Safe use of fork lift
Qualification overview
Operating a forklift requires skill, training, and experience. Although it may seem as easy as driving a car, there are many factors that make driving a forklift much more difficult. Learning how to operate a forklift safely can help to prevent accidental injuries and possible death. The goal of forklift safety training is to help you achieve a work environment that is accident free and meets OSHA regulations.
Course contents
Fork Lift Accident Statistics
Driving on in inline
Fork Lift Citations
Fork lift load chart & capacity
Pre-Operational Inspection & Safety
Fork lift attachment
Fork lift work platforms
Fork lift specification
Fork lift operating manual
Fork lift name plate
Fork lift stability triangle
Fork lift blind spot
How load affect fork lifts
Fork lift and pedestrians
Fork lift blind spot
Loading truck trailers and rail road cars
Loading unloading high storage racks
Moving the load
Propane powered fork lifts and carbon monoxide
Target participants
Plant Managers
Forklift Operators
Distribution Managers
Warehouse Supervisors
Anyone Who Operate a Lift Truck
FAQ
Who can train, evaluate and certify forklift operators?
In terms of who can conduct operator training and evaluation, OSHA requires in 1910.178(l)(2)(iii) that the trainers have the “knowledge, training and experience” to train operators and evaluate their competence. The OSHA standard does not further define this requirement or set any specific certifications. OSHA has said in a letter of interpretation that the trainer must have some experience operating the specific type of equipment being trained on (including attachments), but does not have to operate forklifts on a regular basis.
Is annual forklift training required?
No. Refresher training only needs to be conducted when operators are found to be operating unsafely, have been in an accident or near miss, receive a poor evaluation, or when there are changes in the workplace or type of truck. OSHA does, however, require an evaluation of each powered industrial truck operator’s performance at least once every three years.
How long is an employer required to keep forklift daily inspection sheets?
Federal OSHA requires that forklift vehicles have to be inspected at least daily, or after each shift when used around the clock. You will find this requirement in the Powered Industrial Truck standard at 1910.178(q)(7). OSHA does not require that forklift inspections be documented.
How much does it cost to attend a course?
Please contact us for information on prices.
How do I order this course from BEC?
This is simple, you can either make your booking or enquiry online, or call us on 02 552 2500, where our training advisors will advice you on the training solutions we offer.