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A forklift is a powerful tool that allows one person to precisely lift and place large heavy loads with little effort. Using a tool such as a forklift, cart or hand truck instead of lifting and carrying items by hand can reduce the risk that you will suffer a back injury.
Course Modules - (10)
Recognize the differences between the Power Industrial Truck (PIT)/Forklift and the automobile.
Explain the different types of PITs.
Identify the hazards involved with Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs)
Identify truck controls and instrumentation: where they are located, what they do, and how they work.
Understand Engine or motor operation, and steering and maneuvering, including fork adaptation, operation, use, and limitations.
Understand vehicle refueling and recharging of batteries.
Understand visibility concerns (including restrictions due to loading).
Identify vehicle capacity, explain how to maintain vehicle stability, and describe vehicle limitations.
Perform vehicle inspections to identify potential safety concerns.
Understand the impact of surface conditions and load composition.
Understand load manipulation, stacking, and unstacking.
Understand operating instructions, warnings, and precaution for the types of truck the operator will be authorized to operate.
Learning Outcomes:
CEU Requirements CEU Requirements
Prerequisites Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites but, mandatory to do Video Cons in this course. Students must be able to orally communicate with instructor in primary language of the training