Telehandler CITP Theory
Four reasons the machine may tip over - Answer-- Too much reach for the load
- Load too heavy
- Not using stabilisers
- Travelling up/down slopes
What is the definition of, or how can a hazard be described - Answer-Threat or risk to
Health
Environment
Life
Property
After placing the load, who is responsible for ensuring it's secure - Answer-The operator of the tele
handler
On stabiliser-equipped machines, what must be checked before the stabilisers are lowered? - Answer-If
there ground is firm enough to support the overall weight
Or, if mats are needed to spread the weight
If the operator has loaded the machine onto a transporter/trailer on behalf of a driver, what checks
must be carried out before they leave the cab? - Answer-- Machine and components in agreed position
, - Hydraulic-operated components grounded and pressure removed
- Cab door and windows shut
What is meant by the lifting or rated capacity of the telehandler? - Answer-Maximum lifting capacity for
a given load centre
Who decides on the lifting/rated capacity? - Answer-The manufacturer
Name 3 purposes of raised lugs on tyres - Answer-To provide traction/grip for moving, steering and
braking in soft mud
What can happen if the lugs are severely worn? - Answer-The traction/grip for all 3 of these is reduced
Four factors to know before picking up a load - Answer-- Load Size
- Weight
- Load Centre
- Travel route condition
- Landing condition
What determines the minimum distance that any part of plant and machinery has to be kept from
overhead electricity lines - Answer-- The voltage of the line
- The type of support (a wooden pole carries less volts than a metal pylon)
Why should a distance be kept between machinery and electric lines - Answer-Electricity can jump
across gaps
Four reasons the machine may tip over - Answer-- Too much reach for the load
- Load too heavy
- Not using stabilisers
- Travelling up/down slopes
What is the definition of, or how can a hazard be described - Answer-Threat or risk to
Health
Environment
Life
Property
After placing the load, who is responsible for ensuring it's secure - Answer-The operator of the tele
handler
On stabiliser-equipped machines, what must be checked before the stabilisers are lowered? - Answer-If
there ground is firm enough to support the overall weight
Or, if mats are needed to spread the weight
If the operator has loaded the machine onto a transporter/trailer on behalf of a driver, what checks
must be carried out before they leave the cab? - Answer-- Machine and components in agreed position
, - Hydraulic-operated components grounded and pressure removed
- Cab door and windows shut
What is meant by the lifting or rated capacity of the telehandler? - Answer-Maximum lifting capacity for
a given load centre
Who decides on the lifting/rated capacity? - Answer-The manufacturer
Name 3 purposes of raised lugs on tyres - Answer-To provide traction/grip for moving, steering and
braking in soft mud
What can happen if the lugs are severely worn? - Answer-The traction/grip for all 3 of these is reduced
Four factors to know before picking up a load - Answer-- Load Size
- Weight
- Load Centre
- Travel route condition
- Landing condition
What determines the minimum distance that any part of plant and machinery has to be kept from
overhead electricity lines - Answer-- The voltage of the line
- The type of support (a wooden pole carries less volts than a metal pylon)
Why should a distance be kept between machinery and electric lines - Answer-Electricity can jump
across gaps
