Telehandler Forklift Training Course

 A powerful lift truck with long reach for rough or varied terrain

The Telehandler, or telescopic handler, combines the lifting capacity of a forklift with the reach of a crane. 

Its telescopic boom allows it to extend forwards and upwards, making it ideal for reaching over obstacles or lifting loads to height.

Ideal for construction sites, agriculture, and uneven ground

Telehandlers are commonly used in the construction and agricultural sectors due to their ability to handle heavy loads across challenging terrain. The boom can be fitted with different attachments like buckets or forks, making it a highly flexible machine for loading, lifting, and placing materials.


This truck’s reach and rugged build allow it to access hard-to-reach areas, particularly on building sites where standard forklifts can’t operate. It's a go-to machine for moving pallets of bricks, timber, or feed across rough or sloped surfaces.

Course Details

Train on your site, with your machine

Our Telehandler Forklift Training Course is delivered on-site, using your own equipment to ensure your team gains hands-on experience in a familiar setting. The course is fully ITSSAR-compliant and tailored to meet the needs of your site.


The session starts with a health and safety briefing and safety video before moving on to practical training, which benefits from having empty pallets available for practice.


We offer four course options depending on experience:

Novice Course – 3 days (for 1 delegate) or 4 days (for 2–5 delegates)


Experienced Operator Course – 2 days

Refresher Course – 1 day

Conversion Course – 2 days


Successful delegates will receive a forklift truck certificate. Wight Training Services will help ensure your operators are confident, compliant, and safe.

What you'll get out of this course

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Hands-on, practical experience

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Improved Safety Awareness

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UK-legal certification upon completion

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Training tailored to your worksite

On-Site Training

Gain practical skills using the equipment and facilities you work with every day.

Qualified

training to national standards

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