Fluent Motion Inc
Forklift – New Operator

Forklift – New Operator

This course is designed for individuals with little or no previous lift truck experience. It includes 8 hours of classroom theory, 8 hours of practical training (per lift truck type), a theoretical test and practical evaluation. This course can be conducted at your company’s location. This program covers applicable Provincial and/or Federal legislation and guidelines, liability, documentation and responsibilities. Upon successful completion of the theoretical and practical evaluations, a wallet card and all necessary paperwork for company records for each participant will be issued as proof of training.

Theoretical Component (In Class)

  • Relevant Provincial And Federal Legislation
  • Requirements Of The C.S.A. Standard And The M.O.L. Guideline
  • Pedestrian Awareness
  • Stability Principles: Lift Truck Design And Operation
  • Parts Of A Truck/Pre-Shift Inspection
  • Operation Of Truck
  • Fuel Sources (Battery/Propane as applicable to attendees)
  • General Safety Rules/Guidelines
  • The Proper Use and Inspection of Appropriate Fall Protection (If applicable/job specific)
  • Summary (Written Test)

Legislative Reference

Ont. Reg. 851 – Industrial Establishments s. 51(2) Ont. Reg. 213/91 Construction Projects 96. (1)

Practical Component (Hands On)

  • Performing of Pre-Shift Inspection
  • Battery Maintenance And Charging Procedures (as applicable to attendees)
  • Propane Cylinder Exchange (as applicable to attendees)
  • Safe Operating Techniques
  • Load Handling/Selection
  • Dock Safety
  • Extensive Hands-On Training And Application
  • Proper Use and Care of Appropriate Fall Protection (If applicable/job specific)
  • Practical Skills Evaluation

(Course participant will be evaluated on an individual basis, as per pre-determined course criteria designed to be equal and measurable.)

Target Audience

Operators, Supervisors and Safety Professionals

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