Training requirments

Fleet logistics and
defensive driver
training

Crane operations

Lift trucks

Lifting operations

Earthmoving plant

Construction plant

Air compressors

Asphalt pavers

Fuel bowsers

Generators

Jackhammers

MEWPs

Pan compactors

Ready mix tanker trucks

Rock breakers

Rollers

Trench compactors

Tyre handler attachments

Water carts

Scaffolding

Construction site safety

Health and safety

Working at heights

ISO standards

Dangerous goods

Tools & powertools

Landscaping tools

Operate hot mix asphalt paving machines Learners will upon completion know the functions of a hot-mix asphalt paving machine, plan for work activities and prepare the work area, start and shut down, operate and transport the machine to... MORE INFO

Safely transport and distribute fuel using fuel bowsers This short skills course will be useful for people who work in the construction and maintenance of roads. Learners who achieve the course objectives will, upon completion of the course... MORE INFO

Operate mobile elevating work platformsThe MEWP course is designed for both novice and experienced operators who may be expected to operate a mobile elevating works platform while performing their daily duties.

A learner accredited with this unit standard will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the functions and safety considerations of the mobile elevating works platform and the start-up, shutdown and operating procedures for the machine... MORE INFO

Operate hydraulic rock breakers Upon successful completion, learners will understand rock-breaking using a hydraulic rock breaker; prepare to and break rock using a hydraulic rock breaker and complete the duties... MORE INFO

Operate ready mix tanker trucks The concrete ready mix tanker truck manual was developed to provide information about the fundamentals of concrete. It addresses respect and care for concrete production and delivery equipment... MORE INFO

Operate air compressors This training course outlines the specific issues relating to the use of air compressors, including air compressor types and selection, installation, safety with air compressors, safe operating procedures... MORE INFO

Operate jackhammers This course introduces operators to the functions and mechanical aspects of the jackhammer, and offers practical advice on controlling hazards, including inspections, personal protective... MORE INFO

Operate pan compactors Master the art of operating pan compactors efficiently and safely. This specialized course focuses on skillful machine handling, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Receive hands-on training to become... MORE INFO

Operate trench compactors Operation of trench compactors in various construction scenarios. This course covers the fundamentals of machine handling, routine maintenance, and safety protocols. Gain hands-on... MORE INFO

Operate generator sets The generator course is designed for both novice and experienced operators who may be expected to operate a generator set while performing their daily duties... MORE INFO

Drive and operate water carts This training programme is intended for operators who are responsible for transporting water for construction plant operations, in alignment with legislation, safe mechanical handling...MORE INFO

Operate road rollers Learners who achieve this course's objectives will demonstrate knowledge of the functions of a roller, plan for work activities and prepare the work area, start and shut down the roller... MORE INFO

Operate tyre handler attachments
This operate a tyre handler attachment course is designed for both novice and experienced operators who may be expected to operate a tyre handler attachment while performing their daily duties in the working environment... MORE INFO

Fleet logistics and
defensive driver
training
4x4 defensive driving
AARTO for fleet managers
AARTO for professional drivers
Anti-hijacking techniques
Dangerous goods by road
Diesel locomotive shunting
Economic driving
Expat RSA roads orientation
Gravel roads defensive driving
Heavy vehicle defensive driving
- essential skills
Heavy vehicle defensive driving
- full skills training
Light delivery vehicles
Lowbed securement
Maintaining customer relations
Motorcycle defensive driving
Professional driver evaluations
Rigid heavy vehicles
Side tipper trucks
Vehicle combinations

Crane operations
Heavy cranes
Marine loader cranes
Mobile cranes
Mobilifts
Overhead cranes (Cabin)
Overhead cranes (Pendant)
Single girder hoists
Telescopic materials handlers
Truck mounted cranes
Tower cranes

Lift trucks
Advanced defined purpose
Counterbalanced lift trucks
Defined purpose lift trucks
Side loader lift trucks
Rough terrain lift trucks
Tow Tractors

