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Telehandler (Variable Reach Forklift)
This digital Telehandler (Variable Reach Forklift) course aims to instill the necessary skills to operate your telehandler in a safe manner.
When employing a telehandler (also known as a variable reach forklift, telescopic forklift, telescopic handler, or zoom boom), the predominant risk lies in its unsafe operation. Luckily, this indicates that the majority of telehandler mishaps and fatalities can be prevented with adequate training.
This digital Telehandler (Variable Reach Forklift) course serves as an educational tool to aid you in acquiring the essential skills to operate your telehandler securely while exercising full command over the equipment and abiding by the regulations governing its operation. After completing this telehandler training, you will have comprehended your legal obligations as a telehandler operator, the identification of telehandler components and their functions, safe travel and handling of loads, among other things.
Telehandler (Variable Reach Forklift) Standards
This course follows the guidelines for theoretical training as outlined in:
- CSA Standard B335-15
- ANSI Standard B56.6
- OSHA 1910.178
This digital Telehandler (Variable Reach Forklift) course encapsulates the following subjects:
- Telehandler elements
- Safety symbols, operator’s manual, and load charts
- Site inspections
- Safe operational practices around power lines
- Walk-around inspections and function checks
- Legislative requirements for safe operation
- Secure travelling techniques
- The principles of balance and stability
- Centre of gravity
- Lifting techniques
- Refuelling, parking, and shutting down a telehandler
Approximately 75 minutes
Testing conducted in this digital course is designed to reinforce the information presented. A score of 80% must be achieved in order to pass this course. The course allows for three attempts to achieve the passing score.
Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing. This certificate is valid for 3 years from the date of completion printed on the certificate unless otherwise specified by an employer, legislation, or other authority. For full certification, a practical skills assessment is required.
Course Details
Course Length
This course will take roughly 75 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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