Operating A Telehandler Safely – [Complete Video Training Kit]

This telehandler safety video is a necessary training course for your employees operating this industrial equipment. The Telehandler is a workhorse on many job sites. It is a powerful machine that can lift heavy loads and move materials at great heights. With a discussion on telehandler inspection, safe load handling, how to prevent accidents and injuries, safe operation, and other important training topics, this telehandler training video will ensure your workplace stays as safe as possible.

Telehandler Safety Training Topics Covered:

• The importance of telehandler operators being aware of their work area as well as any pedestrians or other workers on the job site
• The need for operators to know hand signals so that the telehandler is operated in a safe manner
• What should be included in a pre-shift inspection of the telehandler? (Check the oil, hydraulics, lights, steering wheel, tires, and more)
• How to survey the work area for hazards (potholes, debris, irregular terrain, surface inclines and declines, etc.)
• A deep dive into the center of gravity concept for the telehandler to maintain its safe operation
• Telehandler attachments, including quick-attach coupler usage

This Telehandler Safety Training Course Also Covers:

• Proper fork positioning, load balancing, and the stability triangle
• What are lift charts, and why are they important for any safety training involving telehandlers?
• Why is it always important for the telehandler operator to know an estimate of their load weight?
• How to properly load and unload the telehandler (cradling the load backward during transport, driving rules for ramps and grades, maintaining proper load height during transport, etc.
• How to prevent rollovers and load shifts
• Why it’s important for the operator always to be aware of overhead power lines and electrical sources
• and much more…

If you have a telehandler on your job site, you need to ensure your employees have the safety training they need to operate this machine. Our training focuses on the importance of thorough inspections of the telehandler before the workday starts, load management focusing on preventing tip-overs and load loss, and general safety handling practices. 

Telehandler Training Course Delivery Options:

This safety training course is available on a DVD in English or Spanish. The runtime for this training video is 13 minutes, and it can be used for both first-time and refresher training for your operators. This practical training course can help you fulfill your training requirements for this machine.

This Complete Telehandler Safety Training Course Includes These Items:

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