INSTRUCTION
FORKLIFT
(1 day course with a maximum occupancy of 8 students)
The following topics are covered in the Forklift Course:
- Duties of Employers, Supervisors, and Employees under the Saskatchewan Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
- Specific legislation as it applies to forklifts
- Forklift types and classes
- Specific components and terminology
- Center of gravity
- Stability
- Load center
- Hazards associated with forklifts
- Inspection procedures
- Operating techniques including:
- Travel with and without a load
- Load pick up and deposit
- Stacking loads and using racks
- Ramps and grades
- Trailer loading
- Parking
Forklift training is 8 hours in duration and begins with a classroom theory component that is followed by a written exam. The remainder of the session includes practical evaluations where students will demonstrate the required skills to maintain the Competent Operator Designation.
