The aim of this course is to produce a telehandler operator that will have the knowledge, skills and attributes for all essential areas of the units of competency covered in the telehandler course undertaken, enabling the individual to operate the telehandler effectively and safely. The trainee will also be able to demonstrate the appropriate responsibilities of a telehandler operator with emphasis on accident prevention and operator responsibility.

 

 

People credited with this unit standard are able to:

 

1. Describe the operation of telehandlers.

2. Prepare for telehandler operations.

3. Operate a telehandler on a worksite.

4. Complete post-operational procedures for a telehandler.