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Details proficiency training driver fixed telehandler

What is a fixed telehandler:

A fixed telehandler has a non-rotating telescopic mast and is used where the load must be dropped off at a certain height without being able to stand just below the drop-off point. For example, delivering pallets of roof tiles to construction sites.

Content:

This training includes 4 to 6 hours of theory in group and 10 to 12 hours of practice.

Theory:

  • Legislation
  • Basic legislative knowledge.
  • Risks and accidents
  • Be able to identify, analyze and control risks specific to equipment and space.
  • Safety regulations
  • Telehandler in good condition, adhere to safety rules, drive only on floor surfaces with sufficient load capacity, take only loads that can be handled according to the load diagram.
  • Construction of telehandlers
  • Know concepts related to the construction of the fixed telehandler: chassis, driver’s cab, lifting arm, attachments, support legs, boarding plate, outriggers, tires, hydraulic system, cylinders, telescope, operating instruments, driving modes, diesel combustion engine, safety devices…
  • Working with the fixed telehandler
  • Know the elements that make up the initial check: hand brake, foot brake, steering, hydraulic system testing + electrical wiring, sound horn check, visual tire check, check fluid levels, check forks or attachments, operation of control instruments + safety (seat belt, deadman’s button, emergency stop) ….
  • Know what factors affect the load and stability of the fixed telehandler.
  • Understand and be able to use load and load moment diagrams and the load moment limiter.
    Take into account forward and side tipping hazards and range.
  • Parking.

Practice:

  • Application of safety and traffic rules: defensive driving, interaction with people and other drivers.
  • Be able to perform daily inspection of telehandler correctly, recognize dangerous defects and report them.
  • Apply correct mounting and dismounting techniques and safely park the telehandler.
  • Be able to use the controls correctly.
  • Applying safety hints combustion engine in practice.
  • Adopting a good driving technique: forward, backward.
  • Technical operation
  • Be able to perform the following maneuvers: turning and cornering forward and backward, passing in very narrow passages, turning in and out of paths.
    Driving in different driving modes.
  • Be able to estimate distances, depth and height.
  • Applying order and cleanliness
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