512 EM 385-1-1 Chapters 16-22

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18-3. Personnel Required Qualification/Training.

Operator Qualifications and Training

Operators of machinery, vehicles, or equipment must be trained, certified, and designated in writing by the employer.
Operators must possess and present upon request a valid license or permit specific to the equipment being used to the USACE supervisor/KO or COR upon request.
USACE Equipment Operators. In lieu of a license or permit for each piece of equipment, a DA Form 348 (Equipment Operator's Qualification Record) or similar type of documentation may be maintained on file at the employee’s project office for all USACE equipment operators.
Government Personnel Operators. In addition or in lieu of a state driver’s license, local installations may require Optional Form OF 346 (U.S. Government Motor Vehicle Operator’s Identification Card) on military bases.
Operators must be able to understand signs, signals, and operating instructions pertinent to their equipment.

Defensive Driving and Equipment Operation

Government and contractor operators of government motor vehicles must undergo defensive driving training every four years.
Operators of machinery and mechanized equipment must be trained and evaluated by certified examiners.

Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs)

Operators must receive both classroom and practical training on PITs being used per 29 CFR 1910.178, and employers must certify the training and evaluation.
Refresher PIT training and evaluations must occur at least every three years or under specified conditions such as accidents or unsafe operation.

All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) and Utility-Terrain Vehicles (UTVs)

ATV operators must complete an accredited training course prior to operation.
UTV operators must be thoroughly trained in vehicle control, manufacturer’s instructions, and proper maintenance practices.

Specialty Vehicles and Snow Machines

Implement a qualification and training program for each specialty vehicle.
Train snow machine operators in hand signals, riding positions, towing, surface conditions, riding apparel, and safety precautions.

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18-2. PIT Operators must receive refresher training and evaluations _____.

initially and annually thereafter

at least every three years

conducted by third-party providers

when they operate the PIT at a new location

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EM 385-1-1 Paragraph 18-3.

18-3. Personnel Required Qualification/Training.

a.  Every person operating machinery and mechanized equipment, drilling equipment, ATVs, UTVs, or specialty vehicles must be properly trained, qualified by license, certificate, or permit, and designated by the employer in writing to operate such equipment. (18-3.a)

b.  Every operator of a motor vehicle, machinery and mechanized equipment, drilling equipment, ATV, UTVs, or specialty vehicles, must possess, at all times while operating such vehicle or equipment, a current, non-expired license or permit (proof of qualification) valid for the equipment being operated.  Licensing requirements are specified in the applicable Service regulation for military personnel and state regulations for civilian personnel, to include contractors.  The operator must present the license or permit to the USACE supervisor/KO or COR upon request.  Failure to do so will result in the immediate prohibition of the operator to operate the vehicle, machinery, or equipment. (18-3.b)

(1)  USACE Operators.  In lieu of a license or permit for each piece of equipment, a DA Form 348 (Equipment Operator's Qualification Record (Except Aircraft)) (see para
    18-10.a), or similar type of documentation, may be maintained on file at the employee’s project office for all USACE equipment operators.

(2)  Government Personnel Operators.  Follow local installation requirements. They may require OF 346 (U.S. Government Motor Vehicle Operator’s Identification Card) (see para 18-10.b), on military bases in addition or in lieu of a state driver’s license.

c.  Every operator of a motor vehicle, machinery and mechanized equipment, drilling equipment, ATV, UTVs, or specialty vehicles must be able to read and understand the signs, signals, and operating instructions in use.  (18-3.c)

d.  Defensive Driving.  The principles of defensive driving must be practiced. Government and contractor operators of government motor vehicles (see para 18-2.c) must complete four hours of defensive driver training in every four-year period.  Training must include an initial training with a minimum duration of 2 hours.  Contractor operators of government-owned motor vehicles must provide documentation of completion of a defensive driving course meeting this requirement to the local SOHO/USACE supervisor/KO or COR initially and upon request.  (18-3.d)

e.  Machinery and Mechanized Equipment.  Equipment operators must be trained and evaluated by persons who have the applicable and appropriate knowledge training and experience. (18-3.e)

(1)  Examiners must be independently certified (that is, they cannot train and evaluate themselves).

(2)  All qualification/licensing of equipment operators by examiners must include, at a minimum, the requirements of this chapter, the manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations, as well as observation of a practical operating examination on the equipment.

f.  Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs).  Train operators according to 29 CFR
1910.178, including both classroom and practical operation.  Employees must be trained on the same type of truck they will be expected to use on the job.  (18-3.f )

(1)  The employer must certify that the operator has been trained and evaluated as required by the standard.  The certification must include the name of the operator, the date of the training, the date of the evaluation, and the identity of the person(s) performing the training or evaluation.

(2)  Refresher training in relevant topics must be conducted at least once every three years, including an evaluation of each PIT operator's performance.  In addition, refresher training must be provided when any of the following conditions exist:

(a)  The operator has been observed to operate the vehicle in an unsafe manner.

(b)  The operator has been involved in an accident or near miss.

(d)  The operator is assigned to drive a different type of PIT.

(e)  A condition in the workplace changes in a manner that could affect safe operation of the PIT.

g.  All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs).  Operators must complete an accredited ATV training course (for example, Specialty Vehicles Institute of America, by in-house resources that have been certified as trainers by an accredited organization) prior to operation of the vehicle.  (18-3.g)

Note. If in-house trainers are used, they must be certified by an accredited organization. They must perform at least one training session every three years to maintain certification.  If the accrediting agency requires the trainer to return for
refresher training to maintain certification, this requirement is in addition to the training session taught every three years.

h.  Utility-Terrain Vehicles (UTVs).  Operators must be familiar with the use of all controls and understand proper moving, stopping, turning, and other operating characteristics of the vehicle.  Operators must review all training materials provided by the manufacturer and be trained according to the manufacturer’s instructions to include the following: (18-3.h)

(1)  Basic riding tips from the manufacturer’s published literature for each vehicle.

(2)  Reading terrain.

(3)  Climbing hilly terrain.

(4)  Descending a hill.

(5)  Traversing a slope.

(6)  Riding through water.

(7)  Cargo carriers and accessories.

(8)  Loading and unloading.

(9)  Troubleshooting.

(10) Proper preventative maintenance (for example, oil levels, tire pressure requirements, and scheduled maintenance requirements according to the manufacturer’s guidelines).

i.  Specialty Vehicles.  Establish a driver qualification and training program specific to each specialty vehicle.  (18-3.i)

j.  Snow Machines.  Operators of snow machines must be trained in the following: (18-3.j)

(1)  Hand signals.

(2)  Riding positions.

(3)  Towing of a sled.

(4)  Surface conditions and types (for example, snow, ice, tundra).

(5)  Proper riding apparel.

(6)  Dangers to avoid.

512 EM385-1-1 Chapters 16-22

18-3. Personnel Required Qualification/Training.

Operator Qualifications and Training

Defensive Driving and Equipment Operation

Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs)

All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) and Utility-Terrain Vehicles (UTVs)

Specialty Vehicles and Snow Machines

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18-3. Personnel Required Qualification/Training.