Rough Terrain Telescopic Training Course (Novice)

The aim of the course is to provide training and knowledge in the safe and efficient operation of a rough terrain vehicle with a boom below/over 9m (depending on course). This course meets the statutory requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, and other relevant statutory provisions.

Course Content

Theory

• The Need to Train & Statutory Requirements

• Rated Capacities-Stability and instability

• Operating Safety Code & Site Safely Rules

• Film “The Correct, Approach”& “Site Safety”

• Multi Choice Theory Test

Practical

• Introduction to the Machine

• Control Familiarisation

• Daily Checks/Refuelling/Simple Maintenance

• Steering and Drive Modes

• Steering Procedures, (Un-laden and Laden)

• Load Weight Assessment

• Load Handling

• Use of Stabilisers (where applicable)

• Stacking and De-stacking Procedures

• Vehicle Loading/ Unloading

• Fitting and use of Attachments

• Practical Skills Test (based on Forum 2000 recommendations)of such
  checks

Course Requirements

• Notebook and pen.

• Appropriate safety wear.

All other materials are provided on the course.

Equipment: Rough Terrain: Telescopic 3m - 15m

Accrediting Body: ITSSAR

Level: Novice - first time operator who has no previous experience of Construction Equipment

Location: Leicester Training Facility / On Site

Course Duration: 3-5 Day(s)

Max Ratio: 3 trainees per course

Cost: £750 + VAT per trainee