• Gearing and travel speed selection when approaching loading position • Why the machine should not be driven towards the raised bucket of a loading excavator • Various types of loading equipment, e.g. conveyers, hoppers etc. and characteristics of each

• Safety checks that must be carried out to ensure the loading area and discharging area are clear of hazards • Actions required for emergency situations • Loading and discharge area segregation from other activities • Sufficient manoeuvring area •

• Precautions to be taken when manoeuvring in areas of restricted space • Visual checks of the area for hazards and how to determine if safe to proceed • Check dumper size relevant to working area, including working height, width,