CPCS. Telescopic Handler – All Sizes Excluding 360° Slew

Who is this course for?

This 1–5 day course, depending on experience, is suitable for both novice and experienced operators. Successful completion leads to the CPCS A17C Telescopic Handler – All Sizes Excluding 360° Slew qualification.

What you will learn?

• Understand the role and responsibilities of a telescopic handler operator.
• Identify the machine’s main components, controls, safety systems and operating terminology.
• Follow manufacturer’s instructions, relevant legislation, regulations and site requirements.
• Complete all necessary pre-use and safety checks.
• Prepare the machine for safe site travel and operation.
• Safely manoeuvre across rough, uneven and sloping ground, including restricted areas.
• Correctly position the machine for loading, unloading and material-handling operations.
• Understand load charts, rated capacities and safe operating limits.
• Safely lift, transport and place loads using suitable attachments.
• Recognise site hazards, maintain effective communication and complete safe shutdown, isolation, securing and transportation procedures.

Teaching and Assessment

The course is delivered over 1–5 days, depending on the trainee’s previous experience and ability. Training combines theoretical instruction with practical machine operation and assessment.

What you get once complete.

On successful completion, delegates gain the CPCS A17C Telescopic Handler – All Sizes Excluding 360° Slew qualification.