Telehandler
Give four reasons that may cause the machine to tip forward. - Answer-Too much reach for the load,
load too heavy, not using stabilisers fitted, travelling up/down slopes etc.
What is the definition off or how can a hazard be described? - Answer-A hazard is a situation where
there is a potential threat or risk to health property or the environment.
After placing a load who is responsible for ensuring the load is safe? - Answer-The telly handler
operator.
On stabiliser equipped machines what must be checked before the stabiliser lowered? - Answer-That
the ground is firm enough to support the overall weight.
If the operator has loaded the machine onto the transporter/trailer on behalf of the driver what checks
must be carried out before they leave the cab? - Answer-The machine and components ie: the boom
and forks are in the agreed position, hydraulic operate components grounded and pressure removed,
the cab door fully shut and windows shut and isolate removed.
What is meant by the lifting capacity of the telly handler and who determines it? - Answer-The
maximum lifting capacity for the given load at that load centre, the manufacturer determines it.
, Name three purposes of raised lugs on tires and what can happen to the telly handler if the lugs are
severely worn - Answer-To provide traction grip for moving, steering and braking ii can have a reduction
of traction steering and braking if they are worn.
Name four factors to consider and know before picking up a load - Answer-Load, size, weight,
condition/stability, load centre, where to be transported, travel route, condition on the landing
condition.
What determines the minimum distances that any part of the plant and machinery has to be kept from
overhead electricity lines and explain why the distance should be kept. - Answer-The voltage of
electricity line (high or low voltage) and type of support example metal support or wooden poles and
high voltage electricity can arc across larger gaps in certain circumstances.
If setting up to lift and move loads in a pedestrianised area, state three factors that need to be taken
into account.? - Answer-Physical segregation of pedestrians from vehicle movement, noise and fumes.
During work, the engine starts to overheat explain the danger if someone tries to remove the radiator or
expansion tank cap? - Answer-The cooling system is normally pressurised to remove the cap can allow
hot water to escape uncontrollably with a potential for causing severe burns.
What would be the effect on a telly handler if one tyre on the front axle is larger or smaller in size than
the other tyre on the same axle, or with one tire has less pressure than the other? - Answer-The
difference in sizes or pressure means that one tyre on the telly handler is not level and can cause
sidewards instability when raising the boom.
What are the three actions or stages that a telly handler operator undertakes during pre-use
inspections? - Answer-Carry out checks according to manufacturers operating manual requirements, as
a minimum records when checks have been performed and report all defects immediately.
An operator has to travel a telly handler on a public highway, for which the road traffic act applies, list
six requirements that must be followed? - Answer-The machine must be taxed insured tyres must be
free from damage and have sufficient tread all fitted lights must work, folks must be removed or loaded
must be carried operator hold a relevant license, beacons must work, correct licence must be held.
Give four reasons that may cause the machine to tip forward. - Answer-Too much reach for the load,
load too heavy, not using stabilisers fitted, travelling up/down slopes etc.
What is the definition off or how can a hazard be described? - Answer-A hazard is a situation where
there is a potential threat or risk to health property or the environment.
After placing a load who is responsible for ensuring the load is safe? - Answer-The telly handler
operator.
On stabiliser equipped machines what must be checked before the stabiliser lowered? - Answer-That
the ground is firm enough to support the overall weight.
If the operator has loaded the machine onto the transporter/trailer on behalf of the driver what checks
must be carried out before they leave the cab? - Answer-The machine and components ie: the boom
and forks are in the agreed position, hydraulic operate components grounded and pressure removed,
the cab door fully shut and windows shut and isolate removed.
What is meant by the lifting capacity of the telly handler and who determines it? - Answer-The
maximum lifting capacity for the given load at that load centre, the manufacturer determines it.
, Name three purposes of raised lugs on tires and what can happen to the telly handler if the lugs are
severely worn - Answer-To provide traction grip for moving, steering and braking ii can have a reduction
of traction steering and braking if they are worn.
Name four factors to consider and know before picking up a load - Answer-Load, size, weight,
condition/stability, load centre, where to be transported, travel route, condition on the landing
condition.
What determines the minimum distances that any part of the plant and machinery has to be kept from
overhead electricity lines and explain why the distance should be kept. - Answer-The voltage of
electricity line (high or low voltage) and type of support example metal support or wooden poles and
high voltage electricity can arc across larger gaps in certain circumstances.
If setting up to lift and move loads in a pedestrianised area, state three factors that need to be taken
into account.? - Answer-Physical segregation of pedestrians from vehicle movement, noise and fumes.
During work, the engine starts to overheat explain the danger if someone tries to remove the radiator or
expansion tank cap? - Answer-The cooling system is normally pressurised to remove the cap can allow
hot water to escape uncontrollably with a potential for causing severe burns.
What would be the effect on a telly handler if one tyre on the front axle is larger or smaller in size than
the other tyre on the same axle, or with one tire has less pressure than the other? - Answer-The
difference in sizes or pressure means that one tyre on the telly handler is not level and can cause
sidewards instability when raising the boom.
What are the three actions or stages that a telly handler operator undertakes during pre-use
inspections? - Answer-Carry out checks according to manufacturers operating manual requirements, as
a minimum records when checks have been performed and report all defects immediately.
An operator has to travel a telly handler on a public highway, for which the road traffic act applies, list
six requirements that must be followed? - Answer-The machine must be taxed insured tyres must be
free from damage and have sufficient tread all fitted lights must work, folks must be removed or loaded
must be carried operator hold a relevant license, beacons must work, correct licence must be held.
