How To Get Forklift Certified – FAQs About Forklift Certification
Being able to operate a forklift is a valuable skill that can help you get ahead in your career. However, as you may already know, to operate one you need…
Prepare for Life After the Military With Heavy Equipment Training
More than 200,000 people leave the U.S. military every year, returning to civilian life. Many consider their service time well spent but many more of them struggle with the transition,…
Top 10 Types of Construction Cranes
This blog covers the top 10 types of construction cranes, including mobile, crawler, and tower cranes, along with tips on effective operation.
How to get your Heavy Equipment Operator License | HEC
How to Get Your Heavy Equipment Operator License: A Comprehensive Guide
Discover how to become a Heavy Equipment Operator, get your Heavy Machinery License, and meet the requirements for obtaining the Operator License.
How to Become an Excavator Operator - HEC
A Complete Guide to Becoming an Excavator Operator
Are you ready to become an excavator operator? The first step is to find an accredited heavy equipment school—like Heavy Equipment Colleges of America (HEC)—and enroll in a training program.…
how to operate backhoe
How to Operate a Backhoe
A backhoe loader is a multi-purpose piece of construction equipment, most commonly used for excavations, that is known as a “backhoe” among contractors. The digging bucket, or hoe, is attached…
How Can Safety Training Prevent Construction Deaths
Safety Training in Construction
Construction workers face a number of risks every day, so it’s essential for workers to receive proper safety training. Discover the most common safety risks in the industry, some key…
Must-Have Heavy Equipment For Construction
Heavy equipment, sometimes referred to as heavy machinery or heavy-duty vehicles, are used to execute construction tasks. As you evaluate the different types of construction projects that you are taking…
True Cost of a “Free” Apprenticeship – By David Steenstra, Ph.D.
As a professor and former Dean of Business at Ferris State University, I’m often questioned about the cost of a post-secondary education and how that compares with the earn-as-you-learn union…
COVID-19 and the Heavy Equipment Industry
As we are aware, COVID-19 has affected businesses - small and large as well as affecting whole industries. Specifically, it has caused manufacturers to temporarily shut down, large conventions to…