Experienced Worker Test,
upon successful completion the candidate will be able to:
- Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator.
- Be able to conform to manufacturers requirements as per technical data, conform to relevant regulations and legislation.
- Be able to locate, identify and explain Safe Working loads, Lifting capacity chart and explain how the manufacturer may reduce the lifting capacity when moving a suspended load, different lifting configurations and working ranges.
- Identify and explain different lifting procedures, explain what task could fall into each category.
- Identify and explain centres of gravity and calculate estimated weights of loads.
- Identify any overhead / proximity hazards.
- Be able to agree the signal codes / hand signals, direction of movement, safe working and safe landing placement zone with the Slinger / Signaller.
- Ensure Telescopic Handler is in a safe condition and attachments fitted correctly.
- Checked load integrity and security.
- Be able to lift and move a load to a designated position in a safe and controlled manner, ensuring minimum uncontrolled movement.
- Environmental considerations.
- Carry out all out-of service and securing procedures.
Requirements
All candidates must have undertaken a Health and Safety Touch Screen Theory Test within the last 2 years.
On successful completion of the NPORS assessments you will be issued with NPORS certification.
