Forklift Operator Training

Course Description

The Lift Truck Operator Training Program consists of a 4-hour classroom training session presented in an interactive format which covers all aspects of lift truck safety and operation.

An on-site individual practical operating test will follow where unsafe or incorrect operating techniques are identified and corrected and pre-shift inspection procedures are reviewed.

This program will provide the participant with the necessary knowledge to safely and correctly operate your specific class of lift truck(s) and attachment(s).

Course curriculum

• Current applicable legislation and guidelines

• Causes of accidents including injury and damage

• Hazard awareness

• Operator responsibility

• Pedestrian awareness

• Right-of-way

• Defensive operating

• Basic and confined area manoeuvring

• Propane Cylinder Exchange components

• Vehicle stability

• Load integrity and selection

• Dock area safety

• Truck/trailer inspection, loading/offloading

• Traveling on grades

• Pre-shift inspection and reporting procedures

• Battery charging and changing (when applicable)

Practical Testing (For Existing Operators)

Practical operator testing is held on-site at your facility and is scheduled following the classroom training. The operator is tested individually and put through a series of operating tasks and manoeuvrings to assess competency and safety awareness on the equipment.

Pre-shift inspection and reporting procedures are also covered. Average testing time is approximately 30 minutes per operator.

Is This Course For Me?

This course is for any person who will operate or supervise the operation of a forklift.