Telehandler (Telescopic Handler) training in Derby

About the telehandler (telescopic handler)

A telescopic handler, or telehandler, looks like a small crane with forks. The boom extends and raises so the operator can place a pallet of blocks onto scaffolding or reach across an obstacle. Most have all-wheel drive, selectable steering modes (two-wheel, four-wheel and crab) and stabilisers on larger models.

The load chart is central to telehandler operation. Capacity falls as the boom extends, and the longitudinal load moment indicator (LLMI) warns as the machine approaches its limit. Operators learn to read the chart, retract before raising, and understand how ground conditions, tyre pressures and attachments change what can safely be lifted.

We train on telehandlers with forks as standard; attachments such as buckets, jibs and man-platforms can be included where you have them, with separate certification where required.

What the course covers

• Pre-use inspection including tyres, boom, hydraulics and LLMI
• Steering modes and travelling on rough and sloping ground
• Load charts, boom extension and stability
• Placing loads at height and reach, including onto scaffolds
• Stabilisers, levelling and working near excavations
• Attachments, refuelling and shutdown

On-site, on your truck

We bring an accredited instructor to your premises in Derby or anywhere in Derbyshire. You provide the truck and a safe working area; we provide everything else, including the theory material, test papers and HSE-recognised certificate. Novice, semi-experienced, refresher and conversion packages are all available for this truck.