NZQA 23637 - Operate a Telehandler

To hold a current driver's license appropriate to the weight range of the Telehandler Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) driven, including a current license endorsement for on-road use (i.e. an F or W Endorsement will be required, dependent on the attachments used on the Telehandler).

• W Endorsement required if attachments are Hooks, Buckets, Jibs
• F Endorsement required if attachments are forks, man-cages
• 60 HRS of practical as confirmation of competency

If the operation of the Telehandler is not on a public road, you do not need any endorsement on your driver's license.

Key Learner Objectives:

• Hazard controls are described in accordance with company requirements
• Telehandler and attachments are checked and prepared before use
• Operate a telehandler; and
• Carry out post-operational procedures
• Describe the operation of telehandlers
• Prepare for telehandler operations
• Operate a telehandler on a worksite
• Complete post-operational procedures for a telehandler

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