Introduction

This course is designed for experienced and in experienced participants to understand the engineering principles and safe operational practice of Rough Terrain Lift Trucks. Training requirement will depend on the participant’s abilities to operate the vehicle

Aims

To enable the participants to acquire the skills and knowledge required to operate lift trucks safely and efficiently and to take both theoretical and practical tests. The practical test will be devised to incorporate the operational use of the lift truck within the trainees working environment. The practical test will be decided prior to the commencement of the course depending information given by the company requiring training. Safety Training Certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the program.

 

Rough Terrain Lift Trucks Training

Classroom Theory 3- 4 hours

• Introduction to OHSA
• Vehicle Inspection
• Vehicle Operation Safety Video
• Vehicle Presentation
• Written Quiz Reviewed and Correct
• Open Forum

Demonstration Skills      Design to meet the participant abilities

• Introduction to the fork truck controls and instruments
• Starting, moving, steering and stopping the fork truck
• Steering
• Hydraulic System
• Pre-shift Inspection
• Refueling Procedures
• Weight Assessment
• Handling unladen and laden pallets
• Driving on / off Ramps
• Vehicle Loading and Unloading
• Fork Truck Stability
• Certificate to successful participants