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"content": "<p>Telehandlers are that one machine that can do the job of multiple others. Their popularity has soared as people understand the extent of their capabilities.</p>
<p>Often used at the beginning and end of a job on both agriculture and construction sites, a telehandler is known as ‘the lift and place’ tool. It has more potential than a traditional forklift, with its telescopic boom extending up to nine metres at different angles and accommodating numerous lifting attachments.</p>
<p>A telehandler is an elevated work platform and a high-risk piece of equipment. Figures show from Safe Work Australia that over a recent five year period, faulty elevated work platforms caused nine deaths in Australia. Telehandlers must undergo strict inspections to be compliant with Australian regulations. But what are they, and what do they include?</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">Pre-operational inspection</h4>
<p>A qualified operator is obliged to inspect the telehandler for any signs of corrosion and investigate the general performance and operation of the machine.</p>
<h4>Three monthly routine inspection and maintenance</h4>
<p>Every three months (quarterly), a routine inspection takes place by a qualified inspector. There will be a general check for wear and tear to establish any deterioration. An assessment on individual components will be made - such as hydraulic hoses, connections, chains, and cable mechanisms - to ensure they are operating the way they should.</p>
<p>Control functions and safety devices will also come under scrutiny. Fluid levels will be analysed and filters checked, and log books and manuals verified for accuracy. A report will outline whether the telehandler has passed the inspection or not and note any areas which require attention.</p>
<h4>Periodic inspection (Annually)</h4>
<p>Periodic inspections must be undertaken annually by a qualified inspector. The yearly assessment of a telehandler is more in-depth than a quarterly one. An inspector may dismantle parts to assess the safety of the machine. The telehandler will not be allowed back into service until everything is fit for purpose.</p>
<h4>Major inspection at the 10 year mark</h4>
<p>By the time a telehandler reaches its 10 year mark, it may have undergone 10,000 hours of use and deteriorated to an extent where the machine may pose a significant safety danger.</p>
<p>Telehandlers used on constructions sites get heavier wear than those used in agricultural settings. The ten-year inspection is extensive - the most comprehensive in existence. It can take several weeks to complete with the machine and all its components heavily scrutinised. It may involve dismantling parts of the machine.</p>
<p>The inspection will identify any corrosion in materials or parts, capabilities of brakes, booms, and any leakages. Wiring, hydraulics, safety systems, and the functioning of alarms will also come under the inspection spotlight.</p>
<p>A written report will detail any shortcomings and actions required to make the telehandler safe to use once more. Anyone who fails to comply with inspections could face a hefty fine and a prosecution.</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">Tap into true Telehandler potential</h4>
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"published_at": "03.08.2021",
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