontein, Roodepoort, Soweto, Springs, Vanderbijlpark, Vereeniging, Mpumalanga, Emalahleni, Witbank, Nelspruit, Secunda, North West, Klerksdorp, Mahikeng, Mmabatho, Potchefstroom, Rustenburg, Limpopo, Giyani, Lebowakgomo, Musina, Phalaborwa, Polokwane, Seshego, Sibasa, Thabazimbi, KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, Empangeni, Ladysmith, Newcastle, Pietermaritzburg, Pinetown, Ulundi, Umlazi, Eastern Cape, Alice, Butterworth, East London, Graaff-Reinet, Grahamstown, King William’s Town, Mthatha, Port Elizabeth, Queenstown, Uitenhage, Zwelitsha, Free State, Bethlehem, Bloemfontein, Jagersfontein, Kroonstad, Odendaalsrus, Parys, Phuthaditjhaba, Sasolburg, Virginia, Welkom, Northern Cape, Kimberley, Kuruman, Port Nolloth, Western Cape, Bellville, Cape Town, Constantia, George, Hopefield, Oudtshoorn, Paarl, Simon’s Town, Stellenbosch, Swellendam, Worcester. Accommodation to students from these locations is available. We provide free job assistance to all our students after the training.
International Dump Truck Training School
Our school also trains international students from Sub-Saharan African Countries such as Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (Democratic Republic), Côte d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Réunion, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Western Sahara, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
