Target Audience
Novice or Experienced Operators. Site Specific and On Site Training Available.
Learning Outcomes
- Comprehend Rough Terrain Fundamentals and Regulations
- Understand Safe Operating Procedures and Eliminating Potential Hazards
- Identify Rough Terrain Forklift Components and their Functions
- Understand Forklift Stability Characteristics, Limitations, Inspection & Care
- Understand Methods to Preform Safe Loading, Unloading, and Safe Stacking Procedures
Topics
- WorkSafeBC Rules, Regulations and Requirements
- Forklift Classification 7
- Required Safety Features
- Forklift Components and their Functions
- Pre-Shift Inspections
- Stability Characteristics
- Operator Controls
- Steering, Maneuvering and Travel
- Shutdown Procedures
- Flammable and Re-Fueling Hazards
- Overall Safety, Maintenance and Care of a Rough Terrain Forklift
Required Time
- 8 Hour Course – Theory and Practical
- Recertification Dependent on Class Size 4hrs (approx.)
Skills and Knowledge
- Theory (Require 80% for Pass)
- Student Demonstration (Require 80% for Pass)
Understand the Following
- Rules, Regulations and Standards Governing the Safe Operation of a Rough Terrain Forklift
- Understand the Forklift Components and their Functions
- Maneuvering and Steering Characteristics and Capabilities
- Forklift Stability and the Forces that Can Affect the Overall Stability of the Unit
- Complete and Document a Pre-Shift Inspection
- Operational and Driving Hazards
- Battery Maintenance and Care Precautions
- Flammable and Re-Fueling Precautions
- Overall Care and Maintenance of the Machine
Delivery Method for This Training is Divided Into
- Theory – Manuals, PowerPoint, & Videos
- Practical – Student Demonstration and Assessment
This Course Follows WorkSafeBC Regulations and the Occupational Health & Safety Regulations (OHSR). Also, Including Canadian Standard Association (CSA) and American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Visit WorkSafeBC.com