N010 Telehandler + N138 Telehandler - Suspended Load

By the end of this training course, the learner will be able to answer questions on and perform the following:

• Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator

• Be able to locate and identify steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions

• Be able to conform to manufacturers requirements as per technical data, conform to relevant regulations and legislation

• Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions

• Be able to locate, identify and explain safe working loads, lifting capacity chart and explain how the manufacturer may reduce the lifting capacity when moving a suspended load, different lifting configurations and working ranges

• Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures

• Carry out lifting and load handling tasks

• Identify and explain different lifting procedures, explain what task could fall into each category

• Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area

• Identify and explain centres of gravity and calculate estimated weights of loads

• Identify any overhead/ proximity hazards

• Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements

• Configure the machine for travel and manoeuvre it safely laden and unladen, over varying terrain, rough ground, inclines, in open and confined areas

• Be able to agree the signal codes/hand signals, direction of movement, safe working and safe landing placement zone with the Slinger/Signaller

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation

• Ensure Telescopic Handler is in a safe condition and attachments fitted correctly

• Checked load integrity and security.

• Fit, adjust and or remove attachments

• Be able to lift and move a load to a designated position in a safe and controlled manner, ensuring minimum uncontrolled movement

• Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used and other relevant sources of information

• Environmental considerations.

• Lift and transfer loads accurately and safely at different locations

• Carry out all out of service and securing procedures

• Load and unload external transport safely

• Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and correctly configure in readiness to carry out lifting and load handling tasks

• Safely mount and dismount the machine

• Start and stop the engine and safely move the machine off and stop it safely.
  

The course is delivered through a combination of practicals and classroom-based tutorials. You will be assessed through theory and practical tests.

You must have a good understanding of spoken and written English. Please contact us if you have any concerns in this area.

If you require your NPORS Operator Card to include the CSCS logo, you must have passed a CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test no more than two years before attending this course.

NPORS Operator Card (on successful completion of the course assessments).