Forklift Operators Training
Operating a forklift needs special training to accurately & safely maneuver heavy objects from one place to other. Forklift Operator Training allows the candidates to understand the nature of forklift operations and the safety hazards associated with it. It helps them develop skills to efficiently maintain and operate the forklift reducing injuries & accidents and ensuring improvement in productivity.
The aim of the Fork Lift Truck Operators course is to ensure that each candidate is provided with sufficient knowledge and skills in order that he/she can operate the Forklift in a safe and competent manner.
The primary objectives include:
Forklift Operation Fundamentals: Understand the basic principles of forklift operation, including controls and maneuvers.
Safety Protocols: Learn and adhere to safety protocols and guidelines for forklift operation to prevent accidents.
Load Handling Techniques: Acquire skills for proper load handling, stacking, and unstacking using a forklift.
Site Navigation: Familiarize participants with effective site navigation and awareness of surroundings while operating a forklift.
Maintenance Checks: Learn to perform pre-operation and routine maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure safe operation.
Course Pre-requisite
- At least 21 years of age
Course Outline
- Introduction
- Forklift-related fatalities and injuries
- Types of forklifts
- How a forklift operates
- How to use forklifts safely
- Pre-use Inspection
- Hazards associated with forklift operation
- Operator Checklist
- Unsafe practices while forklifts operation
Benefits of Forklift Operator training
Increased awareness on forklifts, its uses and operations resulting in reduced accidents & near-misses boosting work safety confidence.
Ensures compliance with the regulatory requirements for occupational health & safety helping organizations avoid potential fines.
Enables efficient inspection and maintenance of Forklift Vehicle increasing its operational life and lowering the operating costs.
Allows operators to use forklifts accurately & efficiently reducing work lags and improve productivity.
Upon completion of Forklift Operator training, participants will be able to develop:
Understanding of safety hazards and unsafe practices related to forklift operations.
Skills for efficient inspection of forklift safety hazards to avoid injuries and accidents.
Techniques for accurate and efficient use of forklift truck to avoid work hindrances and improve productivity.
Skills for effective management and maintenance of forklift to ensure resource efficiency and reduction in asset losses.
Effective work safety practices to ensure compliance with the regulatory authorities.