Motor Grader Operator Training

Registration

Dates and Locations

The dates and locations for the MoGO classroom training are indicated on the registration website.

Fees

Current fees for the MoGO training are $90 per person for day one (the classroom session only) and $180 for both days. This includes lunch/breaks, a certificate, and any course materials on day one.

Deadlines

For classroom training, registration before the workshop is required at least 14 days before the date of your selected event.

Your list of field day registrants must be submitted to Iowa LTAP by April 12, 2013.

Online Registration

Go to the registration website to register online. A confirmation email/invoice will be sent to the email address you provide. Various payment options are available, but payment is not required at the time of registration.

Cancellations

Cancellations received 14 days before the event will receive a full refund. After that, a $30 fee will be assessed, but no refunds will be made for cancellations within 48 hours of the training.

Description

Motor grader operator (MoGO) training is a one- or two-day program led by experienced operators who teach others efficient and safe operating practices.

Day one is a classroom session. The session which includes videotapes and presentations, primarily focuses on blading techniques for different tasks, roadway/roadside cross section elements, safety, and equipment. Participants are often from several cities or counties, which promotes discussion and exchange of ideas and techniques.
Day two is an optional field session. (Whenever possible, the field day is the day following the classroom session). Instructor(s) travel to your site to advise/guide motor grader operators while they operate their own equipment at their own location. The instructor(s) focus on topics or challenges of particular importance to the local area.

Who should attend?

This training is designed for motor grader operators and their supervisors.

New operators find the training helpful, and experienced operators say it is a good refresher course. Supervisors learn about new developments and operating techniques.

Course participants should be familiar with basic equipment operations prior to attending.

Instructors

Each MoGO program is taught by a team of two instructors who have had extensive on-the-job experience operating motor graders. During the classroom portion of the program, the instructors answer questions, promote group discussion, and share their own expertise. During the field sessions, the instructors meet with individual operators while the operators run their own equipment on their own roads.

Questions?

If you have questions about

Workshop content, contact Robert Sperry, Local Roads Safety Liaison, rsperry@iastate.edu, 515-294-7311.
Registration, contact Jennifer Serra, 515-294-4401, jserra@iastate.edu.