HRETD offers training programmes, from short skills courses to train the trainer courses. We specialise in legal compliance training that is accredited with the TETA and CETA when it comes to technical training, operator training, in service training and onsite training. Our assessors and facilitator trainers responsible for assessment, recertification and certification offer effective training that is Cost effective, competitively priced and affordable in the SADC region including Namibia. We also offer course development. For the transport and logistics industry we offer driver training, advanced driver training and Dangerous goods by road training, as well as diesel locomotive shunting and Fuel bowser training. Rigid heavy vehicle, tip truck, vehicle combination and Water cart training are also offered. When it comes to crane operations training, the lifting machines we specialise in are Heavy cranes and Mobile cranes, as well as Mobilifts, Cabin Overhead cranes, Pendant Overhead cranes and Single girder hoists. We also do Telescopic materials handler, sometimes called Telehandlers and Truck mounted cranes, sometimes called HIAB and Tower cranes. We train on a variety of lift trucks and forklift including counterbalanced lift truck, Advanced defined purpose lift trucks, defined purpose lift trucks and Side loader lift trucks. We also do rough terrain lift trucks, Reach trucks and Pedestrian stackers. Besides these, we also train on order pickers, Side loaders, Very narrow aisle lift trucks and Rail mounted stackers. We give a variety of lifting equipment and lifting operations training including Basic rigging, Banksman and Lifting equipment inspection. We also offer Safe lifting practise training. When it comes to earthmoving plant, we do articulated dump trucks, Concrete dumpers, Excavators and Face shovels. Also offered is Front end loaders, Graders and Rigid dump trucks. We specialise in training for Scrapers, Skid steer loaders and TLBs. Other earthmoving training includes Track type dozers, Tractors and Wheeled dozers (bulldozers). Tractor loader backhoe and dumpers are also offered. Our construction plant training courses includes Asphalt pavers, MEWP (also called cherry picker or mobile elevating works platform), rock breaker and jackhammer, rollers (road rollers) and Tyre handler attachments. When it comes to scaffolding training, we give scaffolding erecting and scaffold inspection – basically scaffolding safety which complies with SANS 10085 – 2004. Our health and safety training includes Construction Regulations 2014 overview or in depth, Construction site flagman and Excavation safety inspection. We also do Ladder inspection, Site safety awareness and Working at heights (also referred to as heights safety or fall arrest as well as Accident/incident investigation and Confined space entry. We offer accredited Fire fighting level 1 and Fire fighting level 2, as well as accredited First aid level 1 and First aid level 2 training. Other safety training we offer is General housekeeping, Handling HAZMAT and Health and safety rep (also called SHE rep and SHEQ), permissions training such as Hot work permissions, Lockout and isolation (also called Lockout Tagout training) We cover the OHS in depth and we have an overview course. We provide Stacking and storing and Stacking and storing HAZMAT (Hazardous materials) training. We train in powertools safety (correctly written power tools) such as Angle grinders, Boilermaking techniques (and welding and arc cutting), Cut-off saws and general Workshop safety including hand tools. When it comes to landscaping (both horticulture and agricultural), we offer Brush cutters, Chainsaws and Lawnmower training. John, a construction team supervisor, was keen on implementing quality principles on his construction site. One day, a scaffold erecting and dismantling supervisor named Sarah joined the team. They had a quick meeting on planned task observations, as they aimed to apply quality control meticulously. The supervisory skills John had acquired in his training courses proved effective as he managed the team smoothly. An incident occurred when they started to operate pan compactors and trench compactors. Safety was their top priority, and they had a fire and evacuation marshal named Tim, as well as a fall protection planner named Emily. Both had gone through rigorous task observation training and were adept at safety monitoring. Suddenly, a fall arrest situation happened. A worker named Jack was dangling from the scaffold. Emily, the fall protection planner, initiated the protocols while Tim, the fire and evacuation marshal, cleared the area. Another team member, trained as a fall arrest rescue technician, sprung into action and rescued Jack efficiently. The next day, the management decided to elevate the role of the fire and evacuation marshal and the fall protection planner, to include teaching supervisory skills and management skills to all staff. It was crucial to maintain standards, including those for scaffold erection, soil compaction, and machinery operation. In the end, John felt proud of his team's swift actions and appreciated how every member's training in areas like conflict resolution, construction safety, and task safety played a role in averting a crisis. The management, impressed by the team's performance, decided to engage Sarah, the scaffold supervisor, to oversee scaffold dismantling as well. Sarah had significant scaffolding skills and had completed courses in leadership training and employee supervision. She was an expert at operating heavy machinery, including the trench compactors. John's team was also responsible for off-road 4x4 driving techniques, heavy vehicle defensive driving, and AARTO system regulations. Given the mix of terrains they had to navigate to reach different construction sites, these skills were essential. They even had courses for light delivery vehicles and motorcycle defensive driving for delivery staff. With AARTO system training, they made sure that professional drivers understood the legal obligations and safety requirements, particularly for fleet managers. To address the challenge of securing heavy machinery for transport, they had a specialized training session on lowbed securement best practices. A team member, Mark, was excellent at maintaining customer relations, a skill he acquired through specific training programs. As the team expanded, pre-employment professional driver evaluations were introduced. This helped in assessing the driving skills of new recruits, which was crucial for maintaining construction site safety. Economic driving skills were taught to make the best use of fuel, reducing operational costs. Their training programs also catered to expats, offering RSA roads orientation, anti-hijacking techniques, and risk mitigation. They even included a unique program focusing on defensive driving for gravel roads. The last addition to their training curriculum was a special course on economic driving skills and techniques to help save fuel and reduce emissions. One day, they received a big project that required additional skilled workers. Luckily, John had undergone supervisory training, enabling him to manage even larger teams effectively. The project was a big success, and it was all thanks to their diverse skill set, continuous training, and excellent supervisory skills. The team felt a sense of accomplishment, knowing their comprehensive training—from 4x4 driving techniques to construction equipment operation—made them versatile and effective in their roles.