Forklift Truck Operator

Objectives

To provide semi-skilled operators of forklift trucks who have received formal training and are in possession of a Certificate of Basic Training, and to update existing knowledge and skills to safely and efficiently carry out their duties on a different machine, i.e. D1.

Contents

Classroom instruction on the following:

· Legislation

· Operators safety code

· Forklift truck stability

· Factors causing forward / sideways tipping

· Familiarisation of different machines.

Practical instruction and delegate participation on the following:

· Pre-start and operational checks

· Driving and manoeuvring

· Stacking / de-stacking at low level, eye level and high level

· Correct shutdown and parking procedures.

· Familiarisation of different machines.

A written multiple-choice questionnaire and practical test must be completed satisfactorily to qualify for Certificate of Basic Training.

NB

A 1-day course is available for operators who require a re-test or familiarisation for a different machine.