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CPCS A17 - Telescopic Handler Training - CITB LEVY APPROVED

This CPCS Accredited course is aimed at delegates with little or no experience looking to learn how to operate a Telehandler

CPCS/NOCN
This is a 5 day course which includes training and testing.
3 places max
This course is ideal for
Novice candidates who have received no formal instruction.

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Course Aims

To provide thorough practical and theory telescopic handler training, to enable the candidate to competently and safely carry out the role and pass the CPCS Theory and Practical Tests. 

Course Content

  • Operating the plant machinery on all normal tasks for which it is designed
  • Deciding whether a particular load is safe to lift
  • Carrying out routine telescopic handler servicing procedures and plant maintenance in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
  • Conducting minor mechanical adjustments
  • Preparing and driving the machine on public highways, and loading in onto a transporter in accordance with the requirements of the UK Road Traffic Acts
  • Understanding the purpose and capabilities of the machine and any relevant safety precautions necessary for its operation
  • How the handler machine works, and the maintenance requirements involved
  • The effect of load, size, weight, gradients, and ground conditions upon machine stability
  • Loading, storage and transit of representative materials
  • The basic construction of pallets
  • The permitted loading of scaffolds

 

Our standard course covers endorsement C – All Sizes Excluding Slew

Qualifications Obtained

This course will give delegates a CPCS Red Trained Operator card (on successful completion of both CPCS Technical tests) valid for 2 years. You must work towards and achieve your SVQ/NVQ in Plant Operations within these 2 years to upgrade to a CPCS Blue Competent Operator card.

 

Entry Requirements

The relevant CITB Health Safety & Environmental test must be current and in date (completed within the last 24 months).

Additional Information

Sibbald Training are a registered ATO and can automatically claim applicable grants on successful completion of this course. When booking training please confirm that you are CITB registered company to allow us to complete this process (if this is not highlighted during booking of training we may not be able to claim your grant).

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