Front-End Loader Safety: Operating And Spotting For Front-End Loaders

Safe operation of front-end loaders requires more than just technical skill — it demands full situational awareness and effective teamwork between the operator and spotter. This safety training course equips learners with the skills needed to conduct pre-operation checks, operate loaders safely, and provide clear, reliable spotting support.

Participants explore best practices for communication, maintaining safe distances, and preventing collisions or tip-overs. With construction equipment accidents leading to over 46,000 injuries annually (according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Construction Safety and Health Fact Sheet), investing in proper training helps protect workers and keep projects on track.

This course is particularly useful for companies looking to improve training protocols and reduce equipment-related hazards for those who work with and around front-end loaders.

   This course is in the Video On Demand format, to read about Video On Demand features click here.

This course is intended for construction personnel who either operate or assist with the operation of front-end loaders, including laborers, heavy equipment trainees, and safety officers.

• Introduction
• Preparing To Operate A Front-End Loader
• Operating A Front-End Loader
• Being A Spotter For A Front-End Loader Operator
• Conclusion

• Excavator Safety: How They Work And Their Hazards
• Excavator Safety: Operating And Spotting For Excavators
• Front-End Loader Safety: How They Work And Their Hazards