How Telehandlers Are Transforming Construction in New Zealand

Dieci Icarus Telehandler

Construction projects across New Zealand are running faster, safer & more efficiently with telehandlers.

 

We know first-hand, that telehandlers are becoming a must-have for site managers, project leaders, and onsite teams handling heavy material lifting, precision placement and tackling the toughest of NZ’s conditions.

 

Here’s five reasons why telehandlers are becoming the go-to option on NZ worksites:
  • Versatility Across Tasks: Telehandlers handle lifting, moving, and placing materials with ease, thanks to interchangeable attachments like forks, buckets, and work platforms.
  • Height and Reach Advantages: With a telescopic boom, they access hard-to-reach areas and multi-story projects efficiently.
  • All-Terrain Performance: Built for rugged and uneven terrain, telehandlers perform reliably in challenging conditions.
  • Enhanced Safety Features: Equipped with load monitoring systems, automatic braking, and 360-degree visibility to ensure safe operations.
  • Cost & Space Efficiency: Replace multiple machines with one versatile telehandler, reducing site clutter and operational costs.

 

With a wide range of models and configurations available, it’s important to choose one tailored to your specific tasks, terrain and lifting requirements.

 
Here’s some key considerations:
  • Lifting Capacity: Choose a telehandler that can handle your heaviest loads, including materials, pallets, and equipment.
  • Reach Requirements: Ensure the boom length matches the vertical and horizontal reach needed for your tasks.
  • Terrain Compatibility: Select an all-terrain model with 4WD and high ground clearance for uneven or muddy sites.
  • Rotating Boom Flexibility: Opt for a rotating telehandler for 360° precision on complex or tight work sites.
  • Attachment Options: Match compatible tools like forks, buckets, or platforms to your specific tasks.
> Check out Webbline’s range of Dieci Telehandlers for construction here.
 

Once you’ve made your choice you’ll want to make sure your getting the most out of your machine!

 
Start by ensuring all operators are certified to meet NZQA standards, and perform daily inspections of your machine and attachments to guarantee reliability. Avoid overloading by consulting load charts, and if using on public roads, check for a current Warrant of Fitness (WoF), registration, and a licensed operator.
 
Here are key tips from our product specialists:
  • Plan your tasks and have the right attachments ready.
  • Train operators to ensure safety and efficiency.
  • Follow regular maintenance schedules to prevent breakdowns.

 

Telehandler Safety, Operator Training & Compliance in NZ

Safe work practices are essential when using telehandlers, and operator training plays a key role in ensuring safe and efficient use. 
 
Check with your preferred supplier for guidance refer to websites like the below for more information:
  • New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA): Operators must complete training that meets NZQA Unit Standards such as 23637 or 23966, to ensure they can safely and efficiently operate telehandlers. For more, visit NZQA.
  • WorkSafe NZ: All telehandlers must comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and WorkSafe NZ guidelines. For the latest regulations, refer to WorkSafe NZ.
  • New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA): For on-road use, machines must have a current Warrant of Fitness (WOF), and operators must hold a valid New Zealand driver’s license. Check for updates at NZTA.
 

 

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