Overview
Operating a forklift truck is a specialised skill, and many accidents are caused by untrained drivers. This course is designed for beginners with little or no experience. Participants who reach the required standard in the theoretical and practical tests receive a certificate of qualification.
Objectives
- Operate a forklift truck safely, reducing the risk of injury to operators and pedestrians
- Use safe operating habits
- Explain the differences between a forklift truck and a car
- Explain the consequences of taking chances
- Load and unload safely
- Refuel and recharge forklift trucks safely
- Handle awkward loads
Theoretical training
- Operator’s safety code
- Daily inspection
- Hydraulic systems
- Operating practices
- Written test and feedback
Practical training
- Introduction to the forklift truck, controls and instruments
- Daily inspection
- Starting, stopping and steering
- Simple corners and manoeuvring
- Operation of hydraulic controls
- Weight assessment and handling pallets
- Manoeuvring in confined spaces
- Handling awkward loads
- Skill tests
Assessment and certification
Participants complete a theoretical and practical exam. On success they are awarded a Forklift Operator’s Beginner Certificate. Certificates are valid for three years and must be refreshed before they expire.
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