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The practical/hands-on portion of this training is on-site, our instructor will come to your location and complete training on your equipment.

Landfill Packer

One of our newest courses – it provides the necessary training for safe and efficient operation.

In-Person

On-Site Training

Need Custom Training?

Here's what you'll learn

Our professional instructors will teach you:

Equipment Design & Function

Electrical System

Hydraulic System

Pre-Start Inspections

Equipment Warning Devices

Controls Review

Power-Train

Stability and Centre of Gravity

Can You Answer any or all of The Questions Below?

What is the PLI rating of my compactor and why is it important?

Do my operators understand what a hydrostatic transmission is and how to care/use it correctly?

Are my operators conducting a proper pre-trip before putting the machine into service?

How thick should I be spreading refuse before compacting?

What are the consequences of improper compacting?

Are Your Operators Making These Expensive Mistakes?

Running out of space earlier than expected?

Machinery regularly getting stuck due to soft spots?

Compaction is not as solid as you need

Equipment damaged due to improper operation or inefficient pre-trips

Industry Standards

Our instruction meets or exceeds industry standards

Certifications

Certification documents proficiency and skills

Peer to Peer Training

Facilitated learning peer to peer. Experience counts!

Expert Instructors

Taught by pro instructors who’ve done the job!

Built From Experience

Courses developed by people who’ve done the job

Service First

We are committed to your success, start to finish

Documentation Provided

Materials Provided

Student Book

Certificate of Completion

Operator Training Summary

Test

Practical

Hands-On Activities

Pre-trip Inspection

Controls Review

Maneuvering

Why Take This Course

Responsible for the compaction and distribution of refuse on sanitary landfill sites, Sanitary Landfill Compactors are specialized types of equipment that require comprehensive training. These machines range in size from 12,000 lbs to 50,000 lbs or more and should not be utilized without a good understanding of vehicle components and controls, compaction levels, and waste distribution principles.

Who Should Attend?

Any person responsible for operating a landfill compactor and/or landfill site management.

A FIT FOR EVERY NEED