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HOSCH delivers practical, hands-on conveyor training tailored to Australia’s mining and materials handling industries. With a strong focus on safety and real-life applications, we’re here to help you build confidence, stay safe on site, and take the next step in your career.
Get Skilled, Stay Safe, and Move Forward with Practical Training
HOSCH Product Training
This is Australia’s only HOSCH conveyor belt cleaner training — developed with industry experts and delivered by technicians who have spent decades installing and maintaining systems. It’s ideal for:
• Service technicians and maintenance teams working with Hosch products
• Supervisors and shutdown crews managing belt cleaning systems
• Training coordinators and safety staff seeking practical knowledge
As a dedicated product program, the course focuses on real-world Hosch equipment: correct installation, safe operation, troubleshooting, and best practice maintenance strategies that improve safety, extend product life, and reduce downtime.
Conveyor 101 – 3 Day Training Course
This is Australia’s only conveyor belt equipment training of its kind — developed with industry leaders and experienced technicians who have spent decades on site and seen it all. It’s ideal for:
• Anyone starting to work with conveyor belts
• Engineers involved in design projects
• Procurement and asset management professionals who need practical insight
As a neutral industry knowledge hub, the course covers conveyor belt equipment from real-life examples: best practices, common issues and workarounds, and proven maintenance strategies to put in place.
Vulcanizing Training
One of Australia’s leading conveyor belt vulcanizing training programs — in partnership with WAGENER Vulcanizers and delivered by technicians with decades of splice experience. It’s ideal for:
• Vulcanizing crews and service technicians working with splices
• Supervisors, engineers, and shutdown planners overseeing belt work
• Auditors and safety staff needing compliance and splice quality knowledge
As a specialist program, the course covers press safety, splice quality auditing, equipment assessment, and COAL Control systems. Training combines practical splice examples with best practice standards to improve safety, reliability, and belt performance.
HOSCH Product Training
Overview
Our HOSCH Product Training programs are designed for teams working in the mining and bulk materials handling sector who use or maintain HOSCH conveyor belt cleaning systems. Delivered either at our purpose-built Perth training facility or onsite at your operation, these courses combine theory with hands-on practical training. Participants gain the skills and confidence to install, operate, and maintain HOSCH products safely and effectively.
What You’ll Learn
Participants will gain practical insight into:
Full installation, operation, and maintenance of HOSCH belt cleaning systems.
Troubleshooting and optimisation techniques for client-specific equipment.
Best practice maintenance procedures to extend product life and reduce downtime.
Safe working methods and compliance requirements for conveyor belt cleaning systems.
Course Format
HTP General – 2 Day Full Fit Training
Day 1: Theory & practical modules on HOSCH product design, installation, and operation.
Day 2: Theory & practical training with HOSCH systems, including hands-on installation and maintenance.
Available at our Perth training facility or delivered onsite.
Custom Product Training – 1 Day
Tailored program specific to your site’s installed HOSCH equipment.
Combines theory and hands-on practice for your operational requirements.
Delivered at our training facility or onsite at your operation.
Additional Details
Onsite training: Clients must cover trainer travel and accommodation costs (not included in course fees).
Facility-based training includes catered morning tea and lunch.
All participants receive a Certificate of Completion and a Hosch Training Card.
Outcomes
On completion of a HOSCH Product Training program, participants will:
Understand the installation, operation, and maintenance of HOSCH belt cleaning systems.
Apply best practice maintenance strategies to maximise equipment performance.
Troubleshoot product issues and implement corrective actions effectively.
Improve site safety and efficiency with correct product use.
Receive certification and training cards for professional and compliance purposes.
Conveyor 101 - 3 Day Training Course
Overview
Conveyor 101 is Australia’s only dedicated conveyor belt equipment training program, created with decades of on-site experience and support from leading industry experts. This three-day course is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice, giving participants the most hands-on conveyor training available.
What You’ll Learn
- How conveyor systems work: Core principles of material handling, belt design, and system layout; understanding terminology and the function of each component.
