Comparison of Skilled Labourer/HEO Curriculum & Standards
Core Entry Level Skills* Core Occupational Standards for Skilled Labourer Core Occupational Standards for Heavy Equipment Operator

Task #1:

Demonstrate Safe Work Practice:

  1. Wear appropriate clothing.
  2. Use PPE.
  3. Adhere to lock-out and tag-out procedures.
  4. Use tools and equipment safely.
  5. Use ladders safely.
  6. Respect the environment.

Task #1:

Coordinates and communicates with other jobsite personnel:

  1. Uses occupational communication and information technologies.
  2. Use technical documents.
  3. Interprets safety requirements.
  4. Provides skills, coaching and other work related guidance to learners.

Task #1:

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and the Environment:

  1. Complies with First Aid requirements.
  2. Complies with all requirements for the safe handling, storage and disposal of hazardous material.
  3. Complies with all requirements on OHS and the environment.
  4. Complies with employer/client OHS requirements inc. PPE, lock-out and tag-out procedures.

Task #2:

Demonstrate Trade Foundation Skills:

  1. Perform basic calculations.
  2. Describe construction documents.
  3. Describe roles and responsibilities of individuals on work site.
  4. Communicate on the work site.

Task #2:

Selects, uses and maintains tools and equipment:

  1. Uses hand/power tools and equipment inc. materials handling equipment.
  2. Unloads/loads construction materials and equipment.
  3. Uses winching, rigging and hoisting equipment/accessories.

Task #2:

Heavy Equipment Inspection and basic maintenance:

  1. Interprets manufacturer/employer documentation re: inspection/maintenance and other documents.
  2. Performs or arranges for servicing and scheduled maintenance.
  3. Performs per-operational/post operational inspection.
  4. Secures unattended equipment.
  5. Monitors/adopts operation regarding seasonal and atmospheric impacts on site conditions and equipment.