Nationally Recognised unit of competency
RIIHAN309F Conduct Telescopic Materials Handler Operations (forks, bucket, jib under 3 tonne)
Topics include
- Plan and prepare for telescopic materials handler operations
- Operate telescopic materials handler in line with established requirements
- Attach, secure, lift, carry and place materials to complete work activity
- Select, remove, fit and use attachments for a telescopic materials handler
- Relocate the telescopic materials handler
- Conduct housekeeping activities
Duration and Schedule
- Course length: 1 day (may vary depending on existing experience, competency and class size)
- Class size: Small groups for personalised training
Licencing Requirements in Tasmania
Prerequisites
- 18 years of age or older
- Basic language, literacy and numeracy skills
- Valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) – create or find your USI
- Proof of identity and Tasmanian residential address (e.g. driver’s licence, utility bill, car registration)
- It is recommended you hold a current Forklift HRWL
Licence Cost
- Hobart: $600 per person (GST exempt)
- Launceston: $650 per person (GST exempt)
Group booking rates and discounts are available – please contact us for pricing. Eligible learners may access partial Keystone funding.
Recognised Qualification & Licensing Pathways
Location and Facilities
- Delivery: Available in Hobart, Launceston and Devonport, or onsite statewide at your workplace.
- Use of High Risk Work Solutions supplied equipment
- All course notes and assessment materials
- Facilities include tea, coffee, biscuits and access to local food outlets.
- Participants are welcome to bring lunch.
PPE required: Safety boots or enclosed shoes, long pants, and a hi‑vis short or long‑sleeve shirt.
Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
High Risk Work Solutions delivers this course as All High Risk Training Pty Ltd trading as All Onsite Training and Assessment RTO 91463, ensuring compliance with the Standards for RTOs. A Statement of Attainment is issued by All High Risk Training Pty Ltd when an individual successfully completes one or more accredited units within this course.
Why Choose High Risk Work Solutions?
- Specialist trainers with real industry experience
- Small class sizes – more practice time on the equipment
- Training available onsite statewide or at our facilities in Hobart, Launceston, or Devonport
- Practical, hands‑on learning
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct telescopic materials handler operations.
This unit applies to those working in site-based roles.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors, and must be sourced from state jurisdictions prior to applying this unit.







