Forklift Class – I II III IV V VI VII

Course Description:

This is a fully comprehensive course designed for experienced and inexperienced forklift truck operators to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for a variety of responsibilities and functions involved in the operation and maintenance of the forklift. The training enforces the safety of the pedestrian and the operator. Pre-start up inspection and startup safety procedures, routine maintenance practice, and operating techniques are examined. This course is comprised of intensive classroom instruction, including video, discussion and a written test, as well as hands-on practical training and evaluation. At the conclusion of this program students should be able to demonstrate safe operation of forklift as required by the OSHA – Occupational Safety and Health Administration Standard CFR- 29 -1910-178.

Upon successful completion of the course, the operator will be presented with a lift truck certificate and license as proof of training.

Course Duration: 2-3 hours Theory and at end of course an Forklift Operator Evaluation Test.

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Program Outline

Theoretical

  • Introduction to OSHA
  • Standard Federal Requirements 29 CFR 1910.178
  • Pedestrian awareness
  • Basic principles: lift truck design and operation
  • Parts of a truck/pre-shift inspection
  • Operation of truck
  • Fuel sources (Battery/Propane/Diesel/Gasoline)
  • General safety rules/guidelines
  • Summary (written test)
  • Practical Operator evaluations Test (Must Pass)

Practical

  • Performing of pre-shift inspection
  • Battery maintenance and charging procedures
  • Propane cylinder exchange
  • Safe operating techniques
  • Load handling/selection
  • Dock safety
  • Extensive hands-on training and application

Additional Info

Evaluations

  • Must Pass Written Evaluation Test
  • Must Pass an Operator Practical Evaluation Test

School Equipment: Students will have the opportunity to use the following school equipment as required throughout the program: Sit-Down I/C Counterbalance class I -VII lift truck.

Class Size: 1 to 50 students at your facility.

Private class: “Available by appointment only” at one of our locations.

Tuition: Call for Tuition ½ price when done with another safety training.