Course Description:
Most powered industrial truck accidents are the result of inadequate operator training. OSHA has established strict training requirements for all forklift operators. This course provides the participant with an instructor reference manual, power point training slides, and an operator awareness manual with written and performance tests, a training video that explains how to conduct a thorough powered industrial truck training program. The course will be delivered on your site. The client is responsible for supplying a forklift (that has been inspected and in safe working condition) for hands-on training. A refresher course is required every 3 years.
Course Topics:
OSHA Standard for powered industrial trucks
Stability of powered industrial trucks
Understanding capacity plates
Determining maximum safe loads
Forklift safety procedures with checklist
Who Should Attend:
Employees required to operate a forklift and those who would like to create and administer a powered industrial truck training program within their organization.
Regulatory Requirements:
OSHA 29CFR 1917.43
OSHA 29CFR 1910.178
