Telescopic handler suspended loads training
Telescopic handler suspended loads training for experienced operators and novices.
Course objective
The trainee will be expected to identify basic construction and components together with their uses, limitations and principles of operation. Understand the hydraulic system, operator duties and responsibilities and safe and effective practical operation.Accredited by
NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme)Accredited course name
N138 - Telescopic handler suspended loadsCourse content
- Health & safety at work act
- PUWER
- LOLER
- Introduction to the Machine and components
- Pre-start checks & basic maintenance procedures
- Practice use of hydraulic controls with suspended loads
- Site travelling procedures
- Safety rules for slinging of loads and general slinging methods
- Inspection and selection of lifting accessories
- Stability of loads and stress factors in lifting accessories
- Estimation of load weights
- Telescopic handler operating procedures and precautions
- Safe movement of loads/goods
- End of shift safe parking procedures
Assessment
Theory and practical examination.Ratio
1 instructor : 1 telescopic handler : 4 candidatesDuration
The above course will vary on the duration depending on the experience of the candidates.
- Novice operators: 5 day course
- Experienced operators: 1 day course