Course Description
Forklifts and other powered industrial trucks have revolutionized the way we do logistics, warehousing, construction, and many other important jobs. But these machines handle very differently from cars or other passenger vehicles; and because they’re used to carry heavy loads around other people, it’s critical for forklift and heavy industrial truck operators to have the proper training and certification necessary to do their jobs safely.
In this course, we’ll explore the different elements involved in the safe operation and handling of powered industrial trucks. We’ll highlight the different classes of powered industrial trucks and how they operate, and you’ll learn the proper procedures for inspecting, maintaining, and operating these machines in a variety of different work environments. By the end of this course, you’ll have a solid understanding of forklift stability and handling, how to safely lift and balance loads, and what procedures to follow for different operating conditions.
What You'll Learn
- Acknowledge safe practices for operating powered industrial trucks
- Identify the different classes and types of powered industrial trucks and how they operate
- Perform proper inspection and maintenance procedures for forklifts and industrial trucks
- Apply safe procedures for lifting and balancing loads with a forklift
- Recognize how forklift stability and handling differ from other vehicles
- Follow safe operating procedures for a variety of work environments and operating conditions
Key Takeaways
- Powered industrial trucks handle very differently from cars or other passenger vehicles, which makes proper training and certification critical.
- Safe operation depends on knowing the different classes of powered industrial trucks and how each operates.
- Proper inspection, maintenance, and operating procedures must be followed across different work environments.
- Operators must understand forklift stability and handling and how to safely lift and balance loads.
- Avoiding decisions that could lead to accidents and injuries is central to operating these machines safely.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this course for?
It is for forklift and heavy industrial truck operators who need the proper training and certification to operate powered industrial trucks safely.
What topics does this course cover?
It covers OSHA training requirements, types of industrial powered trucks, inspection and maintenance, safe operating procedures, operating conditions, lifting a load with a forklift, a forklift's stability and handling, and driving industrial trucks safely.
What skills will I gain from this course?
You will gain skills in forklift safety, industrial safety systems, powered industrial truck (PIT) operation, working with industrial equipment, and forklift certification.
What will I understand by the end of the course?
You will have a solid understanding of forklift stability and handling, how to safely lift and balance loads, and what procedures to follow for different operating conditions.
Why is specialized training needed for forklifts?
Because these machines handle very differently from cars or passenger vehicles and are used to carry heavy loads around other people, making proper training and certification critical for safe operation.
