Time constraints coupled with poor visibility and messy weather can make One Person Plowing a very difficult job.  Many are out there without the required skill or confidence to run without a wingman.  It is vital that you prepare your operators with a comprehensive training package that teaches them to be more relaxed, focused and skilled – thereby producing excellent results on the first pass.

Operators who are converting from using a wing-man to one person plowing.

Classroom (only) Topics of Discussion

Approx. 7 hrs.

• Benefits of Defensive Driving
• Collision Prevention
• Six Conditions of Driving
• Visibility
• Mirrors
  • Flags/markers
  • Wing position
  • 360 vision
• Clearances
  • Knowing
  • Practice
• Control
• Hand eye coordination
• Hazard Recognition
• Best defense
• Plowing techniques Plowing Techniques Salt Smarts
• Truck Operation & Safety
• Plow & Wing Mounting & Set-up
• Pre-Trip Inspection
• One Person Plowing Techniques
• Front End Loader Awareness
  • Vehicle Components
  • Pre-Trip Inspection
  • Basic Operation (truck loading etc.)

Practical, Hands-on Activities

• Pre-trip Inspection
• Clearance Training
• In-cab Check Ride

Documentation Provided

Student Book, Test, Operator Training Summary, Certificate of Completion