Pre-course Requirements

Delegates must have passed the appropriate HS&E test within the last two years prior to attending this course

Don’t panic, we can help with organising your exam at our test centre in Brownhills. 

Course Overview

The A17 course will give you foundation training and assessment in operating and maintaining telescopic handlers through a combination of classroom based learning and practical instruction

Course Structure

• Operate the machine for all normal tasks
• Decide whether a particular load is safe to lift
• Carry out routine servicing procedures and maintenance as necessary, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
• Know how the machine works and the maintenance requirements involved
• Understand the effect of load, size, weight, gradients and ground conditions upon machine stability
• Know how to load, store and transport representative materials
• Understand the basic construction of pallets

Novice Course Dates

• 16th - 19th September 2024
• 9th - 12th October 2024

*Contact us for Intermediate and Experienced dates. 

Course Cost

• £1,200 + vat

Course Duration

The level of course required will be determined upon application and confirmation of an individual’s experience.

Location

Midland Plant Training and Testing, Brownhills, WS8 7DL

Course Completion

Successful candidates will receive a CPCS Red Trained Operators card which is valid for two years.

Please note – candidates who have held a red trained operator’s card previously must advise upon booking as additional requirements may be requested by CPCS in order to regain this licence type.

Upgrade/Renewing your CPCS red Trained Operators Card

Candidates are required to complete the appropriate competency NVQ prior to your cards expiry in order to upgrade/renew the red trained operator’s licence.

Midland Plant Training can offer this assessment so please speak with our training advisors for any advice you may need.

We recommend you look to upgrade/renew your Trained Operator licence 4 months before your licence is due to expire.