Counterbalance Forklift License Grande Prairie - When operated by totally trained operators, forklifts can become a major advantage for companies and firms. We can offer your workers a thorough training program that covers all parts of operating a powered lift machine. Counterbalance forklift training provides operators of forklifts with the practical skill sand knowledge considered necessary in order to operate forklifts efficiently and safely. The program offers a combination of classroom theory, hands-on training and participant observation in a warehouse-type environment. Training can be on site and/or customized.
The course goes through the lift truck basics, rules and regulations, components, load centres and factors affecting stability. Procedures regarding the general operation of the forklift is taught, in addition to startup, circle checks, forward/reverse on level ground, shutdown, and operating around other individuals. Load handling subject matters consist of load pickup and placement, selection of loads, load security and integrity, loading and off-loading trailers. Individuals participating will learn operational maintenance procedures, such as recharging and refueling. Workplace safety concerns would be discussed. People participating would learn about the environmental conditions affecting the performance of the lift truck and be able to recognize possible hazards. Advanced training on propane handling could be incorporated.
Both employees and employers could deal with severe penalties if industry and national guidelines are not followed in the operation of forklifts. Workers who operate a reach truck or forklift should be well-informed regarding the guidelines about their safe operation. Training is suggested for anybody applying for a job that needs forklift operation.
We offer hands-on training and in-class theory within personalized, small classes. Training choices consist of refresher or entry level courses.
Entry-level Course Outline:
This course is for anyone entering the work force as a forklift operator. Students who are successful should finish the program and pass a series of written and practical tests. Subject matter comprises: general operating procedures; basics of powered lift trucks; operational maintenance; load handling; basic rules and regulations, workplace safety.