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Telescopic Handler (all sizes)

Course Aim

To equip candidates with the skills, knowledge and understanding to operate a Rough Terrain Telescopic Handler in a safe and effective manner at all times.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course the successful candidate will be able to:

Carry out pre-operational checks of the truck, to include truck familiarisation.
Identify hazards and understand the principles of Risk Assessments.
Know and understand the relevant regulations, ACOPS and guidelines associated with Telescopic lift trucks i.e. (PUWER / LOLER).
Manoeuvre the truck safely over a variety of terrains (including rough) laden and unladen, in forward and reverse, including inclines and confined spaces.
Set and use the Safe Load Indicator for lifting on wheels / outriggers where applicable.
Stack and de-stack loads from a scaffold tower to at least 75% of the trucks safe maximum height capacity. (boom usage).
Bulk stack and de-stack palletised loads on top and adjacent to each other.
Load and unload a flat bed vehicle with at least 3 palletised loads.
Position the truck to set down and retrieve a load to at least 75% of the trucks horizontal lifting capacity. (boom usage).
Use attachments in correct manner where fitted.
Re-fuel a truck, park it safely, complete and record safety check logs and report any defects.

Assessment

Pre-shift inspection – observation.

Theoretical – 5 written and 20 multiple choice questions (80% pass)

Practical – fault penalty point system (40 points max.) and timed.

Certification

National Plant Operators Registration Scheme (NPORS)
or
Howlett Training Partnership (HTP).

Course Duration

1 to 5 days – depending on previous experience.

COURSE DURATION

One to five days dependant on experience

PRICE

Please contact us for pricing information.

ASSESSMENT

By multiple choice exam and practical assessment

CERTIFICATED BY:

NPORS or HTP

PROGRESSION:

Not Applicable

Please Note: Two passport sized photos will need to be provided on the day for the card or an additional charge of £2.00+VAT (£2.40 inc VAT) per person will be made.

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Please Note:
Additional charges may apply for travel over 50 miles.

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