St Catharines Counterbalance Forklift License

St Catharines Counterbalance Forklift License - Forklifts, when operated by fully trained employees, are a major advantage to companies. We offer a thorough training program including all factors of operating a powered lift device. Counterbalance forklift training offers operators of forklifts with the knowledge and practical skills considered necessary so as to operate forklifts efficiently and safely. The program provides a combination of classroom theory, hands-on training and participant observation within a warehouse-type atmosphere. Training can be on site and/or customized.

The course goes through the lift truck basics, regulations and rules, components, factors affecting stability and load centres. Procedures about the general operation of the forklift is taught, in addition to startup, circle checks, forward/reverse on level ground, shutdown, and operating around other people. Load handling subject matters comprise selection of loads, load pickup and placements, load security and integrity, loading and off-loading trailers. Individuals participating would learn operational maintenance procedures, such as refueling and recharging. Safety concerns within the workplace will be discussed. Participants would know the environmental conditions affecting lift truck performance and be able to recognize possible hazards. Advanced training on propane handling could be incorporated.

Both employers and employees can face severe penalties if industry and national rules are not followed in the operation of forklifts. Employees who operate a forklift or reach truck must be knowledgeable concerning the guidelines concerning their safe operation. Training is recommended for anyone applying for work which requires forklift operation.

Inside our personalized small classes, we offer both hands-on training and in-class theory. The choices for personalized training would comprise refresher or entry level courses.

Entry-level Course Outline:
This course is for anybody entering the work force as a forklift operator. Successful students must finish the program and pass a series of practical and written tests. Topics includes: general operating procedures; basics of powered lift trucks; load handling; operational maintenance; basic regulations and rules, workplace safety.

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