Telehandler ticket will give you the skills to operate a telescopic handler or ‘telehandler’ and its attachments in a range of heavy lifting machine operator jobs. Telehandler operators use this versatile machinery for lifting and carrying materials in a range of industries including construction & infrastructure, mining/resources, transport & logistics and agriculture.
1.1 Access, interpret and apply telescopic materials handler documentation
1.2 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
1.3 Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess the risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies
1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
1.5 Identify, obtain and apply signage requirements in line with workplace procedures
1.6 Select required telescopic materials handler equipment or attachments and confirm the suitability of the work activities
1.7 Coordinate and communicate planned activities with other at the site prior to commencement of work activity
2.1 Perform pre-start and start-up check in line with workplace procedures
2.2 Check telescopic materials handler controls, brakes, attachments and other implements for manoeuverability and serviceability and ensure faults are rectified or reported within scope of own responsibility and according to workplace procedures
2.3 Assess site and operating hazards and apply safe operating techniques
2.4 Operate telescopic materials handler using techniques suited to equipment capabilities, site and work conditions, and according to workplace procedures
3.1 Use load handling communication methods as per standard operating procedures with all parties
3.2 Communicate with dogman to establish the weight of the load
3.3 Communicate with dogman to ensure safe working load requirements have been assessed and appropriate slings and lifting gear has been selected, attached and secured in line with workplace procedures
3.4 Locate machinery to ensure stable and effective shift of materials according to work requirements
3.5 Shift the load safely and effectively, using hand, audible and communication signals, in line with workplace procedures
3.6 Park up, shut down, secure and carry out post operational inspection of equipment in line with workplace procedures
4.1 Select attachment for the task and move and fit attachment in line with workplace procedures
4.2 Test and confirm correct fitting and operation
4.3 Use attachment within design limits and in accordance with workplace procedures
4.4 Remove, clean and store attachment in line with workplace procedures
5.1 Prepare machine and equipment for relocation in line with safe work practices
5.2 Transport machine and equipment safely between worksites, observing relevant site codes and traffic management requirements
6.1 Clean-up work area and dispose or recycle materials according to workplace procedures.
6.2 Manage and/or report hazards to maintain a safe working environment
6.3 Complete and file or distribute documentation in a manner that complies with workplace practices
Above detailed information has been extracted from training.gov.au. For a more comprehensive review of legislation & guidelines please visit; https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/RIIHAN309F
Telehandler
Fri 28 Feb 2025
1 DAY
THEORY & PRACTICAL EXAM
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