Telescopic Handlers
Course Objectives
- Identify the basic construction and components, and the purpose and use of all controls and gauges
- Identify and comply with manufacturer's instructions in accordance with the operator's handbook and other information sources i.e. load charts, and applicable regulations
- Explain all relevant documentation
- Carry out all pre-use and running checks
- Configure the tele-handler for site and road travel
- Travel over differing types of terrain, including rough undulating ground not applicable for Industrial Telescopic) and substantial inclines,both with and without a load
- Manoeuvre in confined areas using forward and reverse direction, both with and without a load
- Set the telescopic handler in order to lift various loads
- Lift and place various loads within the full working range of the telescopic handler
- Ensure load integrity and security
- Transport loads
- Place and retrieve loads accurately at various places
- Place and retrieve loads from a vehicle bed or trailer
- Keep within safe working parameters
- Place the machine in an out-of-service condition
- Explain the loading and unloading procedure on and off a transporter
Who are the courses for?
Anyone who uses or will be using a telescopic handler in the land-based industries or construction industry.
Duration/Format
Novice operators – 5 days
Experienced operators – varying depending on experience
Instructor/Trainee Ratio
1 instructor : 3 trainees
Equipment for land-based course and test
- Operator instruction book for all machinery and attachments
- Lift truck complying with safety regulations in a well-maintained state
- Overalls and wet weather clothing
- High visibility jacket
- PPE (eye, head, foot and hand protection)
- Notebook and pencil
Venue
Dry clean building with room for all machinery to be worked on, light and heating if necessary, sSeating and tables for trainees, suitable area of land to operate (see above).
Course Materials
Skills guide
Land-based theory test question paper
Land-based operator assessment form
Prices
(Training and certification)
1 Day Course – corrective training & assessment - £195+VAT
2 Day Course for Experienced Trainees - £320+VAT
3 Day Course for semi-experienced Trainees - £420+VAT
5 Day Course for Novice Telescopic/Counterbalance - £680+VAT
Prices include:
- Free off road parking
- Tea & Coffee
- Cost of certificate
We also offer discounts on multiple bookings
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Cancellation Policy
The full cost of the course is to be paid before the start of the course.
If your place on the course is cancelled, the following will apply:-
- 7 days notice - full fee refunded
- 3-7 days notice - half fee refunded *
- 1-3 days notice - quarter fee refunded *
* if place can be filled then the full fee will be refunded
