Forklift Operator Training

Please note that the courses listed on our calendar are combined (Forklift Operator and Telehandler Operator) The combined course is 8 hours and costs $245.00 plus GST

If you wish to take only Forklift Operator Training, course details are below:

Forklift Operator Length of Course: 4-6 hours ($170 plus GST)

Length of Course: 4-6 hours

Must have a Valid Drivers License

Certification

• Touchback Safety Inc.
• Complies with Industry and Workplace Health and Safety Standards

Course Outline

Forklift Operator Training for Class 4&5 can be done at Touchback Safety and if any other *classifications are required we can provide this training at your site and the Forklift must be provided.

*Forklifts have 7 Classifications, the practical must be completed the specific class of Forklift that you are operating.

*Onsite group training is available for all classes including 1, 2, 3, 6 & 7. Equipment for an onsite training must be provided.

This course includes:

• Familiarization with the requirements of WH & S Regulation.
• Completing both formal instruction and hands on training under the direction of a competent, experienced trainer.
• Operator will exhibit an awareness of the purpose, function and basic concepts of forklift operation.
• Types and purposes of different decals associated with forklift
• Operator will demonstrate knowledge and use of control functions
• Operator will demonstrate a thorough understanding of forklift steering and manoeuvrability.
• Possess an ability to adequately judge the available visibility to ensure safe operation.
• Be able to quickly and accurately determine machine capacity and stability for various types of loads.
• Perform machine pre-use inspection.
• Identify the condition of the surfaces for safe operation.
• Demonstrate the ability to manipulate, stack and unstack the type of loads to be handled
• Identify hazardous locations on the work site.
• Be capable of safely operating on ramps and other sloped surfaces.
• Be evaluated by the employer for safe operation under working conditions.