ROTO/ 360 Telescopic handler training (November 2023) CPCS
2023-11-27 08:00 - 2023-12-01 17:00 (Europe/London) | ACOP Group Limited, Capel Quarry, Gorslas,, Llanelli, SA14 7NH
A 5 day CPCS telescopic handler course.
Spaces are limited to 2 delegates per course.
This course covers the basics in 360 telehandler operation and maintenance, with a CPCS technical test (A77) on the final day.
In addition to the 360 telehandler category, successful learners will also gain the A17C (telescopic handler) and A17E (suspended loads) endorsements.
This is shortened course is aimed at experienced telehandler ops. Please contact the office for profiling prior to booking.
360 Telescopic Handler training course content
Outcomes
Through a combination of targeted training and experience, an individual with the 360 telescopic handler will be able to:

Roles and responsibilities

Describe the nature of the sector of industry and their role and responsibilities as a plant operator

Preparing for work

Name and explain the purpose of principal components, the basic construction, controls and terminology
Conform with manufacturer’s requirements as per the operator’s handbook, other types of information source and relevant regulations and legislation
Undertake all pre-use checks
Explain the need and function of appropriate documentation

Travelling and manoeuvring

Configure and ready for travel (site and highway)
Travel over level surfaces with and without loads and, where applicable, on rough, undulating ground and inclines. (excluding suspended loads)
Manoeuvre in confined spaces with and without loads (including suspended loads for endorsement E)
Follow given signals and instructions when travelling and manoeuvring with and without loads

Setting the telehandler up for work

Configure and set for all lifting, loading and transferring duties
Attach and remove attachments, including forks.
Attach and remove hoist-rope attachments for the movement of suspended loads
Explain actions required for proximity hazards Inc. underground and overhead services
Explain the basic principles of the slinging of loads, types of lifting accessories that can be used and the correct and incorrect methods for attaching suspended loads to the machine
Explain the requirements for ensuring adequate ground support and stability
Explain the causes of instability during blocked, free-on-wheel and pick-and carry duties
Lift and place various suspended and fork-mounted loads from a variety of locations including a vehicle
Lift and place suspended and fork-mounted loads under blocked, free-on- wheels and pick-and-carry duties
Lift, transfer and place fixed-hook suspended loads up to maximum extension, at full working height and using the full slewing capability of the machine
Lift, transfer and place hoist-rope suspended loads up to maximum extension, at full of working height and using the full slewing capability of the machine (Blocked duties)

Working tasks

Lift, transfer and place fork-mounted loads up to maximum extension, at full working height and using the full slewing capability of the machine (Free-on- wheels)
Minimise the swinging of suspended loads during travel
Explain how stability is affected by travelling with a raised/extended boom and/or rotated upper structure with suspended loads and fork-mounted loads (both regular and irregular)
Explain visibility issues and restrictions with suspended and fork-mounted loads
Place suspended loads out of sight of the operator
Maintain safe working situations

Completing work

Maintain safe and tidy working areas

Shutting down

Carry out shut down and securing procedures
Explain the loading and unloading procedures for machine transporting

For your reference you can download the relevant questions for the theory test.
ACOP Group is accredited by both CPCS and NPORS.
