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Read more about the article Bulldozer Safety Training – Things to consider

Bulldozer Safety Training – Things to consider

  • Post author:Heavy Equipment Colleges of America
  • Post published:April 15, 2021
  • Post category:Bulldozer Operator/Construction Safety

Bulldozers are primarily used for moving or removing heavy materials from an area. They are primarily found in construction sites, farms, and similar settings. Interestingly enough, bulldozers are technically classified…

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Read more about the article How a Forklift Works

How a Forklift Works

  • Post author:Heavy Equipment Colleges of America
  • Post published:March 30, 2021
  • Post category:Forklift Training

Interested in a forklift operator career? Here’s a guide on how forklift works, their parts, controls, and types.

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Read more about the article Bulldozer Safety Tips for Successful Operation

Bulldozer Safety Tips for Successful Operation

  • Post author:Heavy Equipment Colleges of America
  • Post published:March 23, 2021
  • Post category:Bulldozer Operator

Safety is essential to any heavy equipment operation. Training programs stress operation safety for a reason—heavy equipment can be seriously harmful or potentially deadly if operated incorrectly. If you’re new…

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Read more about the article How to Get Your Crane Operator License
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How to Get Your Crane Operator License

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  • Post published:March 15, 2021
  • Post category:Crane Operator Training

If you’re not sure how to get your crane operator license, Heavy Equipment Colleges of America (HEC) is here to help. As the leading crane operator school in California, Georgia,…

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Read more about the article How to Operate a ForkLift? – A Complete Guide

How to Operate a ForkLift? – A Complete Guide

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  • Post published:March 9, 2021
  • Post category:Forklift Training

Before operating a forklift, a significant amount of training, practice, and inspecting should be performed. Forklifts are most commonly used in warehouses but are certainly not limited to warehouse use.…

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Read more about the article How To Get Your Backhoe Certification

How To Get Your Backhoe Certification

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  • Post published:March 1, 2021
  • Post category:Heavy Equipment Machine

Almost everything you see around you is created with the help of a backhoe. Construction of residential buildings, commercial buildings, pavement and roads, and bridges were all constructed with the…

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Read more about the article What Does a Crane Operator Do?

What Does a Crane Operator Do?

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  • Post published:February 9, 2021
  • Post category:Crane Operator Training

Learn how HEC crane operator training can further your career path A Crane Operator Career in the Construction Industry Likes working outdoors. Good with your hands. Great with machines. Enjoys…

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Read more about the article Faculty Spotlight: Bill Keever

Faculty Spotlight: Bill Keever

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  • Post published:February 2, 2021
  • Post category:Veteran Heavy Equipment

Bill Keever, West Region President of the Heavy Equipment Colleges of America, knows that decisions determine destiny. No matter where you are today, you can improve your life by making…

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Read more about the article Important Crane Parts to Know About

Important Crane Parts to Know About

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  • Post published:January 26, 2021
  • Post category:Crane Operator Training

Whether you work on a construction site or a loading dock, cranes are a central part of your workplace. Knowing the different parts of the cranes you use, along with…

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Read more about the article Why Choose a Career in Heavy Equipment?

Why Choose a Career in Heavy Equipment?

  • Post author:Heavy Equipment Colleges of America
  • Post published:January 7, 2021
  • Post category:Career Outlook

Table of Contents If you are looking for an exciting, hands-on career with options, growth, and good pay, then the heavy equipment industry could be for you. Read on to…

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