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NPORS N138 - Telehandler Suspended Loads

NPORS-N138

NPORS
If the candidate doesn’t hold a Telescopic Handler NPORS card then the duration of the novice course is 5 days. If the candidate holds a current telehandler card then the novice course is 2 days. We can also deliver this as a refresher course or experienced worker tests.
4 places max
This course is ideal for
Potential and existing operators who have received no formal instruction, and those requiring refresher training.

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Course Aims

The aim of the Telescopic Handler Suspended Loads course is to provide candidates with the basic knowledge and practical skills involved in operating a telehandler with suspended loads to the NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) standard.

 

Course Content

  • Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator
  • Be able to conform to manufacturers requirements as per technical data, conform to relevant regulations and legislation
  • Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
  • Be able to locate and identify the steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions
  • Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with the manufactures and legislative requirements
  • Safely mount and dismount the machine
  • Start and stop the engine safely move the machine off and stop it safely
  • Configure the machine for travel and manoeuvre it safely laden and unladen, over varying terrain, rough ground, inclines, in open and confined areas
  • Conduct all safety checks at the work area
  • Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and correctly configure in readiness to carry out lifting and load handling tasks
  • Be able to locate, identify and explain safe working loads, lifting capacity chart and explain how the manufacturer may reduce the lifting capacity when moving a suspended load, different lifting configurations and working ranges
  • Identify and explain different lifting procedures, explain what task could fall into each category
  • Identify and explain centres of gravity and calculate estimated weights of loads
  • Identify any overhead / proximity hazards
  • Be able to agree the signal codes / hand signals, direction of movement, safe working and safe landing placement zone with the slinger / signaller

Qualifications Obtained

Candidates will gain either a 5-year NPORS Traditional Operator card or a 2-year NPORS CSCS Trained Operator Card.

Entry Requirements

Candidates must have passed the CITB Health Safety & Environmental test (within the last 24 months) to gain the NPORS CSCS Trained Operator card. This is not required for a Traditional card, although can be added to the card if requested.

Additional Information

This course can be delivered onsite providing the onsite requirements are met.