Barrie Counterbalance Forklift License

Barrie Counterbalance Forklift License - Forklifts, when operated by fully trained employees, are a major asset to businesses. We provide a comprehensive training program including all factors of operating a powered lift equipment. Counterbalance forklift training offers operators of forklifts with the understanding and practical skills needed to safely and efficiently operate forklifts. The particular program offers a combination of classroom theory, participant observation and hands-on training in a warehouse-type surroundings. Training could be on site and/or customized.

The course includes the fundamentals of powered lift trucks, like for instance rules and regulations, components, load centres and factors affecting stability. General operating procedures are taught, such as startup, circle check, shutdown, forward/reverse on level ground, and operating around other individuals. Load handling topics consist of load pickup and placement, selection of loads, loading and off-loading trailers and load security and integrity. People participating will learn operational maintenance procedures, such as recharging and refueling. Safety concerns in the workplace would be discussed. People participating will learn about the environmental conditions affecting the performance of the lift truck and be able to recognize potential hazards. Advanced training on propane handling could be included.

Both employees and employers could deal with severe penalties if industry and national rules are not followed in the operation of forklifts. Workers who operate a forklift or reach truck should be knowledgeable about the rules about their safe operation. Training is recommended for anybody applying for a job that needs forklift operation.

Within our small personalized classes, we provide both hands-on training and in-class theory. The options for personalized training would include refresher or entry level courses.

Entry-level Course Outline:
This course is for anyone entering the work force as a forklift operator. Students who are successful must complete the program and pass a series of written and practical tests. Topics comprises: general operating procedures; fundamentals of powered lift trucks; load handling; operational maintenance; basic regulations and rules, workplace safety.

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