- Different parts of the system: pulleys, belts, belt connections, and their functions in the overall setup
- Theoretical background and practical insights into conveyor equipment, including how they work, where they are used, their impact on overall system performance, and how to choose, maintain, and troubleshoot them effectively:
- Scrapers
- Skirting and sealing systems
- Tracking systems
- Rollers and idlers
- Impact beds
- Wear liners
- Conveyor sensor systems
- …and more
With each system there will be hand on practice on the maintenance and
- Pros and cons of different equipment types and solutions
- Common issues and the “tricks of the trade” that experienced technicians use
- How each part interacts with the others to influence overall system performance
Safe methods and safety practices:
- Correct procedures for working with conveyor systems
- Risk awareness and hazard identification
- Best-practice safety standards applied to installation, inspection, and maintenance
Best practices and maintenance strategies:
- Preventive and corrective approaches for each equipment category
- Real-world examples of what works — and what to avoid
Course Format
- Day 1: Conveyor system fundamentals, belt basics, drive/tensioning, material flow, transfer points, and core safety foundations. – plus belt splicing press demonstration
- Day 2: Theoretical and Hands-on training with conveyor equipment – scrapers, trackers, skirting, idlers, impact beds, ploughs – plus safe installation, servicing, and common issues.
- Day 3: Theoretical and Hands-on training including spray bars, wear liners, pulleys, automation systems, troubleshooting with safety in focus, and maintenance strategies.
Outcome
On completion of the course, participants will:
- Understand the full range of conveyor belt components and their functions — from fundamentals to advanced applications
- Be able to identify commonly used systems, their pros and cons, and how they interact within a full conveyor setup
- Recognise common problems and apply proven troubleshooting methods used by experienced site technicians
- Apply safe methods and best-practice safety standards when installing, inspecting, and maintaining equipment
- Gain confidence to make better decisions in design, procurement, and asset management, with awareness of real-world site realities
- Develop the ability to optimise performance and reliability by integrating practical knowledge with strategic system thinking
- Walk away with both hands-on skills and advanced insight into conveyor system performance and maintenance strategies
Vulcanizing Training – In Partnership with WAGENER Vulcanizers
Overview
Hosch Australia, in collaboration with WAGENER Vulcanizers, offers specialist training programs focused on conveyor belt vulcanizing and splice quality management. These courses combine theory and practical sessions, delivered at our Perth training facility. Designed for maintenance technicians, supervisors, and splice auditors, the training builds capability in splice safety, quality, and monitoring using the latest tools and standards.
What You’ll Learn
Participants will gain practical insight into:
Press Operational Safety (POST): Safe operation of vulcanizing presses, aligned with industry competency standards.
Vulcanizer Base Line Assessment (VBLA): Assessing vulcanizer health, configuration, and compatibility with site requirements.
Introduction To Splice Quality Auditing Training (SQAT): Fabric and steel cord splice auditing in line with AS3552, including hold points and best practice splicing procedures.
COAL Control Introduction (CCIAT): Using RIP Control, CORD Control, and SPLICE Control systems to monitor belt condition, splice migration, and minimise production loss.
Course Format
Training is structured into modules that can be delivered together as a two-day block or as standalone sessions:
Day 1
POST (Press Operational Safety): 4-hour session – theory, practical training, and certification.
VBLA (Vulcanizer Base Line Assessment): 4-hour session – theory, practical assessment, and certification.
Day 2
SQAT (Splice Quality Auditing): 7-hour session – theory, practical splice auditing on test equipment, certification valid for two years (with pathway to full auditor certification).
CCIAT (COAL Control Introduction & Application): 1-hour session – classroom theory and live demo of COAL Control systems.
Outcomes
On completion of Vulcanizing Training, participants will:
Understand safe vulcanizing press operation and site compliance requirements.
Conduct baseline assessments of vulcanizing equipment to ensure reliability.
Apply splice quality auditing techniques to improve belt integrity and safety.
Use COAL Control systems to monitor belt condition, splice performance, and minimise downtime.
Receive a Certificate of Attendance or partial certification (with progression to full auditor certification where applicable).
Course Details
Delivery: Perth training facility (includes morning tea & lunch).
Certification: Certificates and training cards are provided for each module completed.
Schedule: Block training is typically offered four times per year (March, June, September, December).
Strengthen Your Skills & Your Site
Join a practical training program designed for real mining conditions. Learn how to work smarter, stay safer, and get ahead in your career.
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Experienced, Expert Training.
HOSCH training programs have been developed to share practical knowledge around conveyor systems and equipment. Previously reserved for internal use and partners, these training courses are now open to the broader industry in Australia. Delivered at our Osborne Park facility in WA or on client sites, the programs focus on real-world conditions, safety, and hands-on learning for people working in mining and bulk materials.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our services and training programs.
Who can enrol in HOSCH training courses?
Anyone with an interest in learning is welcome. Our programs are designed for people working in mining, materials handling, or related fields, whether you’re new to the job or building on existing skills.
Where is the training held?
Most courses are delivered at our training facility in Osborne Park, WA.
