Unfortunately we do not cater to individuals and those without equipment available. We only train groups at work sites using their own equipment.
The Gold Card is issued by the Telescopic Handlers Association of Australia. A forklift licence does not cover the use of a telehandler.
Attachments include:
- Forks
- Jib or hook (Telehandlers with jib capable of lifting more than 3t or that can slew will require a crane High Risk Work Licence)
- Bucket
- Work Platform (boom length less than 11m)
Gold Cards can only be is issued for the attachments used. All required attachments must be available on the day of training.
Training in Sydney, all areas of NSW, Canberra, ACT & other States including Queensland & Victoria
Course Covers:
- Planning and preparing for operations
- Hazard identification and risk control
- Conducting equipment checks
- Safe set up and use including attachments and stabilisers
- Selecting, fitting and removing attachments.
- Interpret load charts to ensure safe load shifting
- Safe load movement
- Fault reporting procedures
- Shut down and securing of plant
- Assessment in theory knowledge
- Assessment in practical knowledge
Schedule
6– 8 hours depending on numbers and experience of operators.
Prices
- Cost depends on classes required, location and number of trainees
- A tailored quote will be given
Gold Card Training Pricing from:
- $400 per person (minimum charge of 2)
- $350 per person for 3
- $300 per person for 4
- $270 per person for 5-6 (maximum of 6 per day)
Course Requirements:
- Participants provide one form of photo ID
- All participants must be able to understand English
- Suitable equipment in serviceable condition
- Suitable training area for theory and practical training on the equipment
Telehandler Gold Card is not a High Risk Work License. The Gold Card cover does not cover:
- A work platform is attached to a telehandler with a reach over 11 metres
- A jib or hook attached to a telehandler with a capacity over 3 tonne. See attached link “Licensing & Training Requirements”
The Telescopic Handler Association of Australia Gold Card is recognised by all major manufacturers & suppliers. It:
- Confirms that the operators of Telehandlers have been trained in their safe use.
- The supplier, employer and user all have documentary evidence that the required duty of care has been met or exceeded.
A forklift licence do not cover the use of a telehandler due to their different operating capabilities, limitations and characteristics. Call us for licensing details.
You might find the answers to any questions you have on the Frequently Asked Questions Page Telescopic Handler
Refresher training is also available. For more information click here Refresher Training
Verification of Competency (VOC) is also available for this. For more information click here Verification of Competency (VOC)
To find out more please call 0410 019 149.
