Forklift Operator Training

The following topics will be covered during your Forklift Operator Training Program:

 

• How to safely park a forklift

 

• Operating a forklift around pedestrians and co-workers

 

• How to conduct a pre-operational inspection and why it's important

 

• How to manage balance, stability, and capacity while operating a forklift

 

• How to safely enter and exit a forklift

 

• Procedures for visual and operational inspections

 

• Fundamental forklift components

 

• Safe methods for:

   

   

  • Picking up, moving and lowering loads

   

  • Fueling gasoline and diesel-powered forklifts

   

  • How to properly care for an electric forklift's battery

   

   

 

The Forklift Operator Training Program utilizes OSHA guidelines to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to properly operate a forklift.  In additition safety best practices, participants receive hands-on opportunities to ensure each understands equipment-specific stability requirements, fork adjustment protocols, fueling procedures and other uses.

Topics

 

• Triangle of stability

 

• Fork adjustments

 

• Fueling procedures

 

• Pre-shift inspections

 

• Rough terrain forklifts

 

• Pick and carry machines

 

• Pallet dollies

 

• Safe operating procedures

 

• Classes of forklifts

 

• OSHA forklift standards

 

Participants must provide their own safety gear to attend the course:

 

• Hard Hat

 

• Steel-toed footwear

 

• Gloves

 

• Visibility safety vest

 

Who should consider taking this course:

 

• Heavy equipment operators

 

• Utility personnel

 

• Telecommunications professionals

 

• Construction professionals

 

• Warehouse personnel

 

• Moving & storage personnel

 

Additional Training Programs available

 

• Aerial Work Platform Operator training

 

• Bobcat | Skid Steer Operator training

 

• Fall Arrest Training

 

To inquire about booking, call 306.352.1440