This comprehensive in‑class certification course equips operators, novice to experienced, with essential knowledge and hands‑on skills for safely operating telehandlers. Content is delivered through classroom instruction, multimedia presentations, and live demonstrations, and concludes with both written and practical assessments.
What You’ll Learn
- Safety Standards & Regulations
- Learn key safety regulations and operator responsibilities governing telehandler operation.
- Telehandler Fundamentals
- Understand telehandler components, balance and stability, load charts, and the principles behind safe lifting.
- Hazard Identification & Jobsite Safety
- Practice site and hazard assessments, including slope navigation and scoring for jobsite risks.
- Preventative Maintenance & Pre‑Use Inspections
- Learn walk-around checks, basic maintenance routines, and shutdown procedures.
- Safe Operation Techniques
- Explore proper start-up/shutdown practices, safe load handling, maneuvering on slopes, and emergency procedures.
- Assessments & Certification
- Complete in-class testing (written and practical) to receive a certificate of completion.
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