A heavy equipment operator operates heavy equipment used in engineering and construction projects. [1] [2] Typically, only skilled workers can operate heavy equipment and there is specific training to learn how to use heavy equipment.

Various organizations set training standards for heavy equipment operators. Such organizations typically offer training in the US called "effective safety education". Specific organizations include:

Most publications on heavy equipment operators focus on improving the safety of such workers. The field of occupational medicine provides research and advice on safety for these and other employees in safety-sensitive positions.

Construction Equipment is a commercial publication and website that serves the information needs of construction contractors, material manufacturers, and other construction equipment owners and operators. It is headquartered in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Established in 1949, İş Makinaları is published monthly. Each issue typically includes product reviews [1] and purchase dossier [2] as new products enter the market. In addition, the magazine covers fleet management topics, including monthly column equipment manager. [3]

Each December, Construction Machinery lists the new products introduced that year in a feature called Top 100 new products.