Telehandler Training and Certification

Course Summary

The class begins with the in-class theory session, which takes between 3-4 hours, and gives participants the knowledge they need to identify hazards, properly inspect, and safely operate their telehandlers. During the theory session, students will learn about:

• The hazards associated with operating telehandlers

• The Ontario Health and Safety Act, and its requirements for telehandler operation

• How to perform pre-operational checks/inspections

• Devices and operating controls

• Safe operating procedures

• All fuel sources and hazards associated with them

Participants will then demonstrate their knowledge by completing a written multiple-choice exam.  Finally, to gain their certificate of completion, students must demonstrate their operating ability by completing a practical skills evaluation.  The practical evaluation must be completed within 90 days of completing the theory portion of the course. For experienced drivers, the practical evaluation can be conducted immediately following the written evaluation.

For new operators, the Ministry recommends 8 hours of supervised operating experience before completing the practical evaluation. We can return to your facility to complete the practical evaluation at a later date if necessary. Upon successful completion of the written and practical evaluations, participants will be certified to safely operate telehandlers for 3 years.

The class begins with the in-class theory session, which takes between 3-4 hours, and gives participants the knowledge they need to identify hazards, properly inspect, and safely operate their telehandlers. During the theory session, students will learn about: 

• The hazards associated with operating telehandlers

• The Ontario Health and Safety Act, and its requirements for telehandler operation

• How to perform pre-operational checks/inspections

• Devices and operating controls 

• Safe operating procedures

• All fuel sources and hazards associated with them