Courses · Equipment & Operator · In person
Telehandler/Zoom Boom
A one-day telehandler/zoom boom operator program combining theory, practical training, and a practical skills evaluation. Participants are trained and assessed on safe operation, load handling, and pre-use inspection to meet CSA Standard B335 and provincial workplace-safety requirements.
What you’ll learn
- Operate a telehandler/zoom boom safely
- Handle loads correctly
- Complete pre-use inspections
- Pass a practical skills evaluation
Who it’s for
- Workers who operate telehandlers/zoom booms
- Best suited to those with prior operating experience
What you’ll cover
- Legislation
- Safe operation principles
- Load handling
- Equipment systems
- Pre-use inspection
Prerequisites
Minimum age 18 · Government-issued photo ID · PPE required (steel-toe boots, safety glasses, hi-vis vest, weather-appropriate clothing)
Completion & certification
To receive your credentials you must attend and complete the entirety of the course and complete all the necessary components as required by the course provider.
- You receiveRecord of Training · IVES Training Group (not a certificate; the provider issues the certificate, see the FAQ)
- ValidityValid for 3 years
- DeliveryIn person · 1 day in person
- JurisdictionNorth America
Upcoming dates
No public date is scheduled right now. Ask to be notified of new dates below.
Common questions
Who is Telehandler/Zoom Boom for?
Workers who operate telehandlers/zoom booms; Best suited to those with prior operating experience.
How long is telehandler training good for?
Alpha lists this course as valid for 3 years. No official page states a term for telehandlers. In BC they are regulated as lift trucks, and lift truck operators need upgrade training at least every 3 years, so plan on the same. Check your own dates →
How long does the Telehandler/Zoom Boom course take?
Up to 1 day in person.
How is the course delivered?
It's delivered in person over 1 day, instructor-led and assessed in person.
Can telehandler training be done online?
This version runs fully in person. Telehandler - Blended lets you do the theory online, then the practical in person. See Telehandler - Blended →
Can you deliver this course on-site for our crew?
Yes. Any course in our catalogue can run at your yard, camp, or office anywhere in BC and Alberta — based in Fort St. John, we travel province-wide. Request an on-site quote for group pricing.
Are there any prerequisites?
Minimum age 18 · Government-issued photo ID · PPE required (steel-toe boots, safety glasses, hi-vis vest, weather-appropriate clothing)
How much does Telehandler/Zoom Boom cost?
$359 + GST per person. Group and on-site rates are available on request.