Rough Terrain Lift Truck and Telescopic Handlers Course

Course Introduction

This course is designed for participants to understand the engineering principles and safe operational practices of rough terrain lift trucks and telescopic handlers.

Course Aims

To enable participants to acquire the skills and knowledge required to operate lift trucks safely and efficiently and to take both theoretical and practical tests. The practical test will be either the NPORS test or an appropriate test devised to incorporate the operational use of the lift truck within the trainee’s working environment. The practical test will be decided upon prior to the commencement of the course, depending on a site survey or information provided by the company requesting training.

Course Content

Forklift Training Courses - Rough Terrain & Telescopic Handler - Course Content

  • Introduction

  • Introduction to the Fork Truck, Controls, and Instruments

  • Steering

  • Hydraulic System

  • Pre-Shift Inspection

  • Refuelling Procedures

  • Weight Assessment

  • Handling Unladed and Laden Pallets

  • Driving On and Off Ramps

  • Vehicle Loading and Unloading

  • Fork Truck Stability

  • Operator Safety Code

  • Testing

  • Course Closure

When subjects may not be covered practicably, they will either be simulated or covered orally followed by an appropriate theoretical test.

Course Duration

The course duration for novice and existing operators will depend on the course participants. Options include:

Forklift Training Courses - Rough Terrain & Telescopic Handler - Course Duration

  • 3-to-5-Day Course for Novice Trainees

  • 2-to-3-Day Course for Existing Operators

  • 1-Day Refresher Course for 3 Certificated Operators (Proof of Experience Must Be Provided)

  • 2-Day Conversion Training for 3 Certificated Operators (Proof of Experience Must Be Provided)

Using Telescopic Handlers and Lift Trucks

Our training services cover rough terrain lift trucks and telescopic handlers.