Telescopic Handler

Course Overview 

This course covers all the requirements for obtaining a TSHA Trained Operator Licence. Successfully completing this course will allow you to operate any type of non-slewing telehandler within Australia.

Training will be completed with fork types, however if required, training can also be completed with other attachments such as crane jibs, earthmoving buckets, grabs etc.

This course does not cover the requirements for operating a slewing telehandler or for crane jib attachments with a lifting capacity over 3 tonnes.

A High-Risk Work licence class C2 or above is required for slewing telehandlers, or CN or above for crane jib attachments over 3 tonne. 

Pre-Requisite 

There are no prerequisites for this course. 

Telescopic Handler Association conditions for assessment: ?

• Applicants to be at least 18 years

• Speak and understand English at a level to be able to participate in the training and assessment.

• Note: Oral assessments can be arranged for applicants with writing and reading difficulties.

• Able to produce sufficient identification with name and photo (ie drivers licence, passport etc).?

Learning outcome 

On completion of the course, participants will have gained the following skills and knowledge to: ?

• Plan Operations: Hazard management and consultation

• Pre-operational Inspections: on the telehandler and each type of attachment being conducted

• Operate: shifting loads and travelling through obstacles

• Conclude Operations: Parking, securing the equipment and following site specific procedures