Course | The College Merthyr

About the Course

Merthyr
01 August 2025
PLA

Course Outline

The Industrial Telescopic Material Handler course will give you the skills to operate the truck safely and efficiently, carry out a pre-use inspection, and recall and explain the causes of truck and load instability.

Entry Requirements

None

What will I learn?

Safe Operation of the Telehandler

Pre-Use Checks and Maintenance

Load Handling and Stability

Technical Knowledge & Site and Road Travel Configuration

Course Assessment

Theory and Practical Assessment

Career Progression

Telehandler Operator on construction sites, warehouses, or industrial yards Plant Operative with lifting and material handling duties Logistics or Yard Assistant supporting site operations

Duration

01 August 2025 - 31 July 2026

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