Victoria Forklift Training Program

Victoria Forklift Training Program - The forklift is a common powered industrial vehicle which is in wide use these days. They are sometimes referred to as hi los, lift trucks or jitneys. A departments store will make use of the forklift in order to unload and load products, whereas warehouses will use them to be able to stack products and materials. And grocery stores make use of small models to drop supplies in the aisles. Whether transporting lumber at a sawmill or loading material at a construction site, forklift operators are needed to be properly trained and licensed. The main concern should be on worker and pedestrian safety. This forklift training program teaches the health and safety rules governing forklifts in order to ensure their safe and efficient operation.

Forklift Training Program Safety Tips:

Forklift training courses are designed to guarantee that the operator could safely control the forklift during lifting, tilting and traveling. Only qualified operators should operate a forklift.

While the forklift is in operation; arms, hands, head, feet and legs must be kept in the forklift. Forklift forks should be kept low to the ground while being slightly tilted back. Observe posted traffic signs. Honk the horn and decrease speed if taking a corner. If the driver's vision is blocked by the load, slowly drive backwards. Pre-inspect the ground for potential hazards, such as objects, wet or oily spots, rough patches, holes, vehicles and people. Avoid sudden stops.

If a person or vehicle crosses the blind spots of the lift truck, stop the truck, lower the load, and do not travel until the way is clear. If traveling on an incline, the forks should be pointed downhill without a load and uphill with a load. The forklift must only be turned around when on level ground.

Safety tips while steering - If traveling at good speeds, never turn the steering wheel sharply. Support the load utilizing the front wheels and turn using the rear wheels. A truck which is overloaded will be difficult to steer. Follow load limitations. Never add a counterweight as a way to improve steering.

Safety tips while loading - Adhere to the suggested capacity and load limits of the forklift. This information is displayed on the data plate. Always make certain that the load is placed based on the suggested load centre. The forklift would remain stable so long as the load is kept close to the front wheels.

The forklift mast must be in an upright position prior to inserting the fork into a pallet. Prior to inserting the fork, level it.

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