The Telescopic Handler is a versatile piece of equipment that is commonly seen on construction sites around the United Kingdom. The telehandler may be used to assist bricklayers, raise roof trusses, sweep roads (with a bucket on the front), and transport underhung items in a number of ways (suspended loads). 

Course Objective

The telescopic handling training includes a variety of health and safety laws, procedures, and terminology that the operator should be familiar with. The training will educate the participant how to use the telescopic handler securely in a variety of scenarios. Candidates who complete the telehandler training course will be able to:

• 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; other information sources i.e., Load charts and applicable regulations.
• Explain all relevant documentation.
• Carry out all pre-use and running checks.
• Configure the telescopic 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 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

The length of a Telehandler course is determined by the learner’s competence. However, inexperienced operators, or those who have never operated before, will complete a 5-day training (including theory and practical test). This course runs Monday through Friday, with a theoretical and practical test on Friday. If you are a seasoned operator, the course may be completed in one day and includes both a theoretical and a practical test.