Forklift Certification
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.
