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Do you need a licence to operate a telehandler?

Industry Accreditation, Plant Machinery, TelehandlerSeptember 26, 20255KViews 0Likes 0Comments

A telehandler (also known as a telescopic handler) is a powerful machine commonly used in construction or agriculture. It is similar to a forklift but has a telescopic boom that can extend. It’s often fitted with different attachments and works better on uneven ground. Because of its size and potential risk, operating a telehandler requires…

How long does a forklift licence last?

Forklift Training, Industrial, Plant MachinerySeptember 24, 20254KViews 0Likes 0Comments

If you work with forklifts (in warehousing, construction, etc.), you may wonder how long your “forklift licence” is valid, whether it must be renewed, and what costs are involved. SB Skills Solutions explains these matters clearly below. Summary Table: TopicSummaryFormal licence expirationThere is no expiry date on forklift certificationLegal requirement to renewNone (certification does…

What is a Telehandler and What are They Used For?

Construction, Plant Machinery, TelehandlerApril 17, 20254KViews 1Like 0Comments

The telehandler is a highly versatile piece of equipment, also known as a telescopic handler. It is a telescopic forklift that can lift loads and extend or retract its telescopic arms to adjust its maximum reach and lift height. Telehandlers are also called a lull, teleporter, reach forklift, or zoom boom, and they are widely…

How to become a Plant Operator

Plant Machinery, Plant OperatorSeptember 19, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Keen to explore all your career options – including a position as a plant operator? Luckily, the team of expert tutors at SB Skills Solutions have helped countless companies upskill their employees as well as numerous individuals obtain essential qualifications to achieve their dream job in the construction industry and further afield. From the average…

Is forklift training a legal requirement?

Forklift Training, Industrial, Plant MachineryMay 18, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Exploring your career and education options? If the construction and warehousing industry is calling your name, it’s important to know the legal requirements of your preferred position. Below, we take a look at the various forklift truck training legal requirements that you’ll need to abide by if you want to pursue a career as a…

What does VNA stand for in the forklift industry?

Forklift Training, Industrial, Plant MachineryMarch 21, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

If you’re in the construction or warehousing industry, then you’re likely to have come across a VNA (Very Narrow Aisle) truck at some point in your professional career. To learn more about this essential forklift vehicle, its various uses, and the degree of training required to drive one, from the expert team at SB Skills…

How to become forklift certified

Forklift Training, Industrial, Plant MachineryMarch 1, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

If you want to enter the construction or warehousing industry, then becoming forklift certified is likely to be high on a to-do list. Providing an individual with the skills required to safely operate a forklift truck, forklift certification is an essential qualification for anyone wanting to land a material handling equipment (MHE) role or forklift…

Is a counterbalance truck the same as a forklift?

Forklift Training, Industrial, Plant MachineryJanuary 25, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Have you been wondering whether a forklift is a counterbalance truck? Below, we take a closer look at what makes a forklift a counterbalance truck to help you decide whether this type of versatile and long-lasting forklift is right for your business and its specific storage and transportation requirements. From counterbalance lift truck training to…

What are the different forklift types and their uses?

Forklift Training, Industrial, Plant MachineryJanuary 18, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

If you’re eager to begin a career as a forklift operator and you’d like to find out more about the types of forklifts and what they’re used for, then you’ve come to the right place. At SB Skills Solutions, we have years of invaluable experience working with qualified instructors in the construction and warehousing industry,…

How to get a telehandler operator job

Construction, Plant Machinery, TelehandlerJuly 1, 20223KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Working as a telehandler operator is a varied, practical, hands-on job that only requires a short training period and is rewarded with a good salary. According to Talent.com, the average wage for a telehandler operator in the UK is £31,200 p/a (or £16 p/h). Entry-level positions start at around £28,000 p/a, while experienced telehandler operators…

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Popular telehandler types and their benefits

Course Training, Plant MachineryJune 29, 20223KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Telescopic handlers are versatile lifting machines that come in different shapes and sizes. When choosing the right type of telehandler for the job there are several factors you should take into consideration, including: How high the telehandler needs to reach. How much the load weighs. How much space there will be to manoeuvre the machine.…

How to operate a JCB telescopic handler

Course Training, Plant MachineryJune 28, 20223KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Before operating a telehandler, you will need to have received telescopic handler training in how to operate one safely. Telescopic handlers, or telehandlers for short, are versatile pieces of equipment used in a variety of industries to lift and move heavy loads easily. Getting to grips with how to operate a telescopic handler is not…

How to Operate a Tracked 360° Excavator

Course Training, Plant MachineryFebruary 11, 20223KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The 360 Excavator is a key piece of machinery on most construction sites and particularly on groundwork sites. A 360 Excavator can be a dangerous tool when used incorrectly but can be used with great safety when an operator has been trained well and follows all safety precautions. Learning the controls to move the digger…

Pre-Start Checks for 360 Excavator

Course Training, Plant MachineryFebruary 10, 20223KViews 0Likes 0Comments

When operating a 360 excavator, safety is of prime importance. For this reason, comprehensive pre-start checks are a must before utilising any piece of equipment. Our Excavator Training courses provide you with the relevant knowledge required to safely operate these machines. This includes teaching you the relevant pre-start checks for the excavator. Why Excavator Pre-Start…

Guide to Telescopic Handler Training

Course Training, Plant MachineryAugust 4, 20203KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The telescopic handler training course is aimed at providing operators with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to safely operate Telescopic Handlers or Telehandlers on construction sites. The telescopic handler forklifts are widely-used within the construction, agriculture and warehousing industry. The primary use of telehandlers is for lifting pallet boards, and they can move heavy…