CPCS Training (A17) - Telescopic Handler Course - Experienced Worker

CPCS Entry requirements

Learners must have passed the Operatives Health, Safety & Environment test within the last 2 years, prior to course start date.

Aim

Train selected personnel in the skills and knowledge needed to carry out the duties of a Telescopic Handler operator.

Elements Covered

- Legislative and regulative requirements of a plant operator.
- Roles and responsibilities of a plant operator within the construction industry.
- Preparation of plant equipment for work as per operator’s manuals and other information sources.
- Travel and manoeuvre the equipment on level and undulated surfaces, in confined spaces in a laden and unladen state.
- Set the machine for lifting, transferring and loading operations.
- Lifting various loads at maximum extension and place accurately
- Removal and re-attachment of attachments and accessories.
- Perform safe parking, shut down and isolation procedures for the machine.
 

CPCS Certification

Learners will receive a Red CPCS Training Operator card on successful completion of the technical tests, valid for two years.  After gaining on-site experience, you must complete a Level 2 NVQ

Please note: there is no practical training on this course.