Reach Stacker Training
We provide reach stacker or container handler training services, operator certificates, and licenses. Apply and start at any time for accredited reach stacker training. In this reach stacker operator training course, learners operate a reach stacker or container handler by understanding the functions of starting, shutting down, and operating procedures. On-site training or apprenticeship are available.
Operate a reach stacker
SAQA US ID: 260761
NQF Level: 3
CREDITS: 10
Duration: 1 Week
Refresher course: 4 Hours
License Renewal: 2 Hours
Class capacity: 1 Facilitator / 1 machine to 1 or maximum of 4 Trainees
Reach Stacker Course Description
This reach stacker course has 10 modules. Learners credited with this standard will be capable to:
- Discussing and applying the regulatory framework for operating reach stackers.
- Describing the reach stacker to be operated.
- Demonstrating mechanical awareness of the selected machine.
- Inspecting the selected reach stacker.
- Handling loads with a reach stacker.
- Operating the reach stacker.
Reach Stacker Course Content
Click to see the detailsIt includes 30% theory and 70% practical training and assessment. Click on the bullets to see details of the module the modules below.
Naming the parts and purpose of each part of a reach stacker, for correct operation.
- Safety signs and signal words
- Identifying safety hazards
- Maintaining 3 points of contact
- Body posture
- Using the daily checklist to check the reach stacker for safe operation in the workplace.
- Recognising and reporting faults on a reach stacker during checks and operations.
- Completing log books and check sheets accurately and correctly.
- Site inspection and preparation
- Selection of required equipment such as PPE
- Environmental conditions
- Operator’s manual
- Principles of operation
- Start and shut down reach stacker.
- Driving the loader correctly and safely, whether loaded or unloaded, without error, under varying conditions.
- Purpose of various equipment & machinery Controls
- Attaching and detaching attachments
- Obeying all site rules
- Being a team player
- Being able to communicate
- Being able to identify and solve problems
- Having the correct and positive attitude
- Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Guidelines for Driven Lifting Machinery Regulations


Reach Stacker Training Requirements
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are compulsory reach stacker training requirements for safety purposes.
- Learners joining the reach stacker operator course will prove competence in communication and mathematical literacy at NQF Level 3 (Can read and write).
- National ID/passport is required.
- Your CV is necessary for job assistance. It will be presented to potential employers and recruitment agencies after your reach stacker operator course.
- An old copy of the reach stacker license and certificate of competence is required for the license renewal or refresher course.
Reach Stacker Operator School
Call: 078 365 9579 or 012 023 1078
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Are you looking for a reach stacker school near you? Call: 078 365 9579 or 012 023 1078
We have branches in multiple locations in South Africa and train all students from Gauteng, Benoni, Boksburg, Brakpan, Carletonville, Germiston, Johannesburg, Krugersdorp, Pretoria, Randburg, Randfontein, Roodepoort, Soweto, Springs, Vanderbijlpark, Vereeniging, Mpumalanga, Emalahleni, Witbank, Nelspruit, Secunda, North West, Klerksdorp, Mahikeng, Mmabatho, Potchefstroom, Rustenburg, Limpopo, Giyani, Lebowakgomo, Musina, Phalaborwa, Polokwane, Seshego, Sibasa, Thabazimbi, KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, Empangeni, Ladysmith, Newcastle, Pietermaritzburg, Pinetown, Ulundi, Umlazi, Eastern Cape, Alice, Butterworth, East London, Graaff-Reinet, Grahamstown, King William’s Town, Mthatha, Port Elizabeth, Queenstown, Uitenhage, Zwelitsha, Free State, Bethlehem, Bloemfontein, Jagersfontein, Kroonstad, Odendaalsrus, Parys, Phuthaditjhaba, Sasolburg, Virginia, Welkom, Northern Cape, Kimberley, Kuruman, Port Nolloth, Western Cape, Bellville, Cape Town, Constantia, George, Hopefield, Oudtshoorn, Paarl, Simon’s Town, Stellenbosch, Swellendam, Worcester. Accommodation to students from these locations is available. We provide free job assistance to all our students after the training.
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International Students
Our reach stacker school also trains international students from Sub-Saharan African Countries such as Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (Democratic Republic), Côte d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Réunion, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Western Sahara, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
FAQ
What is a reach stacker ?
In small terminals or medium-sized ports, a reach stacker is a truck used to handle intermodal cargo containers. Reach stackers can quickly transfer containers over short distances and stack them in various rows based on the container’s access.
What is the current reach stacker operator salary in South Africa?
Reach stacker operator salary in south is between R8000- R25000 per month depending on the company and number of hours
Where do I find reach stacker jobs?
Container handlers or reach stacker operators can work in a port or for transportation and logistics companies.
Do I get a certificate and reach stacker operator license after training?
Yes. We you get a certificate of competence which most employers require and an operator’s license. No extra fees required.
How long does a reach stacker license take to expire?
A reacher stacker license expires after 2 years. Visit our nearest reach stacker operator school to renew your container handler operator license.