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TELEHANDLER
Aug 2018
NORTHERN HIRE GROUP PTY LTD
134 Ogilvie Avenue, Echuca 3564
(03) 5482 6262
TELEHANDLER
SAFE OPERATION GUIDELINES
A telehandler is one of the most frequently used and most versatile pieces of equipment on a jobsite.
This machine’s true value is in its multi-purpose capabilities – whether you need to lift, move
and/or place materials, it is an ideal choice because it provides all-around utility to answer more
than one jobsite need.
As you figure out how to do more and more on your jobsites with a telehandler, you should follow
these simple, safe operating tips to help reduce the risk of incidents and also to keep the machine
performing productively day in and day out, from one application to another:
1. Specific telehandler training
It is important to be properly trained, with both general training and hands-on practical training, on
the telehandler you will be using. This includes thoroughly reading the operator’s manual and safety
signs on the machine, as well as understanding the function and location of all safety devices and
controls before beginning operation.
2. Rules and regulations
Read, understand and obey your employer’s safety rules and jobsite regulations, as well as all
applicable local, governmental or provincial regulations that apply to telehandler operation before
operating the machine.
3. Inspection and tests
Perform a pre-operation inspection and function tests on the telehandler before each shift. If there is
anything apparently wrong with the machine or a malfunction is discovered, make sure the machine
is immediately tagged and removed from service until it can be repaired by a qualified service
technician.
4. Workplace hazard assessment
Perform a workplace hazard assessment prior to moving the telehandler to the jobsite. Be aware of
and avoid hazards such as drop-offs and holes, slopes, slippery or unstable surfaces, overhead
obstacles, power lines and any other hazards that may exist and develop a plan to avoid those
hazards through all phases of machine operation.
