DESCRIPTION
Course Objectives for N138
Telescopic Handler Suspended Loads
➢ 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
➢ Ensure telescopic handler is in a safe condition and attachments fitted correctly
➢ Checked load integrity and security
➢ Be able to lift and move a load to a designated position in a safe and controlled manner, ensuring minimum uncontrolled movement
➢ Environmental considerations
➢ Carry out all out of service and securing procedures
