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Flexible HDD Training Available Adapted from Information by Ditch Witch Looking for a way to train your new HDD (horizontal directional drilling) operators, or to refresh the training of your experienced ones? Ditch Witch has a great training pro- gram. With instruction available on the jobsite, in the classroom, simulator, on equipment, as well as six free online HDD courses, the flexibility can’t be beat. The company uses the knowledge gained from making drills and tooling, to provide a level of training no one can top. With Ditch Witch Certified Training, crews can be faster, more efficient, more pro- ductive, and safer on the jobsite. Select from the following training methods for your crew: ONLINE TRAINING - Ditch Witch offers the only free online HDD training pro- gram, which packs decades of HDD knowledge into six e a s y - t o - und e r s t a nd courses. Topics covered in- clude: HDD overview, Best Practices, Drill Pipe, Tracking, HDD Tooling, and Drilling Fluid. IN THE CLASSROOM - Covering everything your crew needs to be safe and productive, the instructor-led operator training courses utilize a classroom setting over several days to give your crew the foundation to HDD operation and jobsite management. ON THE SIMULATOR - The HDD simulator training gives new operators the chance to become familiar with machine controls and learn proper oper- ating procedures. Experienced operators can benefit by refining their skills to increase productivity levels. ON THE EQUIPMENT - Many Ditch Witch dealer locations include mock jobsites to allow hands-on equipment experience. This gives operators the ability to further their drilling and tracking skills using an actual machine in a controlled environment. ON THE JOBSITE - When the crew is ready for exposure to real-world project conditions, a Ditch Witch dealer can work with the crew on an actual jobsite to analyze and recommend site-specific solutions aimed at improving production, lowering cost, and enhancing safety. During his career, Tim Connor, CSP (CertifiedSpeakingProfessional) hasgiven over 4000 presentations in 25 countries on a variety of sales, management, lead- ership, customer service communication, and motivational topics. 90% of his business is repeat engagements from previous clients. Call him and ask about his new client “Guarantee”. 704-875-1230 TimSpeaks4u@gmail.com TimConnor.com 35 WorldWide Drilling Resource ® JULY 2017