The Forklift Operator course covers requirements relating to the design, maintenance, and safe use of forklift trucks. It is designed to help student learn to evaluate the workplace and determine if loads can be safely moved. It includes: inspection of the equipment, lift limitations; understanding fulcrum and center of gravity along with safe operation in all phases of using the lift.
The participant will be responsible for demonstrating the proper use and inspection of the lift he/she would be using.
Upon completion of Forklift Operator training, the student will be familiar with:
The proper use of a lift truck
Demonstrate the ability to inspect a lift and determine if there are any deficiencies
Demonstrate the ability to safely operate a lift truck through moving and stacking loads properly
The proper use of a lift truck
Upon completion of Forklift Operator training, the student will be familiar with:
General Operating Practices
Definitions
Types of Industrial Powered Trucks
Principles of Forklift Trucks
Operating Safety
Safety Rules
Preventive Maintenance
Inspection
Regulations
On completion of the training, participants shall complete a written test to verify understanding of the course. Successful participants shall be awarded certificate of competence.