RII Competency Courses

About this course

This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct telescopic materials handler operations in the Resources and Infrastructure and Industries, Civil Infrastructure and is appropriate for those working in operational roles. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors.

The following topics are covered within the Conduct Telescopic materials handler course:

• Licencing and training requirements
• Planning and preparing for operations
• Conducting pre-operational checks
• Operating the telehandler
• Attaching, securing, lifting, carrying and placing materials and loads
• Selecting, fitting and moving attachments, and
• Shutting down and securing the telescopic handler and worksite

For further information on this course, please follow the link to the National Register for VET

Training requirements

The following are required to commence enrolment:

•  Photo identification
•  USI number (Click here to obtain a USI number)
•  Be able to read and write in plain English

The following is required on the day of training and assessment:

• Steel capped/composite boots
• Long-sleeved, high visibility shirt (high visibility vests available for loan)
• Long pants
• Hard hat (some are available for loan)

Momentum High Risk Training will provide all training materials and stationery.

• You’re welcome to bring your own lunch as fridges and crib rooms are available for use; or
• Various lunch options are available close by at the Mackay Harbour

Course outcomes

You will receive a Statement of Attainment in RIIHAN309F Conduct Telescopic materials handling operations issued from Halo Nation Training (RTO No. 32485) once you have been deemed competent.

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• Perform Dogging RII Course
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