Safe Operation of a Telehandler Lift Truck Train the Trainer

Telehandlers are a Class VII Rough Terrain Forklift typically used in construction environments. Competent instruction is a key component to achieving a desired result of zero incidents with this type of mobile equipment.

Current standards require that any individual teaching the course is familiar with lift truck applications, limitations and restrictions. Our program will teach participants how to facilitate their own class on how to recognize and control hazards associated with the equipment and the environment in which they are operated in as well as the safe operating principles and procedures of the equipment.

Our Safe Operation of a Telehandler program is designed in accordance with CSA B335-04 Safety Standard for Lift Trucks.

Instructors must also be competent operators. In order to receive a Certificate of Competency, the participant must achieve a passing grade on the written in-class test and the practical skills evaluation.

The practical skills evaluation is to be performed at the workers place of employment.

The course is broken down into the following content modules:

• Hazard Identification
• Competency and General Responsibilities
• Stability Principles
• Pre-Operational Checks
• Safe Operating Procedures
• Fuel Sources
• Question and Answer

Course Material:

Record of attendance, wallet card and wall certificate, 1 Trainer Manual, 1 Training DVD, 1 CD-ROM containing containing read only files for the powerpoint presentation, test and answers.  Sample certificates along with a course materials order form are also included.

Legislative Reference:

Occupational Health and Safety Act s 25. (2)(a)

Ont. Reg. 851 – Industrial Establishments s. 51. (2)

Ont. Reg. 213/91 Construction Projects s. 96. (1)

Excerpt as been taken from the Regulation for Industrial Establishments

51.(2)A lifting device shall be operated,

(a) only by

(i) a competent person; or

(ii) a worker being instructed who is accompanied by a competent person

Duration:8hrs

Train the Trainer Day must be taken prior to attending this course