Entry requirements
There are no formal prerequisites for this unit. Forky Stick Training and Safety Consultants conducts a pre-enrolment suitability review to ensure this course is appropriate for each learner prior to commencement.
Overview
AHCMOM303 Operate a telehandler covers the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a telehandler across a range of agricultural and land management settings. The unit applies to individuals who operate telehandlers to undertake routine work, covering planning and preparation, pre-operational checks, safe load handling using various attachments, routine maintenance and correct shut down procedures.
This unit is suited to farm workers, station hands and agricultural operators who use telehandlers as part of their regular duties. Delivered via blended learning, combining face-to-face practical sessions with online distance components, participants build the practical skills required to operate safely and in line with relevant workplace procedures and regulatory requirements.
On successful completion, participants receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for AHCMOM303 Operate a telehandler from Forky Stick Training and Safety Consultants (RTO #45802).
Licensing and regulatory information: No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Employer and site-specific competency requirements may apply. Confirm requirements with your workplace or the relevant authority before enrolling.
Who This Course Is For
- Farm workers operating telehandlers for loading, transporting and placing materials
- Agricultural workers using telehandlers with various attachments on site
- Station hands and rural property workers requiring competency in telehandler operation
- Workers seeking a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment in AHCMOM303 Operate a telehandler
What You’ll Learn
- Apply workplace health and safety requirements including fitting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Recognise and report workplace health and safety hazards and risks associated with operating telehandlers and using attachments
- Implement safe working practices to minimise risks when using telehandlers and fitting and using attachments
- Carry out telehandler pre-operational checks and maintenance, including tagging defects if required
- Select and safely attach, remove, test and operate attachments according to design limits, manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
- Carry out telehandler pre-start, start-up and shutdown procedures
- Drive and operate a telehandler safely, including modifying operating technique to meet changing work conditions
- Operate a telehandler on an incline and off-road surface
- Maintain communications during telehandler operations using hand, audible or radio communication equipment
- Respond to telehandler alarms and indicators, and record and report malfunctions, faults, irregular performance or damage
- Prepare the telehandler for transportation
- Park and secure the telehandler in a suitable location after use
- Record telehandler and equipment use
Units of Competency
AHCMOM303 Operate a telehandler
Delivery and requirements
- Unit
- AHCMOM303 Operate a telehandler
- Class size
- Maximum of 6 students per practical class
- Delivery
- Blended: online learning with face-to-face training and assessment
- Duration
- 1 day
- Time to complete
- Up to 12 months from commencement
- Prerequisites
- There are no formal prerequisites for this unit. Forky Stick Training and Safety Consultants conducts a pre-enrolment suitability review to ensure this course is appropriate for each learner prior to commencement.
- Assessment
- Assessment includes an online theory component covering operational procedures, load chart interpretation, hazard management and workplace requirements, plus a practical demonstration of safe telehandler operation including pre-operational checks, load handling and shut down. All tasks must be completed to a competent standard.
- Fee
- $750. Reassessment, extension and refund terms are set out in our Fee Administration and Refund Policy (PDF, opens in a new tab).
- Outcome
- Statement of Attainment for AHCMOM303 Operate a telehandler.
- Support and entry needs
- All learners complete a language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) assessment before enrolment. If you need learning, language, literacy, digital or other support, contact us before you book on 07 4922 1060. See our Access and Equity Policy (Word document). Three forms of identification are required at enrolment. Learners must wear appropriate PPE for all face-to-face practical training. Gloves, safety glasses, hard hat, high visibility vest, drinking water, sunscreen and ear plugs are provided by Forky Stick Training at all training locations. Students must provide their own steel-capped safety boots.
Dates and booking
Run on demand
This course is scheduled to suit demand. Ring us or send a question and we'll book you or your crew in.
