NPORS N138 Telescopic Handler – Suspended Loads Course
Add a vital new skill to your telehandler operator profile with our NPORS N138 Telescopic Handler – Suspended Loads Course. Handling suspended loads requires precision, planning, and confidence – this training gives you all three.
Our course is designed for operators who already hold a telehandler qualification (such as NPORS N010) and need to extend their competence to include suspended load operations.
Delivered by experienced instructors, this training blends practical skills and safety-critical knowledge to help you work to the highest UK standards.
We run training at our Wellingborough centre and on-site anywhere in the UK, and we offer a lowest price guarantee – if you find a cheaper course, we’ll match it.
Who this course is for
- Qualified telehandler operators who need suspended loads certification
- Plant operatives working in construction, logistics, ports, or infrastructure
- Experienced workers looking to complete an experienced worker assessment
- Beginners aiming to follow the novice suspended loads telehandler course route
What you will learn
You’ll develop the theory and practical skills needed to plan and carry out suspended load lifting safely. This includes:
- Legal duties under LOLER and PUWER regulations
- Completing pre-use checks and confirming the machine’s safe operational state
- Reading load charts and calculating safe working loads
- Understanding load stability, balance, and centre of gravity
- Identifying environmental factors such as wind and ground conditions
- Working safely with slingers and signallers
- Verifying load security and integrity before lifting
- Lifting, moving, and positioning suspended loads with accuracy
- Carrying out safe end-of-shift shutdown and securing the machine
This training is aligned with both NPORS N138 and CPCS A17E Suspended Loads standards.
Course format and certification
- Delivered UK-wide on your site or at our Wellingborough training centre
- Available as a novice course or an experienced worker assessment
- Practical and theory modules delivered by expert instructors
- On successful completion you receive an NPORS Operator Card (valid for up to 3 years)
- Option to upgrade to an NPORS CSCS Operator Card (valid for 2 years)
- Support available for booking your CITB HS&E test if needed for site access
Why choose Construction & Plant Training Services
- Decades of experience in NPORS and CPCS suspended loads training
- Instructors with real-world site expertise and supportive coaching
- Up-to-date content aligned with industry best practice
- Modern equipment and flexible scheduling
- Lowest price guarantee – we match any like-for-like offer
We combine professionalism with a supportive, approachable style – helping every candidate succeed.
Outcomes and career benefits
- Gain your NPORS Telescopic Handler – Suspended Loads certification
- Build confidence and competence in handling complex lifts
- Meet employer and site requirements for suspended load operations
- Increase your value to contractors and expand your job opportunities
- Stand out with advanced skills recognised across the UK construction industry
Join us and book N138 Telescopic Handler – Suspended Loads Course
Ready to move beyond basic telehandler work? Book your NPORS N138 Telescopic Handler – Suspended Loads Course today with Construction & Plant Training Services and get certified, confident, and site-ready.
FAQ: NPORS N138 Telescopic Handler – Suspended Loads Course
What is the NPORS N138 Suspended Loads course?
It is advanced telehandler training focused on planning and carrying out lifts with suspended loads. It blends theory and practical skills so you can work safely and efficiently on UK sites.
Who should take this course?
Qualified telehandler operators who want to add suspended loads to their duties, plus experienced workers seeking formal recognition via an assessment route.
Do I need a telehandler qualification first?
Yes. This course extends the skills of operators who already hold a telehandler qualification (for example NPORS N010).
Is NPORS N138 the same as CPCS A17E?
They are different schemes, but the scope is similar (telehandler operations with suspended loads). Employers often recognise both; always check your site requirements.
What does the training cover?
Key topics include LOLER/PUWER duties, pre-use checks, load charts and safe working loads, centre of gravity and stability, wind and ground conditions, working with slingers/signallers, verifying load security, and moving/positioning suspended loads safely.
How long does the course take?
It depends on experience. Novices follow a full programme; experienced operators can complete an accelerated assessment route.
What certification will I receive?
You will receive an NPORS Operator Card for suspended loads. Validity depends on card type and scheme rules. We explain renewal options during your course.
Do I need a CITB HS&E test?
If you require a card with a CSCS logo for access to certain sites, you must have a valid CITB Health, Safety & Environment test (usually within the last two years).
Where is the training delivered?
At our Wellingborough training centre or on-site UK-wide. If you searched for “suspended loads telehandler training near me”, we can come to your location, subject to suitable facilities and equipment.
Can you train my team on site?
Yes. We run on-site training across the UK for contractors, housebuilders, logistics, and infrastructure projects. We align dates with your shift patterns.
Do you provide the telehandler and lifting accessories?
At our centre, equipment is provided. For on-site courses, suitable machines, lifting accessories, and a safe training area must be available.
How much does the course cost?
We offer the lowest price. If you find a cheaper like-for-like quote, we match it.
What are the career benefits?
Suspended load competence increases your value to employers, helps you meet site requirements, and opens roles on larger construction and infrastructure projects.
