Telehandler

Overview

The telehandler training course is designed to provide novice to intermediate operators with sufficient telehandler training which will enable an individual to competently and safely carry out the role of a telehandler operator.

Who should attend

Novice to intermediate operators of telehandlers who need to safely and competently carry out their role.

Course Aims & Objectives

To provide quality knowledge and skills to become a safe & efficient operator of Telehandlers. In industry, the most common attachment for a telehandler is pallet forks and the most common application is to move loads to and from places unreachable for a conventional forklift. However, all attachments can be included in training allowing more versatility.

It is envisaged that by the end of this course of training the learner will be able to answer questions on and perform the following:

• Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a plant operator
• Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used and other relevant sources of information
• Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
• Be able to locate and identify steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions
• Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements
• Safely mount and dismount the machine
• Start and stop the engine and safely move the machine off and stop it safely
• Configure the machine for travel and manoeuvre it safely laden and unladen, over varying terrain, rough ground, inclines, in open and confined areas
• Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
• Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and correctly configure in readiness to carry out lifting and load handling tasks
• Carry out lifting and load handling tasks
• Lift and transfer loads accurately and safely at different locations
• Load and unload external transport safely
• Fit, adjust and or remove attachments
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation
• Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures

Certification

“NPORS” National Plant Operators Registration Scheme or our own certification and photo ID cards. Provided through our Associate company.

In house certification is also available if NPORS accreditation is not required.