CPCS A17 Telescopic Handler (Novice) Course in Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire (Classroom)

About the CPCS A17 Telescopic Handler Course in Kirkby in Ashfield

This CPCS Telescopic Handler course is for people with limited or no experience who want to learn to operate a telescopic handler. On passing the technical tests, you can apply for the CPCS trained operator card (red card). Experienced operators who need a formal qualification can do the 3-day CPCS Telescopic Handler course.

Course Content

• Operate the machine for all normal tasks
• Decide whether a particular load is safe to lift
• Carry out routine servicing procedures and maintenance as necessary, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
• Know how the machine works and the maintenance requirements involved
• Understand the effect of load, size, weight, gradients, and ground conditions upon machine stability
• Know how to load, store and transport representative materials
• Understand the basic construction of pallets.

Teaching and Assessment

• 4 days learning through a mix of classroom-based teaching and practical exercises
• 1 day assessment – CPCS technical test

Qualification

CPCS Trained Operator Card (red card) on passing the CPCS technical tests

Delivery Method

This course is delivered at a venue in Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 8GJ

Who Should Attend?

This CPCS telescopic forklift training course is aimed at people who require a formal
qualification for operating a telescopic handler.
We will conduct a learner analysis to identify the duration of telehandler training required
for those with limited or no experience, whereas experienced operators can attend a two-
day experienced worker course.

Endorsements

A: Industrial Telescopic
B: Up to 9 metres
C: All sizes ex. 360° slew
D: Superseded by A77
E: Suspended load (non-rough terrain)

Course Information

CPCS Telescopic Handler (A17) Course Content

• Operate the machine for all normal tasks
  
• Decide whether a particular load is safe to lift
  
• Carry out routine servicing procedures and maintenance as necessary, in accordance
  with the manufacturer’s instructions
• Know how the machine works and the maintenance requirements involved
  
• Understand the effect of load, size, weight, gradients, and ground conditions upon
  machine stability
  
• Know how to load, store and transport representative materials
  
• Understand the basic construction of pallets

Assessment

Mixture of classroom-based teaching and practical exercises followed by one day
assessment - CPCS technical tests.

Accreditation

CPCS

Course Duration

2-4 Days depending on experience

Certification

Learners will receive a Red CPCS Trained Operator Card on passing the CPCS technical tests,
valid for two years.

CPCS Blue Card - After gaining on-site experience, you must complete an NVQ level 2 within
two years to apply for the blue CPCS Competence Card which is renewable every five years.

Certificate Valid For

2 years

Entry Requirements

Learners must have passed the Operatives Health, Safety and Environment Test within the
last 2 years, prior to course start date.
Good understanding of spoken and written English

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