The Telescopic Handler course provides essential theoretical knowledge for safe and competent telehandler operation. Telehandlers are powerful machines used for lifting, moving, and placing loads in construction, industrial, logistics, and other demanding work environments.
This course introduces the main principles of telehandler safety, including machine construction, operating limits, stability, load charts, pre-use inspections, attachments, site planning, and hazard control. Participants will learn how load weight, boom extension, ground conditions, slopes, attachments, and operator decisions affect machine stability and safe lifting capacity.
The training also covers operator responsibilities, legal requirements, risk assessment, communication, hand signals, exclusion zones, and safe lifting procedures. Special attention is given to preventing common incidents such as tip-overs, falling loads, collisions, crushing hazards, and contact with overhead power lines.
The objective is to help participants build a strong safety foundation before practical operation. Safe telehandler use is not only about controlling the machine. It requires planning, awareness, correct judgement, and respect for the limits of the equipment.
After completing this course, participants will be able to:
This course is intended for personnel who:
This includes telehandler operators, trainee operators, construction workers, site personnel, supervisors, banksmen, signallers, and workers involved in lifting or material handling activities.
