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Telehandler Certification

Dive into the world of variable reach lift trucks (VRLT) safety with our all-inclusive online Telehandler Certification course.

Telehandler Certification

COURSE OVERVIEW


Our online Telehandler Certification course offers an in-depth understanding of the safe operation principles applicable to various types of VRLTs. This course goes beyond the basic requirements set by CSA, OHS, and CCOHS for operator safety training certification in all Canadian provinces and territories, making it a comprehensive training guide.

Summa Safety & Environment College presents high-quality online courses, characterized by HD video content, engaging machine animations, and interactive video demonstrations. This format is designed to enhance knowledge retention in an enjoyable and informative manner. Each chapter concludes with a set of questions to prepare students for the final exam. The course also provides access to: VRLT-specific OHS requirements for every province and territory in Canada; a practical evaluation checklist; and step-by-step instructions for evaluating operator competence on the machine.

In addition to the online course, an employer practical evaluation is necessary to finalize the Telehandler Certification process. This evaluation can be conducted by a supervisor or authorized personnel.

Telehandler Certification Course Standards

This course was developed to surpass the requirements for theory and written exam training as specified in:

  • CSA Standard B335-15
  • ANSI Standard B56.6

COURSE TOPICS


This online Telehandler Certification course covers the following topics:

  • Federal and provincial VRLT-related legislation requirements for the machine, employees, supervisors and employers
  • Machine hazards
  • Common lift truck incidents and accidents
  • Different lift truck classes
  • The importance of the operator’s manual
  • Safety decals
  • Machine components, controls, brake types, and safe guards
  • Capacities and in-depth stability principles
  • Proper use of load charts
  • Pre-operational inspections
  • Function tests
  • Maintenance
  • Hydraulic system dangers
  • Refuelling
  • Hazard assessment/mitigation
  • Rescue planning
  • Proper communication
  • PPE
  • Operating rules
  • Steering modes
  • Loading/unloading
  • Racks
  • Work platform use
  • Parking and shutting down
  • Recordkeeping

ONLINE COURSE DURATION

Estimated to be around 4 hours

PASS MARK


To successfully complete this course, a minimum score of 80% is required. Participants are allowed up to three attempts to reach the pass mark.


CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION


Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing, certifying the Telehandler Certification.


COURSE PREVIEW

Course Details

Course Length

This course will take roughly 240 minutes

Passing Mark

To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz

Certificate

Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print

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