Course duration dependent upon experience. Following completion of the course you will undertake an assessment and a certificate will be issued upon successful completion.
This course will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to operate the machine safely, protecting both you and those around you. This training course has been developed to help you understand how to operate a rough terrain telescopic lift truck (or telehandler) safely. The amount of instruction will depend largely upon your previous experience and sessions will be adapted to meet your needs. The training course will consist of theory and practical sessions, followed by both a theory and practical assessments. Course sessions include: Lift Truck Safety and the law, common areas of maintenance and pre-start checks, start, stop and basic manoeuvring, operating with pallets and loads, bulk and difficult loads. If successful in meeting the required standards assessed, you will be awarded a certificate of competence and a Lantra skills ID card for your chosen certificate option.
Please note that the outline, duration and image for each course are a guide only. Please contact the training provider for more information.
From 1st September 2023, all applicants must complete the following mandatory e-learning module before applying for funding – Mandatory Unit: Health and Safety – Risk Management in Forestry and Farming
The following Training Providers are available to deliver this course: