Description
Overview:
This course provides essential education and hands-on training for the safe operation of forklifts and powered industrial trucks. It covers a wide range of topics, from pre-operation inspections to maneuvering and load handling. The training is aligned with OSHA’s requirements for powered industrial truck operators and is designed to reduce the risk of accidents in the workplace.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will:
- Understand OSHA Regulations: Learn about OSHA standards for forklift and powered industrial truck operations, including the designations for different types of vehicles.
- Identify Hazards: Recognize common hazards associated with operating forklifts and how to navigate them safely, including pedestrian traffic, surface conditions, and load stability.
- Operate Vehicles Safely: Gain the skills to operate forklifts and powered industrial trucks safely, including starting, stopping, maneuvering, and handling loads.
- Conduct Pre-Operation Inspections: Understand the importance of daily checks and how to perform pre-operation inspections to ensure the vehicle is safe to operate.
- Manage Loads: Learn techniques for safe load handling, including picking up, transporting, stacking, and unstacking loads.
- Battery and Fuel Handling: Receive instruction on safe practices for recharging batteries and refueling gas, diesel, and propane-powered equipment.
- Emergency Procedures: Know how to respond in case of an accident or emergency while operating a forklift or powered industrial truck.
- Practical Skills Training: Participate in hands-on training exercises that simulate real-world forklift operation scenarios, reinforcing safe practices and procedures.
Who Should Attend:
This course is ideal for new and experienced forklift operators, warehouse staff, and any personnel responsible for operating powered industrial trucks in various settings such as warehouses, manufacturing plants, and distribution centers.
Duration:
The course typically lasts 2-4 hours, combining classroom-based learning with practical field exercises.
Certification:
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a forklift operation certificate, indicating their proficiency in operating powered industrial trucks safely and in compliance with OSHA standards.
Note:
This training is vital for ensuring the safety and efficiency of forklift operations in the workplace. It not only helps in reducing the risk of property damage and personal injury but also contributes to a more knowledgeable and confident workforce.
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