RIIHAN309F – Conduct Telescopic Materials Handler Operations

This practical training program is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to safely and efficiently operate a telescopic materials handler (telehandler) in civil construction, mining, agriculture, warehousing and industrial environments. The course focuses on correct operating techniques, safe load handling practices, and machine care to maximise productivity while reducing equipment damage, load handling risks and workplace incidents.

Aligned with the requirements of the nationally recognised unit RIIHAN309F – Conduct Telescopic Materials Handler Operations, participants will develop competency in machine inspections, safe operating procedures, load management, attachment use, hazard identification, routine maintenance, and Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements.

Course Content

Participants will receive training in:

• Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements
• Telescopic materials handler terminology and machine familiarisation
• Operator responsibilities
• Machine components and control functions
• Pre-start inspections and routine maintenance
• Start-up and shut-down procedures
• Safe operating techniques
• Load charts, capacity limits and stability principles
• Fork operations and load handling procedures
• Attachment selection and safe changeover procedures
• Raising, lowering, extending and retracting loads
• Travelling with loads safely
• Operating on slopes and uneven terrain
• Positioning and placing materials safely
• Hazard identification and risk management
• Parking, shutdown and isolation procedures

Training includes both theoretical knowledge and practical hands-on operation, with assessment conducted in accordance with industry standards.

Course Duration

1-Day Experienced Operator Assessment & Training (1:1)

• Suitable for experienced operators who can demonstrate existing machine operating skills.

Nationally Recognised Unit

Successful participants will be assessed against the following unit of competency:

• RIIHAN309F – Conduct Telescopic Materials Handler Operations

Once the student is deemed competent, they will be issued with a Statement of Attainment from Central Safety Training & Assessing Services Pty ltd t/a All States Training RTO 32577

Student tuition fees are indicative only and may vary depending on individual enrolment requirements, location, equipment availability, and client-specific delivery arrangements.