Lift Truck Training
Description
In most operations the lift truck is indispensable. with them heavy loads can be moved from place to place. This program provides detailed information on operating and maintaining lift trucks safely. This is an OSHA mandated program and this course meets all OSHA lift truck training guidelines. The session will:
- Review proper 'check-out' procedures that should be used before operating lift trucks.
- Provide details on proper driving, loading and unloading procedures.
- Review safety hazards in the workplace.
- Take the participant through the appropriate maintenance procedures for the different types of lift trucks used.
Methods of Instruction
This is an interactive course that utilizes both classroom and practical on the job hands on driving activities. The following materials and training aids are used in the training process:
- Hand-out covering 'Key Points' regarding the lift truck.
- A 'Lift Truck Safety - Operations' DVD is shown.
- Hand-out highlighting operation inspections for lift trucks.
- A successful lift truck driving test must be completed.
- A written licensing test must be taken and completed successfully.
Benefits
The program satisfies all OSHA required training. In addition, the participant:
- By successfully completing the program is verified as capable of performing the duties that are required to operate the lift truck safely.
- Knows the lift trucks capabilities,
- Knows to drive defensively and expect the unexpected.
- Knows to pick up only stable , properly balanced loads that are within the vehicle's weight capacity.
- Knows how and when to perform the pre-operation safety inspection.