DISCLAIMER: The following information is supplemental to OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC – Cranes and Derricks in Construction and in particular CFR 1926.1403 and 1926.1412. Table of Contents Erecting…
Compact or mini excavators are relatively new to the heavy equipment industry. The first compact excavators hit the heavy equipment market in Japan during the very late 1960s. It wasn’t…
Different heavy equipment machinery serves different purposes in the construction zone and each come with their own unique specifications.
Virtual reality technology is becoming increasingly commonplace and more accessible to the general population. While many people are purchasing VR headsets to play games and experience things they otherwise could…
Heavy Equipment Colleges of America is proud to offer heavy equipment operations training programs that provide students with the necessary skills, and knowledge, to become a heavy equipment operator. Each campus is…
By Anthony WilkTechnical and practical knowledge of heavy equipment and how to use such machines is a vital part of the job for those who operate them at construction sites…
Meet Heavy Equipment College Alumni Larry Walden and know how was his experience during the heavy equipment programs. Check out his complete story.
Inspecting equipment before starting work in any job setting is crucial for your safety and the safety of others. Learn more about what to look for when inspecting a loader backhoe.
In many ways, heavy equipment machines and their operators helped, and are continuing to help, build America. From roads to bridges to skyscrapers and interstates, the use of heavy equipment…
HEC 2017 Graduate, Willie Fisher, A Heavy Equipment Alumni, chose Heavy Equipment Colleges of America because he is passionate about construction and wanted to get certified! At HEC, we have…