This course is approved by the Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) and the National Plant Operators Registration Scheme (NPORS), which complies with the Health and Safety at work act (1974) and all other regulations regarding operator training.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this unit, the candidate will be able to:

• Identify the basic construction, purpose and function of components and the purpose and use of all controls and gauges.
• Identify and comply with manufacturers' instructions in accordance with the operator's handbook, other information sources i.e. load charts and applicable legislation.
• Explain all relevant documentation.
• Carry out pre-use and running checks.
• Configure the telescopic-handler for site and road travel.
• Travel over differing types of terrain, including rough undulating ground (not applicable to industrial telescopic) and substantial inclines, both with and without a load.
• Manoeuvre in confined areas using forward and reverse direction, both with and without a load.
• Set the telescopic handler in order to lift various loads.
• Lift various loads within the full working range of the telescopic handler.
• Ensure load integrity and security.
• Transport loads.
• Place and retrieve loads accurately at various points.
• Place and retrieve loads from vehicle bed or trailer.
• Explain precautions to be taken for overhead services and other hazards.
• Keep within safe working parameters.
• Place the machine in an out-of-service condition.
• Explain the loading and unloading procedure on and off a transporter.

Examination and Certification

To achieve the learning outcomes the candidate must complete a theory test and a practical test.
Successful candidates will be entered into the NPORS and CPCS scheme.

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