Barrie Forklift Training Program

Barrie Forklift Training Program - Lift trucks are occasionally called jitneys, hi los or lift trucks. These powered industrial trucks are used widely today. Department stores utilized forklifts in order to unload merchandise from trailers. Warehouses use them for tiering product. And grocery stores utilize small models to drop supplies in the aisles. Whether transporting lumber at a sawmill or loading material at a construction site, forklift operators should be trained correctly and licensed. The main concern should be on the safety of the pedestrian and worker. This forklift training program teaches the health and safety rules governing forklifts in order to ensure their safe and efficient use.

Forklift Training Program Safety Guidelines:

Forklift training programs are meant to guarantee that the operator is able to safely control the forklift in traveling, lifting and tilting. Only trained operators should operate a forklift.

When the forklift is in operation; hands, head, arms, legs and feet must be kept inside the forklift. Lift truck forks should be kept low to the ground while being slightly tilted back. Observe traffic signs that are posted. Honk the horn and reduce speed if taking a corner. If the vision of the driver is blocked by the load, drive in reverse slowly. Pre-inspect the ground for possible hazards, such as objects, oily or wet spots, rough patches, holes, vehicles and people. Prevent stopping immediately.

If pedestrians pass across the vehicle or moves into a blind spot, the forklift should be stopped, the load lowered, waiting until the way is clear. If a load is being transported on an incline, the forks should be pointed downhill without a load and uphill with a load. The forklift must only be turned around when on level ground.

Safety guidelines while steering - Never turn the steering wheel sharply if traveling fast. Turn utilizing the rear wheels and support the load by the front wheels. A truck which is overloaded will be hard to steer. Adhere to load limits. Never add a counterweight in order to improve steering.

Safety guidelines while loading - Follow the recommended capacity and load limitations of the forklift. This information is displayed on the data plate. Always make sure that the load is placed based on the recommended load centre. The lift truck would remain stable so long as the load is kept near the front wheels.

The forklift mast must be in an upright position prior to inserting the fork into a pallet. Before inserting the fork, level it.

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