A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Training Courses

Who is the A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course for?

The RTITB accredited A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course is designed for those who have at least 6 months of current operating experience on an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker but have no formal training in using an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker.

A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator – Eligibility

The RTITB and Health & Safety Executive (HSE) have set guidance and some eligibility criteria for attending these A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Training Courses.

A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course – Eligibility Criteria

Experience Level – This A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course is for those who have at least 6 months of current operating experience on an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker but have no formal training in using an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker.

Age – To attend this A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course and operate an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker in the workplace you must be at least school leaving age (16). Please note, subject to a risk assessment, if you are under the age of 18 you may need to be supervised in the workplace when using an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker until you reach the age of 18. In addition, no person under the age of 18 can use an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker on docks, or ports.

Language – This A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course has multiple classroom-based theory lessons throughout. A written theory test is also mandatory. In addition, the safe use of an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker requires that the operator reads and understands any safety signs, local safety notices, and can thoroughly understand the manufacturer’s operator handbook for an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker.

The practical training aspect of this A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course, and the mandatory practical test of operating skills, involves continuous verbal instructions that the trainee must be able to understand and act upon in a safe manner.

Therefore, good comprehension of English language and literacy are important for attending this A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course.

Note – In extreme cases, an accredited translator can be used for the purposes of testing. The chosen translator must not be a candidate on the A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course and must not alter the sense of any of the answers given by the candidate. If required, please seek legal advice on the use of an accredited translator.

Medical – There is currently no legislation or clear medical guidance available in relation to the specific use of an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker. In general, we would apply the HSE principle that each person’s fitness for operating a A4 Rider Pallet Stacker should be judged individually to ensure that people with disabilities are not disadvantaged but competence in an emergency must always be considered.

We would therefore generally follow the health guidance issued by the DVLA for Group 1 entitlement if the need arises to assess capabilities for operating an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker.

Essentially, if you are not, or would not be restricted in obtaining a UK driving licence, then there should be no restrictions in operating an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker in normal circumstances.

Note – All trainees are required to sign a medical declaration at the beginning of these A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Courses.

Driving Licence – You do not need a driving licence (car licence) to attend this A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course or to operate an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker on business premises.

A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course – Duration

DOLIFTS RTITB accredited A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course is designed to instruct up to a maximum of 3 training candidates per course.

The course duration, or number of training hours/days required for an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course Course, depends upon the number of training candidates attending the course, and the maximum lift height of the A4 Rider Pallet Stacker that is provided for training.

Low Level A4 Rider Pallet Stacker (up to 300mm)

1 Experienced Candidate = 4.50 hrs

2 Experienced Candidates = 5.50 hrs

3 Experienced Candidates = 6.50 hrs

Medium Level A4 Rider Pallet Stacker (301mm to 2999mm)

1 Experienced Candidate = 5.50 hrs

2 Experienced Candidates = 6.50 hrs

3 Experienced Candidates = 8 hrs

High Level A4 Rider Pallet Stacker (3000mm +)

1 Experienced Candidate = 7 hrs

2 Experienced Candidates = 8.50 hrs

3 Experienced Candidates = 10 hrs

A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course Course – Syllabus

Your RTITB instructor will follow recognised training and testing standards specifically devised for the A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course Course.

Training candidates will gain an understanding of current relevant legislation, be informed of the very best operating practices to be capable of using the A4 Rider Pallet Stacker in the correct and safe manner, and use an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker in line with current approved operating methods, and manufacturer’s instructions.

The A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course Syllabus includes:

• Course Introduction
• Theory
• Introduction to the Truck
• Preparing, Moving, Stopping and Parking the Truck
• Basic Steering
• Progressive Steering
• Operating the Hydraulic Controls
• Battery Care and Maintenance
• Pre-use Inspection
• Load Assessment
• Truck and Load Stability
• Pallet Handling
• Pallet Stacking
• Chicane
• Turning in a Narrow Aisle
• Industrial Racking – Ground/Low-Level
• Industrial Racking – Medium-Level*
• Industrial Racking – High-Level*
• Negotiating Inclines
• Vehicle Loading and Unloading
• Theory Test
• Pre-Use Inspection Test
• Basic Operating Skills Test (Assessment)
• Course Close/Feedback

*Determined by the lift height of the A4 Rider Pallet Stacker that is provided for training.

