Novice training
Start with the fundamentals, instructor demonstrations and supervised practice before assessment. Tell us if you have never used this machine or carried out this role.
BLACKWATER PLANT TRAINING
Telehandler training in Coalburn & across Scotland
Practical telehandler training for new operators, experienced operators and employers arranging training for their team. Tell us your starting point and we will confirm a suitable NPORS training and assessment route.
Our training centre is at Thorniehall Farm in Coalburn. We have five instructors in South Lanarkshire, Ayr and across the Highlands, delivering training across the UK.
Course duration
Our usual novice programme is 5 days. This is a planning guide; we confirm the schedule for your experience, group size and equipment before you book.
Experienced operator assessment and refresher durations are agreed after a skills discussion. A shorter assessment route is only appropriate where you already have the relevant operating experience.
Choose your route
Experienced operators
Discuss your existing skills and any current cards. We will confirm whether assessment is suitable or whether further training is needed first.
Refresher training
Revisit safe working practices and address gaps in your skills. Bring details of your current certification and the tasks you carry out.
What you will cover
- Pre-use checks, controls and safe travel
- Stability, load charts and positioning
- Picking up, carrying and placing loads
- Shutdown and practical assessment preparation
NPORS assessment and certification
The agreed NPORS route includes theory and practical assessment for the relevant category. Certification depends on successful assessment. Before booking, we confirm the category, prerequisites and card route you need for your work.
If your employer requires a CSCS-logo card, tell us at enquiry stage so we can explain any additional requirements. Completing a course alone does not automatically provide every site-access qualification.
Related machine options
Telescopic Handler
For telescopic handler or telehandler enquiries, describe the machine, attachments and loads involved.
Telescopic Handler - Suspended Loads
Suspended-load work is a separate course option. Mention it explicitly so your enquiry covers the intended lifting activity.
Where training takes place
Our training centre is at Thorniehall Farm in Coalburn. We have five instructors in South Lanarkshire, Ayr and across the Highlands, delivering training across the UK.
Courses at the centre depend on suitable equipment and available dates. We can also discuss training at your workplace using appropriate machinery and a suitable training area. Specialist equipment and site arrangements must be agreed before booking.
How to book
- Send your course choice, experience, nearest town, preferred dates and number of learners.
- We confirm suitability, duration, assessment, equipment and available dates.
- Once you accept the arrangements, we confirm your booking and joining details.
An enquiry does not reserve a place or commit you to a booking.