Front End Loader Training - Top Mistakes | Heavy Equipment Opera

Match the following purposes with their functions in a loader:

• Purpose of overloading

• To improve speed on loose surfaces

• Purpose of traction control

• To limit wheel spin and protect the machine

• Purpose of speed enhancement

• To increase wheel spin

• Purpose of wheel spin increase

• To reduce machine efficiency

Before operating a loader, what should you familiarise yourself with?

• The site manager's instructions

• All buttons and controls in the cab

• The maximum speed of the loader

• The loader's fuel type

Match the following actions with their importance when entering a pile with the loader.

• Prevents damage to the loader and ensures efficient loading

• Using manual transmission

• Ensures the loader enters the pile efficiently

• Revving the engine

• Not necessary for modern loaders

• Having the correct bucket angle

• Increases fuel consumption without benefit

• Lining up perfectly straight

(a)   is essential in a loader to avoid jerky movements.

• Smooth

• Fast

• Efficient

• Responsive

Amelia and Ethan are comparing vehicles. How does a loader differ from a car in terms of manoeuvrability?

• A loader uses rear steering only

• A loader can articulate in the middle

• A loader turns slower than a car

• A loader has no steering wheel

What mistake do rookies like Harper make when loading a lorry at a construction site?

• Driving too fast

• Backing up too far to align perfectly

• Using too much traction control

• Overloading the bucket

If the loader’s front wheels are off the ground while back dragging, the (a)   causes uneven movement.

• Loader

• Backhoe

• Excavator

• Bulldozer

A construction site manager, Liam, is considering using the 'Return to Dig' function for their excavators. What is the issue with relying solely on this function?

• It slows down the work process

• It does not adjust to wear on the bucket edge

• It cannot be used for larger loads

• It disables manual controls

Jacob is learning to operate a construction vehicle. What is recommended when learning to level a bucket?

• Rely on automation systems

• Turn off assistive functions and practise manually

• Use a guide or reference book

• Start with a full bucket

'Return to Dig' and 'Prepare to Dump' functions should be turned off on sites with (a)   or obstacles.

• Excavation

• Dumping

• Obstacles

• Safety