A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course – Tests

To pass the RTITB accredited A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course, and receive an official RTITB accredited operator certificate for an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker, all training candidates must successfully complete 3 tests: –

1. Theory Test for A4 Rider Pallet Stacker
2. Pre-Use Inspection Test for A4 Rider Pallet Stacker
3. Basic Operator Skills Test for A4 Rider Pallet Stacker

A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course – Theory Test Guidance Notes

The A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course theory test is compiled of 25 questions.

This consists of 5 Open Questions + 20 Multiple-Choice Questions.

5 of the multiple-choice questions are Mandatory Safety Questions that must be answered correctly.

Each question carries a maximum of 4 marks.

You must achieve a minimum score of 80% to pass the A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course theory test. Failure to achieve 80% will result in a referral (course failed). A re-test will be required after a period of remedial training.

(You can view a mock theory test here – RTITB A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Mock Theory Test).

A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course – Pre-Use Inspection Test Guidance Notes

The A4 Rider Pallet Stacker pre-use inspection test is a visual and physical examination of the A4 Rider Pallet Stacker.

You will be checking that the A4 Rider Pallet Stacker is legal and safe before use.

This requires that you identify numerous parts and components of the A4 Rider Pallet Stacker and clearly state to your examiner what potential faults or damage you are looking for.

From all potential parts/components of an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker, there are 14 safety critical mandatory parts and components that must be identified and discussed during this pre-use inspection test.

Failure to identify and discuss just one of those 14 safety critical mandatory checks will result in a referral (course failed). A re-test will be required after a period of remedial training.

(You can view a demonstration of an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker pre-use inspection here – A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Pre-Use Inspection).

A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course – Basic Operator Skills Test Guidance Notes

The A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course practical skills test has been devised to examine the critical skills required of an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker operator at a reasonable working pace, which includes:

• Mounting and dismounting
• Starting and stopping the truck
• Driving forward and in reverse, including braking
• Steering accuracy
• Correctly placing a load on the forks
• Using hydraulic controls correctly and sympathetically
• Judging the position of fork tips at varying heights, laden and unladen
• Stacking and de-stacking accurately at all levels
• Observation of the working environment
• Judgement of speed, height, width, and distance from within the confines of the machine

The A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course practical skills test is marked on a penalty points system. You gain penalty points for all safety faults that occur. Exceeding the maximum permitted penalty points will result in a referral (test failed). A re-test will be required after a period of remedial training. Your instructor will inform you of the maximum points permitted, which are determined by the test lift height of the A4 Rider Pallet Stacker truck used for testing.

The A4 Rider Pallet Stacker practical skills test is also a time restricted test, with penalty points incurred for exceeding set times. Exceeding the maximum permitted set time will result in a referral (test failed). A re-test will be required after a period of remedial training. Your instructor will inform you of the maximum permitted time, which is determined by the test lift height of the A4 Rider Pallet Stacker truck used for testing.

There are also 6 safety critical factors that your examiner will be looking for and will halt the test immediately if any of those 6 safety critical factors occur. This would result in a mandatory disqualification and a referral (failed test). A re-test will be required after a period of remedial training.

Note – Your RTITB instructor will identify and explain all potential safety faults throughout the duration of your A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Training Course and will deliver corrective training on each as they occur.

(An overview of the practical skills test marking sheet can be seen here – A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Practical Test Marking Sheet).

A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course – Qualification

On successful completion of your A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course, you will receive an official RTITB Accredited A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Operator Certificate and a DOLIFTS issued Photo ID Card, which are valid for 3 years from the A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course test completion date.

The successful outcome of your A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course is registered onto the *RTITB NORS Database for 3 years, at which point you will be required to attend an A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Refresher Course for re-registration.

You will receive a unique (9-digit) RTITB Operator Registration Number.

*Note – The RTITB NORS Database (National Operators Registration Scheme Database) is a secure database of RTITB qualified operators and instructors. Businesses and potential Employers can freely access NORS to easily verify the authenticity of an RTITB A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator course certificate by typing in the 9-digit operator registration number found on the certificate.

A4 Rider Pallet Stacker Experienced Operator Course – Prices

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