Course Overview
This one day Telehandler Course is perfect for anyone who needs to be certified to operate telehandlers with a lifting capacity of 3 tonnes or less.
Telehandlers which can lift over 3 tonnes require a Non-Slewing Tehehandler High Risk Work Licence – this course does not result in the issuance of a High Risk Work Licence for Over 3 tonne telehandlers.
Remember, even when a licence isn’t required for a given machine type, employers must provide adequate levels of information, instruction, training and supervision so as to meet their legislative obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic.).
What Unit of Competency is covered during the Telehandler Course?
Our Telehandler Course covers the following Unit of Competency:
Who can enrol into our Telehandler Course?
To be eligible to enrol into our Telehandler Course, you must:
- Be a minimum 18 years of age
- Have a valid USI (you can create one for free or look yours up at www.usi.gov.au)
Experience working around mobile plant is preferred, but not essential.
It’s important that you’re able to speak English clearly and be able to understand and complete worksite documentation relevant to telehandler operation.
Telehandler Course Registration
To register for the Telehandler Course, simply follow these steps:
Step 1
Choose your preferred course date.
Step 2
Fill in your details and complete the payment process.
Step 3
Check your inbox for your booking confirmation email.
Course Dates
There’s plenty of flexibility when it comes to booking a course with WAM Training. Choose from one of the options below, or enquire about having a private course conducted on your site. And don’t forget – Credit Account Holders can use their promo codes to save 10% when booking online!
The Telehandler Courses listed below are delivered at 56 Dohertys Road, Laverton North, VIC 3026.
Upcoming Workshops
Course Dates | Time | Available Spaces | Cost | Individual Bookings | Business Bookings |
7 April 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 1 | $460.00 | ||
10 April 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 5 | $460.00 | ||
22 April 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
29 April 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 3 | $460.00 | ||
1 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 5 | $460.00 | ||
5 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
8 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
13 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
15 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
19 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
21 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
22 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
29 May 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
2 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
5 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
10 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
12 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
16 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
19 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
24 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
26 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 | ||
30 June 2025 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 6 | $460.00 |
Course Details
What subjects are covered in our Telehandler Course?
Our Telehandler Course covers essential topics such as:
- Hazard identification and control
- Telehandler safety checks
- Understanding telehandler load charts
- Telehandler operating techniques
- Telehandler attachments
Keep reading to find out more!
Telehandler Course structure
Over the course of the day, WAM’s trainers will teach you the underpinning knowledge that you need to hold before spending the afternoon covering telehandler safety checks and operation to shift loads in a realistic training environment.
Language, literacy and numeracy requirements
Trainees need to be able to speak English clearly, understand and complete worksite documentation, and explain and describe issues relating to working with telehandlers.
Our expert Trainers will guide and support you through the learning process, but it’s important to understand that the formal assessments are closed-book.
If you’re not sure if our Telehandler Course is suitable for you, please contact us here or by calling 1800 143 343.
Is additional support available?
WAM Training has the following support services available:
- A team of Training Support Officers to help you navigate your enrolment application and educational journey
- Direct access to our Training Manager, who can work with you to schedule further training
- Additional classroom-based training sessions at no additional cost
- Capacity to provide one-on-one training (additional fees may apply)
- Disabled toilet and parking on site
In the event that you need additional language, literacy and numeracy support, we can provide referrals to both informal and formal courses to help you to get to a level suitable for enrolment into our Telehandler Course.
If you feel as though you may need additional support, please contact us here or call 1800 143 343.
How many other Trainees might be at my Telehandler Course?
WAM Training’s Telehandler Course has a maximum group size of 6. We are passionate about keeping our class sizes small so that you and your team receive the dedicated attention required for a successful outcome.
Telehandler Course locations
We run our Telehandler Course regularly at our Laverton North Training Facility (56 Dohertys Road, Laverton North). Additionally, we can deliver this course for your team privately at your site (Just head on over and complete our Onsite Course Enquiry Form).
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you’re going to be operating telehandlers which can lift over 3 tonnes, WAM Training’s Telehandler Course isn’t suitable. WorkSafe Victoria states that those machines require the operator to hold a Non-Slewing Tehehandler High Risk Work Licence.
Our Telehandler Course fee is $460 (GST Exempt) per person.
Upon successful completion of our Telehandler Course, Trainees will be issued with a Proof of Training Card as well as a Statement of Attainment validating their skills and knowledge.
WAM Training’s Telehandler Course takes one day, from 7:45am to 4:00pm. As soon as you make your booking, you’ll receive our Telehandler Course Handbook which we recommend you study before attending.
More often than not, when someone fails WAM Training’s Telehandler Course, it’s due to not paying attention. Our highly experienced Trainers have worked with hundreds of Trainees to help them become competent telehandler operators. But at the end of the day, it’s up to you to pay attention and participate during your Telehandler Course.
If you complete your Telehandler Course at WAM Training, you’ll be trained in the use of a jib attachment and a fork attachment.
If you’re completing the Telehandler Course privately at your site with your equipment, it will depend on what attachments are made available by your employer on the day of your course.